NRL Judiciary Round 16 (Friday): Newcastle Knights winger Greg Marzhew has been charged following Friday’s matches, with the forward cited for a careless high tackle during the second half.
The Match Review Committee reviewed all incidents and handed down the following charges from Round 16, with Marzhew’s offence resulting in a financial penalty.
Match Review Committee Charges
| Player | Club | Incident | Grade | Early Plea | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Marzhew | Knights | Careless High Tackle | Grade 1 | $1,800 fine | $2,500 fine |
Players Facing Suspension
No players are facing suspension from Friday’s charges.
Key Takeaways
- One player charged from Friday’s matches
- No suspensions handed down
- Knights forward Greg Marzhew cited for a second offence within the past three years
- Incident occurred in the 46th minute against Tu Setu
Greg Marzhew Charge Details
Marzhew was charged with a Grade 1 careless high tackle following an incident in the 46th minute of Newcastle’s Round 16 clash. The tackle was deemed a second offence on his recent record, resulting in an increased financial penalty.
Early Plea: $1,800 fine
If Guilty at Panel: $2,500 fine
What Happens Next
Players charged will now decide whether to:
- accept the early guilty plea for a reduced penalty, or
- challenge the charge at the NRL Judiciary panel
Any hearings will take place before the next round.
