NRL Judiciary Round 18 (Friday): Two players have been charged following Friday’s match, with South Sydney’s Cody Walker and Penrith’s Jack Cogger both facing suspension.
The Match Review Committee reviewed all incidents from Friday’s Round 18 fixture, handing down two Grade 2 offences which carry potential bans for both players.
NRL Judiciary Round 18 Friday Charges
Match Review Committee Charges
| Player | Club | Incident | Grade | Early Plea | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cody Walker | Rabbitohs | Contrary Conduct | Grade 2 | 1 match | 2 matches |
| Jack Cogger | Panthers | Careless High Tackle | Grade 2 | 2 matches | 3 matches |
Players Facing Suspension
- Cody Walker – Rabbitohs – 1 match (early plea)
- Jack Cogger – Panthers – 2 matches (early plea)
Key Takeaways
- Two players charged from Friday’s Round 18 match, both sent to the sin bin for their incidents
- Both offences carry suspensions following Grade 2 charges
- Cody Walker cited for contrary conduct early in the match
- Both incidents resulted in significant bans if charges are contested
Cody Walker Charge Details
Walker was charged with a Grade 2 contrary conduct offence following an incident in the 11th minute of South Sydney’s Round 18 clash against Jack Cogger. The charge carries a one-match suspension with an early guilty plea.
Early Plea: 1 match
If Found Guilty at Panel: 2 matches
Other Charges
- Jack Cogger: Careless high tackle (75th minute vs Ashton Ward) – 2 matches early plea (3 matches panel)
What Happens Next
Players charged by the NRL Match Review Committee 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 ahead of Round 19.
Related Coverage
- NRL Round 18 Team Lists /nrl-round-18-team-lists-2026/
- NRL Round 18 Tips and Predictions /nrl-round-18-predictions-2026/
- NRL Round 18 Hub /nrl-round-18-2026/
