Canberra Raiders NRL News

NRL to review Ricky Stuart's comments after Canberra loss, potential fine to add to $160k career total.

Canberra Weekly

The NRL is examining Ricky Stuart's post-match comments following Canberra's loss to Manly, as officials decide whether to add to the coach's $160,000 in career fines.

Stuart indicated several frustrations following the Raiders' 40-12 defeat at Brookvale, claiming he no longer understood NRL interpretations around obstructions.

The veteran coach also pointed to a lopsided set-restart and penalty count, despite what he claimed to be statistically similar play-the-ball speeds between both sides.

NRL CEO Andrew Abdo sent an edict to clubs before the season, warning head...

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Ricky Stuart under review for criticising referees in post-game press conference. NRL sanctions possible.

The Canberra Times

Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart could become the first NRL coach sanctioned for comments about referees since the NRL announced a crackdown on post-match press conferences.

The NRL is looking into Stuart's comments in his post-game press conference after their 40-12 loss to Manly on Sunday - to see whether he's broken any rules.

The NRL sent a letter to all clubs two weeks ago warning coaches against criticising referees in press conferences.

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Rugby league clubs face numerous injuries with key players out, affecting upcoming Round 4 matchups.

Fox League

Another week of rugby league, and another wave of injuries that have hit majority of clubs.

THURSDAY

The Storm have a lost a host of big-name stars, while the Panthers will also be without superstar Nathan Cleary.

Meanwhile, the Roosters, Sharks and Sea Eagles will be without key players for their Round 4 match-ups.

Read on for all of the team news ahead of Round 4.

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