Georgian Rugby Scandal: Bans Envoked Over Doping Allegations
Published on: May 12, 2026, 7:41 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
Former Georgia captain Merab Sharikadze and five other rugby players were handed lengthy bans following a doping scandal involving sample substitution and drug-test warnings. The investigation by WADA and World Rugby alleged anti-doping rule violations, leading to bans ranging from nine months to 11 years for involved parties.
