Match Review Panel Faces Disciplinary Examination
The Match Review Panel has conducted a thorough disciplinary examination following Round 1 of the Betfred Super League. Various players have received sanctions due to their actions during the matches, impacting their teams significantly.
Disciplinary Sanctions Overview
- Owen Trout (Leigh Leopards) – Grade A Head Contact
- Luke Thompson (Wigan Warriors) – Grade A Dangerous Throw/Lift
- Adam Keighran (Wigan Warriors) – Grade B Head Contact
- Oliver Partington (Wigan Warriors) – Grade A Late Contact on Passer
- Liam Hood (Castleford Tigers) – Grade A Late Contact on Passer
- Peta Hiku (Hull KR) – Grade A Late Contact on Kicker
- Elliott Minchella (Hull KR) – Grade B Head Contact
- Jai Whitbread (Hull KR) – Grade A Late Contact on Passer
- Mikey Lewis (Hull KR) – Grade C Trip
- Jackson Hastings (St Helens) – Grade C Late Contact on Passer
- Ben Garcia (Catalans Dragons) – Grade A Late Contact on Passer
- Josh Allen (Catalans Dragons) – Grade A Late Contact on Passer
- Ryan Sutton (Bradford Bulls) – Grade A Late Contact on Passer
- Ligi Sao (Hull FC) – Grade D Dangerous Contact
Sanctions and Penalty Points
| Player | Team | Offense Grade | Penalty Points | Previous Points | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owen Trout | Leigh Leopards | A | 1 | 2.25 | Not applicable |
| Luke Thompson | Wigan Warriors | A | 1 | 2.75 | Not applicable |
| Adam Keighran | Wigan Warriors | B | 3 | 4 | Fine |
| Oliver Partington | Wigan Warriors | A | 1 | 2 | No further action |
| Liam Hood | Castleford Tigers | A | 1 | 1 | No further action |
| Peta Hiku | Hull KR | A | 1 | 1.25 | No further action |
| Elliott Minchella | Hull KR | B | 3 | 3.25 | Fine |
| Jai Whitbread | Hull KR | A | 1 | 1 | No further action |
| Mikey Lewis | Hull KR | C | 5 | 5 | Fine |
| Jackson Hastings | St Helens | C | 5 | 5 | Fine |
| Ben Garcia | Catalans Dragons | A | 1 | 9.5 | One match suspension and fine |
| Josh Allen | Catalans Dragons | A | 1 | 1 | No further action |
| Ryan Sutton | Bradford Bulls | A | 1 | 1 | No further action |
| Ligi Sao | Hull FC | D | 15 | 15 | Two match suspension and fine |
This comprehensive examination aims to uphold the integrity of the Betfred Super League. Furthermore, it reflects the seriousness with which player conduct is treated. The Match Review Panel’s decisions reinforce the commitment to player safety and discipline in the league.
