The Cronulla Sharks are through to the 2025 preliminary finals after a dominant 32-12 semi-final win over the Canberra Raiders on Saturday night.
The result means the Raiders’ season ends in straight sets, while the Sharks move within one win of a grand final berth.
But while the Sharks were celebrating on the scoreboard, two of their players found themselves in hot water with the NRL Match Review Committee.
- Toby Rudolf was charged with a Grade 1 careless high tackle on Joseph Tapine in the 22nd minute. He faces a $1,000 fine with an early plea.
- Billy Burns was also cited for a Grade 1 dangerous contact offence for a tackle on Jed Stuart in the 43rd minute. Like Rudolf, he can take a $1,000 early plea fine.
- For the Raiders, Zac Hosking picked up a Grade 1 careless high tackle charge on Blayke Brailey in the 59th minute. As a second offence, he faces a $1,800 fine with an early plea or $2,500 if unsuccessful at the judiciary.
Judiciary Charges – Semi Final (FW2)
| Player | Date of Offence | Round | Club | Minute | Charge / Incident | Grade | Record | Early Plea | Guilty at Panel | Misconduct On Whom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toby Rudolf | 20/09/2025 | FW2 | Sharks | 22nd | High Tackle – Careless | 1 | 1st Offence | $1,000 | $1,500 | Joseph Tapine |
| Billy Burns | 20/09/2025 | FW2 | Sharks | 43rd | Dangerous Contact | 1 | 1st Offence | $1,000 | $1,500 | Jed Stuart |
| Zac Hosking | 20/09/2025 | FW2 | Raiders | 59th | High Tackle – Careless | 1 | 2nd Offence | $1,800 | $2,500 | Blayke Brailey |
