Melbourne Rebels bad boys Amanaki Mafi and Lopeti Timani have been fined AUD$15,000 (Dh40,000) each after they were involved in a late night incident in Dunedin following their 43-37 loss to the Highlanders on Saturday.

Japanese Test star Mafi appeared in Dunedin District Court on Monday charged with injuring “with intent to injure” over the fracas.

The 28-year-old did not enter a plea and was granted bail.

His case has been scheduled to return to court on August 3 — although Mafi won’t have to appear in person. The terms of his bail mean he cannot go near Timani.

“The alleged victim (Timani) … received moderate injuries following the incident,” a NZ Police spokeswoman told Fox Sports in Australia.

“He did not require hospitalisation.”

Although judging by his injuries below it must have been touch and go.

On Tuesday, the Rebels fined the duo the maximum amount for breaking disciplinary protocol.

Rebels CEO Baden Stephenson said the actions of the players, who are both due to leave the club, were unacceptable and tarnished the progress made by the Rebels in turning around their culture.

“Notwithstanding that both Amanaki Mafi and Lopeti Timani were finishing at the Rebels this season and heading overseas to continue their playing careers,” said Stephenson.

“It is only appropriate, given the seriousness of the incident, to sanction both players with a significant fine.

“Along with the Rebels Board, head coach David Wessels and club management, we have strived this year to re-build a culture which values respect and excellence in everything we do.

“The actions of these two players is totally contrary to our club’s values and has tarnished the excellent work of so many in the club, both on and off the field this season.

“I only hope that both Amanaki and Lopeti genuinely reflect on and learn from this very troubling incident.

“The club has supported both players over recent days and will continue to ensure their wellbeing now and into the future.”

Rugby Australia will wait until after the court hearing before determining if any further action is required.

Timani, 27, who played 12 Tests for the Wallabies, has signed with French Top 14 club La Rochelle.

Mafi, the 2017 Australian Super Rugby player of the year, is expected to join the Sunwolves ahead of next year’s Rugby World Cup in Japan.