NRL look at tackle technique in head blows

By Scott Bailey
Updated June 15 2021 - 5:25pm, first published 5:20pm
Parramatta's Ryan Matterson believes the NRL needs to do more to avoid concussion in the game.
Parramatta's Ryan Matterson believes the NRL needs to do more to avoid concussion in the game.

The NRL wants to encourage a change in tackling techniques to minimise head knocks with around 70 per cent of concussions suffered by defenders this season.

Subscribe now for unlimited access.

$0/

(min cost $0)

or signup to continue reading

See subscription options

Get the latest Cessnock news in your inbox

Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date.

We care about the protection of your data. Read our Privacy Policy.