Quote: Paul2812 "Hansen's tackle was what they refer to in the NRL as a 'Cannonball' (3rd man in targeting the knee joint). Just as cowardly as a 'Chicken Wing' and could have ended Ratchford's career. He would be facing a lengthy ban down under, but the RFL will no doubt do nothing.
FWIW Westwood should have seen red, but as for all the Goon turds coming out of the woodwork making out he's dirty, they should just look at some of their own players. The high tackle on M Monas by Dudson (possibly McCillorum) in the 2nd half was just as bad, yet funnily enough there's no reference to it.'"
I'd agree with you If H had actually targeted his Knee, But he didn't. he clearly makes contact with Ratchfords hip, Ratchfords foot then seems to get stuck and Hansen lands on the top awkwardly, Which is what caused the injury imo. no way was H going in with the intention to cause that injury.
McIlorrum was a bad high tackle but something that you see quite often. not quite the same as a pre meditated punch to the face of a defenceless player on the ground.
Westwoods shot was nothing but pure thuggery, add to that Mike Coopers attempt on Richards late on in the game and I don't think Wire can have anything to moan about as far as foul play is concerned.