Australian coach Mal Meninga and NRL CEO Todd Greenberg agreed on the Inglis's sanction after the Australian captain was charged with drink driving and speeding yesterday just after he had been appointed skipper.

Inglis, who today apologised for the breach, said he accepted the decision.

“I know I did the wrong thing and, while I am disappointed at missing the tour, I accept the penalty,” he said.

Greenberg said it was a difficult decision to suspend Inglis who had such an exemplary record over a long period of time.

“Greg is not just a great player, he is one of our best role models, but he made a poor decision on this occasion,” he said.

“He deserves full credit for being upfront today by apologising and taking full ownership of his mistake.

“It is a mark of the man that he has accepted responsibility for his actions and I have no doubt he will overcome this setback and retain his status as a true leader in our game.”

Meninga said Inglis would be welcomed back into the Kangaroos by his team mates and management.

“I hope to see him back in a Kangaroos jersey next year,” he said. “Greg has been an integral part of the team for many years and I expect him to be back.”

Cordner will replace for the two Tests to be played on October 13 and October 20 at Mt Smart Stadium.

South Sydney Rabbitohs player Dane Gagai has also been added to the squad following the withdrawal of Inglis.

Cordner will be the first player from the Roosters to Captain the Kangaroos since Brad Fittler in 2001.

He will also be the first New South Wales Captain to skipper the Kangaroos since Danny Buderus in 2005.

“Both Boyd and Greg were strong candidates for the captaincy so clearly Boyd was next in line,” added Meninga. “Boyd has had exceptional success as a leader this season.

“He skippered NSW to a State of Origin series victory and also captained Sydney Roosters to a Premiership.

“Being able to captain the Kangaroos will cap a great year for him.”