The NRL's match review committee has issued charges against two players involved in the encounter between the Sydney Roosters and Penrith Panthers on Thursday night.
In a game that stood out as one of the highlights of the year, the Roosters emerged victorious with a narrow 12-6 win, placing them in contention for the minor premiership and knocking the Panthers from the top spot they had held for five months.
Daly Cherry-Evans scored two tries, complemented by excellent defensive efforts that secured the Roosters a vital two points and announced them as the team to watch as finals approach.
This match, reminiscent of finals intensity, showcased what fans can expect in the upcoming premiership chase while resulting in the referral of two players to the match review committee.
During the game, Penrith hooker Freddy Lussick received a grade 1 dangerous contact charge just before half-time for an incident involving Roosters forward Nat Butcher.
This marked Lussick's second MRC infraction, leading to an increased fine of $1800, with the possibility of a $2500 penalty if he contests the charge and is unsuccessful at the judiciary.
In the match's dying moments, with the Roosters leading by two, the ball reached Penrith winger Brian To'o, who was struck high by Roosters lock Victor Radley.
The MRC classified this as a grade 1 careless high tackle. Due to it being Radley's third offense, he faced significant repercussions.
The aggressive lock was fined $3000 and could face a two-match suspension should he choose to contest the charge and fail at the panel.