Canberra Raiders News

LeagueNews.co

The official website of the Canberra Raiders, raiders.com.au, has reported that Jack Wighton, a player for the team, has been charged by the NRL Match Review Committee in relation to their recent victory against the Wests Tigers.

The charge against Wighton is for contrary conduct, specifically stemming from an incident that occurred during the 80th minute of the game.

If Wighton decides to take the early guilty plea, he will be subjected to a $3,000 fine.

However, should he choose to contest the charge and subsequently lose, he will be suspended for two matches.

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LeagueNews.co

Melbourne Storm will be returning to their fortress, AAMI Park, this Sunday to take on the Canberra Raiders in Round 24, according to a report on melbournestorm.com.au.

The Storm have not experienced defeat at this venue since March of this year, and their previous two appearances resulted in convincing victories over Manly and Cronulla.

Members and fans will undoubtedly have fond memories of AAMI Park, as it has been the site of many memorable performances by the Storm over the years.

This match also coincides with Members Appreciation Round, adding even more excitement for the loyal supporters.

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Canberra Weekly

Canberra's Jack Wighton is in hot water with the NRL for his comments suggesting the referee was trying to help West Tigers win their Sunday showdown.

Wighton was penalised and put on report for a high tackle on Tigers centre Starford To'a in the final seconds of the Raiders' 22-18 victory.

While he escaped sanction from the match review committee for the try-saving tackle, the Canberra veteran was charged with contrary conduct for a comment directed at referee Peter Gough.

Wighton said: You're trying hard to give this to them. You're trying hard. That was a good tackle.

Gough responded: If you want to stay on the...

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