The Sydney Roosters have tonight been successful in having the Grade One Crusher Tackle charge against Ben Marschke overturned at the NRL Judiciary.
The Club entered a plea of Not Guilty for Marschke after he was cited for an incident that occurred in the 29th minute of the Round 5 match against the Cronulla Sutherland-Sharks, which the NRL judiciary accepted at a hearing this evening.
As a result, Marschke will be available to line up for the Roosters' Round 6 match against the Melbourne Storm.
Originally Updated 12/04/21 at 12:31pm
The Sydney Roosters have elected to enter a plea of not guilty in relation to the Grade One Crusher Tackle charge on Ben Marschke.
The hearing will be held on Tuesday night at Rugby League Central.
Roosters.com.au will keep Members and supporters up to date with any further information.
Originally Posted 11/04/21 at 11:06am
Following the Sydney Roosters Round 5 match against the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks, Ben Marschke has been cited by the NRL Match Review Committee.
Marschke was charged with Grade One Crusher Tackle resulting from an incident in the 29th minute of the match.
The charge carries a base of 200 points. Should the Club elect to enter an early plea, Marschke will receive 150 points and be unavailable for one match. If found guilty at the panel, Marschke will be suspended for two matches.
The Club has until Monday at 12pm to enter their plea.
Roosters.com.au will keep Members and supporters up to date with any further information.
