Match Review Committee Hands Down First Round 9 Charges
Jonathan Sua and Kulikefu Finefeuiaki have been charged by the NRL Match Review Committee following Friday night’s Round 9 matches in the 2026 NRL season.
Both players were charged for separate high tackle incidents, with each facing financial penalties.
Match Review Committee Charges
| Player | Club | Incident | Grade | Early Plea | Panel Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Sua | Bulldogs | Careless High Tackle on Tom Chester | Grade 1 | $1,000 | $1,500 |
| Kulikefu Finefeuiaki | Dolphins | Careless High Tackle on Hugo Peel | Grade 1 | $1,000 | $1,500 |
Players Charged in Round 9 (Friday)
- Jonathan Sua – Careless High Tackle (Grade 1)
- Kulikefu Finefeuiaki – Careless High Tackle (Grade 1)
Charge Breakdown
Jonathan Sua (Bulldogs)
Sua has been charged with a Grade 1 Careless High Tackle following an incident involving Tom Chester late in the match.
- Early Plea: $1,000 fine
- If Guilty at Panel: $1,500 fine
Kulikefu Finefeuiaki (Dolphins)
Finefeuiaki has also been charged with a Grade 1 Careless High Tackle after contact involving Hugo Peel.
- Early Plea: $1,000 fine
- If Guilty at Panel: $1,500 fine
What Happens Next
The charged players must decide whether to:
- Accept the early guilty plea, or
- Challenge the charge at the NRL Judiciary panel.
Any contested charges will be heard early next week.
