Nathan Cleary avoids suspension despite NRL finals sin
NRL star Nathan Cleary has avoided a suspension for a dangerous contact charge during a finals match, allowing him to play in the upcoming preliminary final. He received a fine instead of a ban, though he is currently managing a foot injury.
Why it matters
Cleary's availability is a major factor for the Penrith Panthers' performance in the high-stakes NRL finals series.
Nathan Cleary is free to play in Penrith's preliminary final. ( Getty Images: Cameron Spencer )
Nathan Cleary will not be suspended for making contact with the kicking leg of Hugo Savala in Penrith's qualifying final win over the Roosters.
The star Panthers halfback was sent to the sin-bin for dangerous contact but was only hit with a grade-one charge, meaning he can pay a fine and play the preliminary final.
Penrith will play either the Warriors or Knights in their preliminary final, while the Roosters and Sharks face off this weekend for the chance to face the Dolphins.
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