World Rugby has announced that Moala will have to sit out five matches after being red-carded for a spear tackle in the 'Ikale Tahi's first test match against Canada in Nuku'alofa on August 10.
It comes after England's Owen Farrell had his red card rescinded for a similar offence against Wales leading to anger among many players and commentators.
The disciplinary committee felt the offence warranted a sanction of 10 matches but reduced this to five.
Source:
RNZ Pacific