The Wests Tigers have announced that centre Justin Olam will miss the remainder of the NRL season due to necessary surgery on both knees. This injury update has also led to a change in the club’s approach to Olam’s recent high tackle charge, resulting in the cancellation of his judiciary hearing that was scheduled for last night.
Olam, a 30-year-old Papua New Guinea international, has been a key player for the Tigers since joining from the Melbourne Storm, scoring six tries in 13 matches. However, his season has been cut short following an extensive medical review, with surgery scheduled for later this week. This development will likely prevent Olam from participating in any representative games for PNG later this year.
Olam, a 30-year-old Papua New Guinea international, has been a key player for the Tigers since joining from the Melbourne Storm, scoring six tries in 13 matches. However, his season has been cut short following an extensive medical review, with surgery scheduled for later this week. This development will likely prevent Olam from participating in any representative games for PNG later this year.
The Tigers’ decision to opt for surgery has led them to enter a ‘no contest’ plea regarding Olam’s grade three careless high tackle charge. The charge relates to a high shot on North Queensland’s Heilum Luki, which resulted in Olam’s dismissal from the field last week. While an early guilty plea would have incurred a three-match suspension, the no-contest plea means Olam is now automatically banned for four matches.
With only four games and a bye remaining in the season, the Tigers are striving to avoid a third consecutive wooden spoon finish.
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With only four games and a bye remaining in the season, the Tigers are striving to avoid a third consecutive wooden spoon finish.
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