SANZAR has issued a notice of alleged misconduct against Springbok Coach Peter de Villiers following comments he made on Australia's Fox Sports 'Rugby Club' programme on 21 July 2010.

SANZAR wrote to SA Rugby on 22 July in relation to the comments. Having discussed the matter with Mr de Villiers on his return to South Africa after last weekend’s Tri Nations match against Australia, SA Rugby has now provided a response.

SANZAR Chief Executive Steve Tew said: “Having considered the response from South Africa we have determined that Peter de Villiers’ comments may constitute a breach of the SANZAR Code of Conduct and warrant further consideration by a SANZAR Judicial Officer.”

A SANZAR appointed Judicial Officer will conduct a hearing in the next week with details to be advised.