Leigh Leopards owner and ex-Wigan player fined by RFL for comments made following Round 27 defeat

Former Wigan Warriors centre Oliver Gildart has received a fine following a breach of the operational rules during the 2023 Super League season.
By Josh McAllister
Published 17th Nov 2023, 16:21 BST
Updated 20th Nov 2023, 11:45 BST
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The two-time Super League Grand Final winner returned to England from the NRL with Leigh Leopards midway through the year, reuniting with former Wigan head coach Adriam Lam.

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Joining Hull KR ahead of the 2024 season on a three-year deal, the 27-year-old has been fined £1,000, with half of it suspended, for his comments made to the media following the Round 27 defeat to his former club – specifically his criticism of match officials.

Leigh owner Derek Beaumont's & head coach Adrian Lam celebrate Challenge Cup final victory over Hull KR at WembleyLeigh owner Derek Beaumont's & head coach Adrian Lam celebrate Challenge Cup final victory over Hull KR at Wembley
Leigh owner Derek Beaumont's & head coach Adrian Lam celebrate Challenge Cup final victory over Hull KR at Wembley
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He is among five to be charged by the Rugby Football League, including Leigh owner Derek Beaumont. He has been fined £2,000 for his conduct after the same Super League fixture against the Warriors on September 22.

Half of the fine has been suspended until the end of the 2024 season.

The Warriors won the game 10-6 live on Sky Sports, with Jai Field and Jake Wardle crossing for tries in a victory that saw Matt Peet’s side claim the League Leaders’ Shield.

England international Gildart had a try ruled out on a tense night at the Leigh Sports Village.

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Warrington Wolves and Salford Red Devils chairmen Stuart Middleton and Paul King respectively have also been fined for breaching operational rules.

Jason Hirst, the Bradford Bulls chief executive, has been fined £1,000 for breaching three operational rules in a statement released on August 24, following the suspension of winger Jorge Taufua for biting.

Half of the fine has been suspended until the end of the 2024 season.

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