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