NRL Judiciary Round 14 (Friday): One player has been charged following Friday night’s matches, with Sydney Roosters forward Hugo Savala cited by the Match Review Committee.
The incident occurred during the 69th minute, with Savala facing a Grade 1 offence resulting in a financial penalty.
Match Review Committee Charges
| Player | Club | Incident | Grade | Early Plea | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hugo Savala | Roosters | Careless High Tackle | 1 | $1,000 | $1,500 |
Players Charged (Round 14 – Friday)
- Hugo Savala – Careless High Tackle (Grade 1)
Key Takeaways
- One player has been charged from Friday’s matches
- The offence is Grade 1 and carries a financial penalty
- No suspension is expected from this charge
- The charge relates to a late-match incident in the 69th minute
Hugo Savala (Roosters)
Savala has been charged with a Grade 1 Careless High Tackle following an incident involving Daine Laurie.
The incident occurred in the 69th minute, with the Roosters forward cited for illegal contact.
This is classified as a first offence, but he is not eligible for a clean record discount, resulting in a higher base fine.
Early Plea: $1,000 fine
If Guilty at Panel: $1,500 fine
What Happens Next
The player will now decide whether to:
- accept the early guilty plea and take the reduced fine, or
- challenge the charge at the NRL Judiciary panel
Any contested hearings will be scheduled ahead of the next round.
