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Munster faces ban, NRLW teams chase finals spots

From ABC Australia · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Cameron Munster faces a one-match ban for a dangerous tackle on Taniela Paseka, with the option to accept the penalty or risk a two-match suspension.
  • The NRLW season saw the Warriors, Canterbury, and Gold Coast secure victories, boosting their finals aspirations.
  • Canterbury narrowly defeated North Queensland 28-26, despite an early sin-binning and an ankle injury to the Cowboys' captain.

Cameron Munster is set to receive a one-match suspension for a dangerous tackle during a recent NRL match. The Melbourne Storm player can accept the guilty plea for grade two dangerous contact against Sea Eagles forward Taniela Paseka, or face a two-match ban if he contests the charge. Paseka was injured during the tackle and did not return to the game.

The NRLW season also saw significant action. The Warriors improved their standing with a 22-14 win over Newcastle. Canterbury secured a crucial 28-26 victory against North Queensland, enhancing their playoff hopes. However, the Cowboys may have lost captain Emma Manzelmann to an ankle injury, a blow to their season.

Canterbury overcame an early setback when Daynah Nankivell was sent to the sin bin for a hip-drop tackle, allowing the Cowboys to score. Despite this, the Bulldogs rallied, scoring four tries before halftime. The Cowboys fought back in the second half, but Canterbury held on for the win. Other players, including Jason Saab, Pat Carrigan, Kotoni Staggs, Morgan Knowles, Sean Keppie, and Jack de Belin, also faced charges or fines for various on-field incidents.

She's got a bit of an ankle problem. We haven't been able to diagnose it at this point.

— Ricky HenryNorth Queensland Cowboys coach Ricky Henry commenting on the ankle injury sustained by captain Emma Manzelmann.
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