Dylan Hartley: New England captain's rap sheet misdemeanours
England hooker Dylan Hartley, most likely, has a regular chair in the citing commisioner's office. Below we discuss the incidents which have put him there.
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Eddie Jones announced on Monday that Northampton hooker Dylan Hartley was to be his new England captain. Whilst the appointment had received heavy media speculation, it came as no surprise to see the Roturua-born forward being brought in from the cold.
It’s an obvious statement from Jones who is looking to bring some snarl and rambunctiousness to a previously blunted England forward pack. Commenting on his decision Jones said “As a former captain of Northampton Saints and someone who has a lot of experience playing for England I have every faith he will lead the team tactically and passionately.
"English rugby is indebted to Northampton to have produced such a fine player.
“Dylan is an honest, hardworking bloke and I admire his aggressive and uncompromising approach to playing rugby.”
And whilst Jones may admire the hooker’s mentality on the pitch, in the past it has boiled over on numerous occasions. From frequent off the ball scuffles to gouging and biting, Hartley has faced 54 weeks of bans in his career so far. Added to 13 club yellow cards, many argue that he is a loose cannon who is easily riled.
Below we’ve compiled a definitive list of some of Hartley’s worst offences; click on the gallery to see the list.
With a list of offences longer than his own right arm, is Hartley the right man to lead a renewed England? Let us know your opinion in the comment section below.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments