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Jul 25, 2015 at 11.40pm UK
 
Argentina
9-34
Australia
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Tomane (16'), Mumm (58'), Kuridrani (77'), Ashley-Cooper (78')

Australia could lose Michael Hooper as flanker cited for striking opponent

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Australia's Michael Hooper faces hearing after being cited for striking Argentina's Nicolas Sanchez.

Australia's Michael Hooper faces a possible ban for striking Argentina's Nicolas Sanchez during their Rugby Championship clash at the weekend.

The flanker came off the bench in the second half and appeared to hit Sanchez in the 59th minute.

Hooper, who is expected to be involved at the World Cup, will attend a hearing chaired by Judicial Officer Chris Morris.

Australia won the match 34-9 in Mendoza.

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Joe Tomane of Australia and teammates celebrate their team's first try during a match between Australia and Argetina as part of The Rugby Championship 2015 at Estadio Malvinas Argentinas on July 25, 2015
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