NRL Judiciary Round 16 (Saturday): Gold Coast Titans hooker Sam Verrills has been charged following Saturday’s matches, cited for a careless high tackle during the first half of the Titans’ Round 16 clash.
The Match Review Committee reviewed all incidents and handed down the following charges from Round 16, with Verrills facing a financial penalty for a first offence on his record.
Match Review Committee Charges
| Player | Club | Incident | Grade | Early Plea | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Verrills | Titans | Careless High Tackle | Grade 1 | $1,000 fine | $1,500 fine |
Players Facing Suspension
No players are facing suspension from Saturday’s charges.
Key Takeaways
- One player charged from Saturday’s matches
- No suspensions handed down
- Sam Verrills recorded a first offence within the past three years
- Incident occurred in the 38th minute against Henry Liam
Sam Verrills Charge Details
Verrills was charged with a Grade 1 careless high tackle following an incident in the 38th minute of the Titans’ Round 16 clash. The tackle was classified as his first offence on record, resulting in the minimum financial penalty for the charge.
Early Plea: $1,000 fine
If Found Guilty at Panel: $1,500 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.
