LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
A Canterbury Bulldogs player is facing some heat after a controversial incident involving a female referee has caught the attention of the NRL's match review committee.
Reports from news.com.au suggest that Canterbury forward Sam Hughes may have some explaining to do after seemingly pushing NRL referee Kasey Badger.
The drama unfolded during the clash between the Bulldogs and the Wests Tigers at Accor Stadium.
In a moment reminiscent of a scrum breaking up, Hughes was seen joining the defensive line as Tigers five-eighth Lachlan Gavin made a daring move back towards the unfolding action.
Unfortunately for Badger, she found herself in the path of Hughes as he made a crucial defensive move.
In what seemed like a split-second decision, Hughes appeared to give Badger a gentle nudge out of the way, all while holding his ground in the defensive line.
This incident has certainly stirred up some controversy in the NRL community, with many questioning the actions of the Bulldogs player.
As the match review committee delves into the details of the incident, it remains to be seen what consequences Hughes may face for his actions.
In the fast-paced world of Rugby League, tensions can run high and split-second decisions can have lasting consequences.
Stay tuned as this saga unfolds and we see how this situation plays out for the Canterbury Bulldogs star.