Bundee Aki sensationally dropped by Ireland as IRFU release statement
- Munster head coach Clayton McMillan issues update on Jack Crowley injury - September 16, 2026
- Former Ireland international Sean O’Brien handed lengthy ban - September 15, 2026
- Steve Hansen tears into ‘ludicrous’ Springboks vs All Blacks incident - September 15, 2026
Dropped.
Ireland centre Bundee Aki has been sensationally dropped by Ireland just over a week from their Six Nations opener with France next week.
Aki has been dropped from the Ireland squad after he was involved in repeated altercations with match officials following Connacht’s defeat to Leinster last Saturday night.
Aki conceded a penalty for dissent late in the game and is understood to have confronted the officials on several occasions after the game and has been called before a URC disciplinary committee, which could result in a ban.
“The IRFU can confirm that Bundee Aki has not travelled with the Men’s senior squad to Portugal for disciplinary reasons,” an IRFU statement read.
“The IRFU does not tolerate any form of disrespect shown towards match officials and does not condone actions that fall below the standards expected of players representing Irish rugby.
“The IRFU are investigating the matter further internally and no additional comment will be made at this time.
“Aki has been replaced in the squad by Ulster’s uncapped centre Jude Postlethwaite.”
