Cody Walker suspended for one match after kicking Penrith's Jack Cogger

South Sydney veteran Cody Walker was sent to the sin bin early in the match against Penrith and kicked halfback Jack Cogger. The NRL judiciary handed Walker a one‑game suspension for grade‑two contrary conduct. Walker apologised, saying he let his teammates down, and faces missing the Rabbitohs’ upcoming game against Newcastle, with a possible further suspension if he challenges the charge.

Penrith’s Jack Cogger was also penalised, receiving a grade‑two careless high‑tackle charge and a two‑game ban for a separate incident involving Ashton Ward. Both bans affect team line‑ups ahead of the Panthers’ bye weekend. Commentators described Walker’s act as “inexcusable” and called for anger‑management training.

The disciplinary outcomes add to an injury‑laden season for South Sydney, which is already missing several key players.