Thirty Players and Officials Prepare to Strike as Mathew Nean’s 20-Year Ban Heads to Review

Please see attached an update (media release) regarding the ongoing request from Matt Nean to the NSWRL and Group Four administration to formally review and resolve his 20-year suspension.

The attached statement outlines that thirty country rugby league players and officials have signed a petition and are prepared to withdraw from competition unless the matter is addressed at the upcoming Group Four meeting on 3 February.

The release also provides background on the case, the impact of the suspension, and comments from Advocate for Judicial Fairness, Scott Clout.