Fists Fly in Finals: Rugby League's Code of Conduct Under Scrutiny The scuffle between Latrell Mitchell and Dane Gagai during the NRL elimination final has raised questions about the code of conduct in rugby league.
While some might dismiss it as a trivial aspect of the game, this incident is a symptom of a deeper issue: the blurred lines between physicality and aggression on the field.
Professional sports can be intense, but when players are allowed to cross the line into outright violence, the sport's governing bodies must take notice.