Match Review Committee Finalises Round 10 Charges
Alex Twal, Kai Pearce-Paul and Corey Horsburgh have been charged by the NRL Match Review Committee following Sunday’s Round 10 matches in the 2026 NRL season.
All three players were charged with Grade 1 offences, with Horsburgh facing an elevated fine due to his prior record.
Match Review Committee Charges
| Player | Club | Incident | Grade | Early Plea | Panel Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Twal | Tigers | Dangerous Contact on Trent Loiero | Grade 1 | $1,000 | $1,500 |
| Kai Pearce-Paul | Tigers | Dangerous Contact on Will Warbrick | Grade 1 | $1,000 | $1,500 |
| Corey Horsburgh | Raiders | Careless High Tackle on Moses Leota | Grade 1 | $1,800 | $2,500 |
Players Charged in Round 10 (Sunday)
- Alex Twal – Dangerous Contact (Grade 1)
- Kai Pearce-Paul – Dangerous Contact (Grade 1)
- Corey Horsburgh – Careless High Tackle (Grade 1)
Charge Breakdown
Alex Twal (Tigers)
Twal has been charged with Grade 1 Dangerous Contact following an incident involving Trent Loiero in the 20th minute.
- Early Plea: $1,000 fine
- If Guilty at Panel: $1,500 fine
Kai Pearce-Paul (Tigers)
Pearce-Paul was also charged with Grade 1 Dangerous Contact after contact involving Will Warbrick in the second half.
- Early Plea: $1,000 fine
- If Guilty at Panel: $1,500 fine
Corey Horsburgh (Raiders)
Horsburgh has been charged with a Grade 1 Careless High Tackle following an incident involving Moses Leota.
Due to it being his second offence on record, the Raiders forward faces an increased financial penalty.
- Early Plea: $1,800 fine
- If Guilty at Panel: $2,500 fine
What Happens Next
Players charged by the NRL Match Review Committee must decide whether to:
- Accept the early guilty plea, or
- Challenge the charge at the NRL Judiciary panel.
Any contested matters will be heard early this week.
