LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
NRL fans are fuming over a controversial sin bin decision that marred the clash between the Gold Coast Titans and the New Zealand Warriors.
The incident occurred just moments after Titans player Chris Randall was put on report for a similar high tackle on Warriors winger Dallin Watene-Zelezniak, but managed to avoid being sin-binned or sent off.
Unfortunately for Titans prop Moeaki Fotuaika, luck was not on his side as he was given his marching orders for a hit on Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad, which resulted in the Warriors star being forced out of the game due to a failed HIA assessment.
Despite being down to 12 men, the Titans displayed great resilience and fought valiantly throughout the match.
However, the Warriors, led by the brilliant Shaun Johnson, proved too strong in the end.
Johnson showcased his skill and prowess by scoring two tries and setting up two more, helping his team secure a crucial victory and solidify their position as the third-ranked team on the ladder.
Speaking in a post-match interview, the Titans' coach expressed his frustration with the send-off, claiming that Fotuaika's tackle was different from the one that led to a player being marched off the field in the previous night's game involving the Roosters.
The controversial decision undoubtedly had a significant impact on the outcome of the match and left many NRL fans livid.
The sin bin farce has sparked widespread debate among rugby league enthusiasts, with many questioning the consistency and fairness of the league's disciplinary actions.
The incident has once again brought to the forefront the need for clearer guidelines and stricter enforcement of the rules surrounding high tackles and player safety.
As NRL fans continue to voice their discontent over the incident, it remains to be seen how the league will respond and take steps to address the growing concerns surrounding controversial sin bin decisions.