Match Review Committee Hands Down Final Round 2 Charges
Reuben Garrick, Moeaki Fotuaika and Bradley Schneider have been charged by the NRL Match Review Committee following Sunday’s Round 2 matches in the 2026 NRL season.
The charges include two dangerous contact offences and a careless high tackle, while Schneider is facing a potential suspension for a dangerous throw late in the Dolphins clash.
Players can accept the early guilty plea or challenge the charges at the NRL Judiciary panel.
Charge Breakdown
Reuben Garrick (Sea Eagles)
Garrick has been charged with Grade 1 Dangerous Contact following an incident involving Kalyn Ponga in the 24th minute.
- Early Plea: $1,000 fine
- If Guilty at Panel: $1,500 fine
Moeaki Fotuaika (Titans)
Fotuaika faces a Grade 1 Careless High Tackle charge for contact involving Selwyn Cobbo late in the match.
- Early Plea: $1,000 fine
- If Guilty at Panel: $1,500 fine
Bradley Schneider (Dolphins)
Schneider has been charged with a Grade 1 Dangerous Throw involving Lachlan Ilias in the 77th minute.
Due to it being his second offence on record, the Dolphins halfback faces a suspension if he contests the charge.
- Early Plea: $2,500 fine
- If Guilty at Panel: 2-match suspension
What Happens Next
Charged players must decide whether to:
- Accept the early guilty plea, or
- Challenge the charge at the NRL Judiciary panel.
Any contested charges would be heard early this week.
