Queensland Reds winger Digby Ioane has been suspended for four matches after pleading guilty to a dangerous tackle on Crusaders centre Casey Laulala at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday night.

The incident occurred in the 65th minute of the Super 14 match and earned Ioane a yellow card at the time.

The decision means Ioane will miss Saturday's final round match against the Waratahs.

Brando Va'aulu is expected to replace Ioane.

AAP

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