LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
In a recent Betfred Super League match, Wigan Warriors secured a 26-20 victory over Castleford Tigers, but the game saw a significant refereeing controversy.
Phil Bentham, the head of referees, acknowledged a "clear error" made during the game.
The Warriors benefited from a successful captain's challenge after dismissing an apparent knock-on.
However, video replays indicated that Wigan scrum-half Harry Smith might have pulled back Castleford's Josh Simm.
Despite this, the video referee, Aaron Moore, concluded there was insufficient contact to award a penalty, allowing Wigan's Zach Eckersley to score a crucial try.
The Warriors ultimately clinched the win with a late try from Liam Farrell.
Bentham commented on the incident, stating, "It's important that the sport knows we do accept accountability when there's been a clear error.
We will continue to work, week in, week out, in detail to avoid these errors in decision-making." Castleford's coach, Danny McGuire, expressed his outrage over the ruling, asserting, "Everyone in the whole ground can see it's a penalty.
I'm watching something different if it's not."
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by referees in making split-second decisions and the impact these calls can have on the outcome of matches.