Check the outcomes of the NRL Match Review Committee from Round 14.
Andrew Fifita
Club:ย Cronulla Sharks
Opponent:ย Canberra Raiders
Charge: Grade 2 – Dangerous Contact
Fifita was reported for his crusher tackle on Ryan Sutton eight minutes into the clash at GIO Stadium. Fifita decided to challenge the decision and will appear at NRL Judiciary hoping to play in for Tonga against New Zealand this weekend.
Outcome: Found guilty by NRL Judiciary – 3 matches
Adam Blair
Club:ย New Zealand Warriors
Opponent:ย Gold Coast Titans
Charge:ย Grade 1 – Dangerous Contact
Adam Blair made contact with Tyrone Roberts after he passed the ball in the final minute of the Warriors win over Gold Coast Titans on Friday night. Blair was sent to the sin bin. He is also contesting the charge at NRL Judiciary.
Outcome: NRL Judiciary Decision – Not Guilty.
Mitch Barnett
Club:ย Newcastle Knights
Opponent:ย Melbourne Storm
Charge: Grade 3 – Dangerous Contact
Barnett was charged for his crusher tackle on Jahrome Hughes in the 35th minute of the Knights loss at AAMI Park.
Outcome: Early plea – 3 matches
Sauaso Sue
Club:ย Canterbury Bulldogs
Opponent:ย Sydney Roosters
Charge:ย Grade 1 – Dangerous Contact
Sue was charged by the Match Review Committee for his late hit on Cooper Cronk in the 56th minute at the Sydney Cricket Ground. An early plea will see Sue miss two matches.
Outcome: NRL Judiciary Decision – Not Guilty.
