Radley dodges sin bin after ugly tackle

Victor Radley was penalised for a hip‑drop tackle on Herbie Farnworth during a recent rugby league match. The tackle was described as an “ugly” hip‑drop, prompting immediate attention from the match officials.

Following the incident, the referee issued a penalty against Radley for the dangerous play. The decision was made in accordance with the sport’s rules governing high‑risk tackles.

Despite the penalty, Radley was not sent to the sin bin. The referee opted to keep him on the field, allowing him to continue participating in the remainder of the game.

The avoidance of a sin‑bin sanction meant that Radley’s team retained his services for the rest of the match, while the penalty itself may have influenced the team’s tactical options.

The incident was highlighted in post‑match commentary as a close call regarding disciplinary measures, underscoring the scrutiny applied to dangerous tackles in the competition.