LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
The Sydney Roosters have fired back at false claims made in a circulating video featuring star player Brandon Smith, warning social media users to stick to the facts and not get caught up in sensationalism.
The video, which showed Smith and some teammates in a live-streamed session on the eve of their Magic Round showdown with the Sharks, has raised eyebrows among fans.
Amidst speculation and rumors swirling on social media, the Roosters have come out strongly to set the record straight, insisting that the video does not show any illegal activities taking place.
The players involved, including Zach Dockar-Clay, Terrell May, Naufahu Whyte, and Spencer Leniu, have all been caught up in the storm caused by the circulating footage.
The video, originally uploaded to May's Twitch account, continues to fuel debate among fans and critics alike as the Roosters address the issue head-on.
As the old saying goes, in Rugby League, you've got to expect the unexpected - and this latest controversy is just the latest twist in a long line of drama in the world of professional sports.