LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
In a move reminiscent of a seasoned coach rallying his troops, incoming Rabbitohs mentor Wayne Bennett has entered the fray surrounding Latrell Mitchell's leaked photograph saga.
As the interim coach Ben Hornby confirmed the star fullback's season has come to an abrupt end, Bennett shared his thoughts on the controversial situation.
The NRL Integrity Unit slapped Mitchell with a breach notice after a photograph emerged showing the South Sydney star alongside a questionable white substance.
With the timing of the photo still shrouded in mystery and no indication that the substance is illegal, Mitchell faces a potential one-game ban as per reports from the SMH.
In a classic display of leadership, Bennett remained focused on his current duties while discussing the issue with the media.
"I haven't reached out to him.
I'm not coaching there at the moment, I'm not the coach of there, my responsibility is here," Bennett stated, holding his ground like a seasoned captain on the field.
As the Rugby League community eagerly awaits Bennett's arrival in Redfern for the 2025 season, the saga surrounding Mitchell continues to unfold, adding an element of drama to an already intense season.
With the scent of controversy lingering in the air, only time will tell how this chapter in Mitchell's career will play out.