The NRL Match Review Committee has handed down charges from Friday night’s Round 5 fixtures, with Melbourne Storm forward Trent Loiero facing a suspension and Bulldogs half Sean O’Sullivan fined following separate incidents.
Charges Summary
| Player | Club | Incident | Grade | Early Plea | Panel Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean O’Sullivan | Bulldogs | Careless High Tackle on Jye Gray | Grade 1 | $1,000 | $1,500 |
| Trent Loiero | Storm | Dangerous Contact on Dylan Edwards | Grade 1 | $3,000 | 2 matches |
Players Charged (Friday Night)
- Sean O’Sullivan – Careless High Tackle (Grade 1)
- Trent Loiero – Dangerous Contact (Grade 1)
Key Charge
Trent Loiero (Storm)
Loiero faces the most severe sanction after being charged with Grade 1 Dangerous Contact following an incident involving Dylan Edwards early in the match.
Due to this being a third and subsequent offence, the Storm forward risks suspension if the charge is unsuccessfully challenged.
- Early guilty plea: $3,000 fine
- If found guilty at panel: 2‑match suspension
Other Charge
Sean O’Sullivan (Bulldogs)
O’Sullivan has been charged with a Grade 1 Careless High Tackle following contact involving Jye Gray.
- Early guilty plea: $1,000 fine
- If found guilty at panel: $1,500 fine
What Happens Next
The charged players must now 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.
