Rugby star denies assault charge

Palea'aesina was released on bail

Wigan rugby player Iafeta Palea'aesina has appeared in court to deny breaking a bus driver's jaw.

The New Zealand prop forward is alleged to have punched James Campbell, 29, in the face after an incident at Wigan railway station on 6 October.

The 25-year-old from Homeswood Road in Rufford, Lancashire, denied grievous bodily harm.

Mr Palea'aesina was released on bail from Wigan Magistrates' Court to appear at the same court on 18 December.