LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
Warriors hooker Freddy Lussick is in hot water after a bone-crunching hit on Rabbitohs halfback Lachlan Ilias left him with a busted leg.
The incident has landed Lussick in front of the NSWRL judiciary, facing a hefty ban of up to two months.
The 23-year-old, who boasts 39 NRL games under his belt with various clubs, including the Roosters, Dragons, and Warriors, is now staring down the barrel of a six to eight-week suspension for his aggressive play, as reported by The Daily Telegraph.
In a dramatic turn of events, Lussick's ill-fated attempt at a charge down on Ilias in a NSW Cup match led to chaos on the field.
With the game on the line, tensions boiled over as the Rabbitohs managed to secure a 26-20 victory, but not without the controversial final play.
The collision was so brutal that the sound of impact reverberated throughout the stadium, leaving Ilias nursing a serious injury.
Lussick's actions not only got him sent off but also triggered a scuffle that resulted in further repercussions, with Moala Graham-Taufa also being sin binned.
The fallout from the incident has sent shockwaves through the Rugby League community, with fans and pundits eagerly awaiting the outcome of Lussick's hearing.
It's a tough break for the fiery hooker, but in a game as intense as Rugby League, the consequences of such actions can be severe.