Quote ="Vicki_g"Well time will tell what the judiciary think but, having watched the match again and noted how often Ablett targets Tomkins throughout, surely on team orders, I fail to believe that there wasn't any malice involved. 'Clumsy' is one word for it, and maybe Mr Ablett should be taught to be a bit less 'clumsy' in future by being banned for two games.
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I think the charge he is facing is a "Reckless" challenge which carries a 1 -3 matches possible penalty.
Your first comments highlights to me again some inexperience of the nature of the game. Are you suggesting that team orders or targeting a particular player is illegal ????
I doubt the DC will take anything of that nature into account...much to the disappointment of many on this thread no doubt.
On the "malice" theme perhaps you should extend your viewing to the end of the game and the players reactions to one another.
Many players seeking out particular opponents to congratulate them and shake hands on a well contested game... which Wigan were deserved winners.
which is in stark contrast to the outpourings here I might add.
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