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Controversy in the NRL: Banned Star's Precedent Claim Ignored

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Find out how a head clash in the NRL set the stage for a heated debate in 2022!

In the world of NRL, Sharks enforcer Dale Finucane found himself in hot water after being suspended for a head clash with Stephen Crichton. Finucane vocally expressed that this incident had set a precedent for the future of the game, yet his claims were ultimately overlooked. The controversy surrounding the suspension has sparked heated discussions among fans and experts alike, with opinions divided on the decision.

As the dust settles on this contentious issue, the Panther involved in the clash, Stephen Crichton, has been cleared of any wrongdoing. Despite Finucane's assertion of a game-changing precedent, Crichton's exoneration brings a new twist to the saga. The NRL community is abuzz with speculation and analysis, as the implications of this ruling reverberate throughout the league.

This incident serves as a reminder of the intense scrutiny and debate that accompanies every controversial decision in the NRL. While Finucane's claims may have been dismissed, the impact of this clash on the future of the game remains a topic of significant interest. As the NRL season progresses, fans are eagerly anticipating how this incident will shape the dynamics of the league moving forward.

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Banned star's 2022 'precedent' claim ignored as Panther cleared ... (Fox Sports)

Sharks enforcer Dale Finucane was suspended for a 2022 head clash with Stephen Crichton which he said “set a precedent for our game moving forward”. Finucane ...

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May signs contract extension (Penrith Panthers)

Penrith Panthers is excited to announce that Taylan May has signed a two-year contract extension with the club.

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Taylan May recommits to Panthers until end of 2026 (The Canberra Times)

Penrith have held off interest from rivals to convince strike centre Taylan May to sign a two-year extension with the NRL club.

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Young gun's big contract news after coach fires up (Wide World of Sports)

Penrith young gun Taylan May has put speculation to bed after signing a two-year contract extension with t...

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Taylan May Forgoes Brothers Plan To Re-sign With Panthers | The ... (The Sporting Base)

Taylan May has decided to re-sign with the Penrith Panthers at the expense of a brotherly plan he, Terell, and Tyrone had cooked up where they would all end ...

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Huge Panthers boost as rising star snubs rivals to sign $1m deal ... (Fox Sports)

Panthers centre Taylan May has reportedly signed a two-year contract extension that will see him remain at the foot of the mountains until the end of 2026.

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Panthers lock up star outside back in big retention play (Zero Tackle)

The Penrith Panthers have confirmed Taylan May won't be going anywhere, with the outside back re-signing with the club through to the end of 2026.

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Double bonus as May cleared, inks new deal (Daily Telegraph)

Fresh from being cleared by the match review committee, Penrith gun centre Taylan May has inked a contract extension to remain at the Panthers for at least ...

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Young gun's big contract news after coach fires up (msnNOW)

Penrith young gun Taylan May has put speculation to bed after signing a two-year contract extension with the Panthers.

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Taylan May recommits to Panthers until end of 2026 - ESPN (ESPN Australia)

Penrith have held off interest from rivals to convince strike centre Taylan May to sign a two-year extension with the NRL club.

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Panthers' signing shock (msnNOW)

Taylan May has sensationally re-signed with the Panthers just as it seemed he was going to join his brother at a rival club.

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