The Age – Sport ·sport ·2 hours ago

NRL backs Ashley Klein's sending off of Kalyn Ponga for shoulder charge

The NRL backed referee Ashley Klein's decision to send off Queensland fullback Kalyn Ponga in Origin I on Wednesday, confirming the on-field official had final authority over foul play despite Bunker input. Ponga's shoulder charge on NSW winger Tolu Koula caused a category-two concussion. NRL football chief Graham Annesley said the contact warranted dismissal under player safety protocols.

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