The NSW centre has become the first player sent off on his Origin debut after a big hit on Queensland’s star fullback.
The NSW centre was sensationally sent off after collecting Maroons superstar Reece Walsh in the head with his right shoulder.
It’s often said that players get away with more in Origin than in a club game, but referee Ashley Klein made the call after the bunker reviewed the incident.Walsh, who lay motionless on the Accor Stadium turf for several minutes, was diagnosed with a category-one concussion and took no further part in the match. Queensland’s 18th man, Felise Kaufusi, was activated.
Only six players have been sent off in Origin history: Craig Greenhill , Gorden Tallis , Trent Waterhouse , Jarome Luai , Reece Walsh and now Suaalii .Channel Nine broadcasters crossed live to Billy Slater shortly after Walsh was ruled out, with the Queensland coach tight-lipped on the shot.“At clubland, yes. It’s a shame. It is a send-off, but at this level I’m really surprised they sent Joseph Suaalii off,” he said.
Suaalii was a somewhat controversial selection by Maguire given he will leave the NRL at the end of the season to take up a $5 million Rugby Australia contract.
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