NRL 2022: Elliott Whitehead on report for dangerous tackle …
Elliott Whitehead was placed on report during the NRL 2022 season for a dangerous tackle on St George Illawarra Dragons prop Blake Lawrie, occurring in Round 23 (23rd minute), as Canberra defeated the Dragons—Whitehead was officially placed on report for that tackle .
Earlier in the season (Round 15), he had also been charged with Grade 1 Dangerous Contact for a high tackle on Newcastle Knights’ Kalyn Ponga. He accepted an early plea and was fined $1,000 .
In the Finals Week 2 (September 2022), Whitehead faced further scrutiny with two separate Grade 1 dangerous contact charges, leading to additional fines or possible suspension .
Round 15 vs Knights: High tackle → Grade 1 charge → $1,000 fine (early plea)
Round 23 vs Dragons: Dangerous tackle on Blake Lawrie → placed on report
Finals Week 2: Two further Grade 1 dangerous contact incidents → additional charges
The NRL Match Review Committee categorises Grade 1 Dangerous Contact as typically resulting in a fine of $1,000 with an early plea, escalating to a $1,800 fine if contested. Repeat offenders can face match suspensions .
If you’d like insight on the final outcomes—such as the amount fined, any suspensions served, or how it affected the Raiders’ campaign—feel free to ask
