Leicester set to contest red card which could rule Chris Ashton out against Sale

Leicester wing Chris Ashton faces a disciplinary hearing (Isaac Parkin/PA)

Leicester are ready to contest Chris Ashton’s red card that could rule him out of Tigers’ Gallagher Premiership play-off clash against Sale.

The 36-year-old former England wing was sent off for a high tackle on Harlequins’ Cadan Murley during Leicester’s 20-17 defeat three days ago.