Overview

• Young says he did not verbally provoke Reece Walsh, describing his in-your-face celebration as part of his playing style.
• NRL match review outcomes stand: Walsh faces a reported $3,000 fine for the headbutt and $1,800 for an obscene gesture.
• Walsh remains eligible for Brisbane’s September 28 preliminary final after both he and Young were sin-binned in the qualifying final.
• Brad Fittler urges stronger protection for players near tunnels following Walsh’s gesture toward Raiders fans, while Andrew Johns questions officiating consistency.
• Canberra figures Corey Horsburgh and Joe Tapine voice uncertainty over any unwritten ‘stirring up’ standard and say the Raiders will avoid celebrations in opponents’ faces.