Luke Keary proven right as Nathan Cleary learns suspension verdict for NRL prelim final
NRL star Nathan Cleary will avoid a suspension for a dangerous contact charge, receiving only a $1,000 fine after a Grade 1 ruling. This decision allows him to participate in the upcoming preliminary final for the Penrith Panthers.
Why it matters
The ruling significantly impacts the competitive landscape of the NRL playoffs by ensuring a key player remains eligible for a high-stakes match.
Roosters champion Luke Keary was on the money after making an eye-opening call on whether Nathan Cleary would be suspended or fined after being sin-binned in the Panthers' 19-12 victory on Sunday. Penrith punched their ticket to another NRL preliminary final and consigned the Roosters to a sudden-death semi-final against Cronulla next Saturday.
But Cleary and the Panthers were facing a nervous wait to find out how the match review committee graded his dangerous contact on Hugo Savala on Monday morning. Cleary made contact with Savala's leg after he kicked the ball - a big no-no in the modern game.
Luke Keary predicted whether Nathan Cleary will be banned or fined. Image: Fox League
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