Overview

• Nelson Asofa-Solomona received a three-game suspension for a high shot on Ben Talty, rising to four if he challenges and loses, which likely rules him out for the finals.
• Ryan Papenhuyzen failed a head injury assessment after a tackle by Brisbane’s Josiah Karapani and will miss at least week one under concussion protocols.
• Jahrome Hughes is undergoing scans for a fractured forearm, with coach Craig Bellamy indicating his season is likely over following consultation with a surgeon.
• Melbourne’s likely replacements include Stefano Utoikamanu in the pack, Nick Meaney or Sua Fa’alogo at fullback, and Tyran Wishart or Jonah Pezet in the halves for week one against Canterbury at AAMI Park.
• Karapani was fined for the tackle on Papenhuyzen, Roosters forward Victor Radley was fined and remains available, and Warriors centre Rocco Berry was ruled out for the rest of the season.