LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
In a bizarre turn of events, the Sharks star William Kennedy has found himself on the receiving end of a one-match ban after a strange incident during Friday night's game against the Tigers.
The NRL Judiciary didn't hesitate to hand down a grade 2 contrary conduct charge to Kennedy, putting him on the sidelines for the next match.
It was in the 13th minute when Kennedy, in a moment of misfortune, collided with referee Adam Gee while trying to support a breakaway play from centre Kayal Iro.
With the Tigers defense in disarray, Kennedy had a clear path to a potential long-range try, only to crash into the unsuspecting referee who quickly recovered from the collision.
Although play continued without interruption, Kennedy was left pondering what could have been as his scoring opportunity vanished in an instant.
Commentator Dan Ginnane on Fox League summed up the situation perfectly, lamenting, "Oh Kennedy and the referee have collided and that cost Kennedy.
He was looming in back up and could have scored a try."
This unexpected ban is a setback for the Sharks, but as any rugby league fan knows, in the game of footy, you have to roll with the punches and bounce back stronger.
Kennedy will have to sit out the next game, but he'll be itching to get back on the field and make a big impact with his electrifying plays and game-changing moves.
It's all part of the ups and downs of being a rugby league player, but no doubt Kennedy will be back in action in no time, ready to leave his mark on the game once again.