Dane Chisholm has broken his silence after it was revealed that he has been handed an eight-match ban for a ‘serious derogatory slur’.
Chisholm was found guilty of allegedly calling a physio a “f***ing spastic” and is alleged to have made the slur after the medic walked backwards into Chisholm and collided with him during a game at Oldham during the 2021 Championship season, according to the Daily Star.
The incident was reported to the Rugby Football League (RFL), who launched an investigation before deciding to charge Chisholm with using “discriminatory language and conduct”.
The Featherstone halfback was then found guilty at a tribunal hearing, but the 31-year-old has vigorously denied any such incident took place and will subsequently appeal.
If upheld, the ban would see Chisholm miss the first two months of the Championship season as Rovers attempt to finally reach Super League after losing two Million Pound Games in the past.
I strongly deny the allegation against me. We are currently going through an appeal process. This isn’t going to stop me from preparing for a big 2022 season on and off the field. Hope everyone has an amazing Christmas 🤟
— Dane Chisholm (@dane_chisholm) December 15, 2021
But, Chisholm has now spoken out against the allegations, stating on Twitter: “I strongly deny the allegation against me. We are currently going through an appeal process. This isn’t going to stop me from preparing for a big 2022 season on and off the field. Hope everyone has an amazing Christmas.”
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