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Hudson Young, Reece Walsh say headbutting incident was 'banter'

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After Raiders' Hudson Young downplayed the headbutting incident that nearly cost Bronco Reece Walsh a spot in the finals, NRL players say they'll be more careful about their on-field banter.

Breakdown
  • Reece Walsh and Joe Tapine clarified their recent on-field exchange was friendly banter.
  • Walsh emphasized the importance of respecting referee and bunker decisions. 9s
  • Tapine discussed the implications of banter and suggested possible rule changes for the future. 25s
  • Tapine stated he would trade individual medals for a chance at the grand final. 47s
  • Josh Papali has been named to start despite injury as the team recovers from a lengthy match. 1m 1s
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