Melbourne Storm's Utoikamanu and Loiero escape punishment, cleared to play against Wests Tigers despite concerns.
Melbourne Storm players Stefano Utoikamanu and Trent Loiero have avoided punishment from the Match Review Committee (MRC) despite concerns they might be charged following their match against the Canberra Raiders.
Initially penalized during the game, Utoikamanu received a sin-bin sanction, while Loiero was cited for a high tackle and foul play.
Reports from zerotackle.com indicate that both players are now cleared to play in the upcoming match against the Wests Tigers.
Following the game, Storm head coach Craig Bellamy commented on Utoikamanu's performance, saying, "If he was in the wrong, he needs to pick his discipline up.