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Knights prop banned for high tackle on Warriors winger

Newcastle prop Jacob Saifiti received a four-game suspension for a high tackle during the Warriors' 46-32 victory.

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Jacob Saifiti was sent off and subsequently suspended for four games following a high tackle on Warriors winger Luke Laulilii. The incident occurred during Newcastle's loss to the Warriors, which secured the Kiwi club a top-two finish in the NRL. Saifiti's suspension effectively ends his season.

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Stuff

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Jacob Saifiti was sent off as the Warriors rallied to beat Newcastle 46-32 and secure a top-two finish.

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Newstalk ZB

Warriors v Knights: Kiwi club target strong finish to regular season, vow to attack Manly Sea Eagles

Even with their spot in the NRL’s top two all but locked in, the Warriors have no intention of playing it safe in their final regular season match.

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1News

Knights prop banned after horror hit on Warriors wing

Jacob Saifiti's NRL season is all but over after the Newcastle prop was handed a four-game suspension for a high tackle on Warriors winger Luke Laulilii.

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