Samoa international Tim Simona facing ban over betting allegations
Friday 17 February 2017 09:52, UK
Samoa international Tim Simona is facing suspension after becoming embroiled in a betting scandal.
The National Rugby League issued the Wests Tigers centre with a notice to cancel his registration after he was alleged to have broken rules relating to gambling on rugby league.
Simona, who has played 79 games for the Tigers since making his debut in 2011, has the right to appeal but has been stood down from training and will not be allowed to play before the matter is finalised.
He was withdrawn from the Tigers squad for their final trial against North Queensland at Campbelltown on Friday night.
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The governing body did not reveal details of the allegations but issued a notice of intention to cancel Simona's registration.
"Simona will now be prohibited from training or playing with the club until the matter is finalised," the statement said.
"He will be given a chance to respond to the allegations before a final determination is made."
