World Cup twist as emotional Phoenix Crossland responds to verdict on Nathan Cleary tackle
Newcastle player Phoenix Crossland has been handed a four-game ban following a 'hip-drop' tackle that resulted in a leg injury for Nathan Cleary. Crossland expressed deep remorse for the incident, which will sideline him for the upcoming grand final and the World Cup campaign.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding player safety and the enforcement of disciplinary measures in professional rugby league.
A remorseful Phoenix Crossland (R) was brought to tears discussing the tackle on Nathan Cleary (L) that saw him handed a four-game ban at the NRL judiciary on Tuesday night. Pic: Getty A remorseful Phoenix Crossland has been brought to tears after learning his fate over the horror tackle that broke Nathan Cleary's leg . The Newcastle star fronted the NRL judiciary on Tuesday night, where he was slapped with a four-game ban for the hip-drop tackle on the Panthers superstar which rubs him out of Sunday's grand final against the Roosters.
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