Reece Walsh’s controversial remarks spark NRL Grand Final buzz

September 30, 2023 5:51 am.by Staff Writer

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Brisbane Broncos’ rising star, Reece Walsh, has found himself embroiled in another controversy just days before the NRL Grand Final where the Brisbane Broncos are set to verse Penrith Panthers.

Thanks to a viral video capturing an exchange with a Penrith Panthers fan during an NRL Fan Fest event in Sydney.

In the video, the fan can be heard taunting Walsh, predicting that Moses Leota of the Penrith team would deliver a crushing blow in the upcoming Grand Final clash, saying,

“Moses Leota will take your head off this weekend.”

In response, Walsh didn’t hold back, swiftly retorting with,

“I’ll take your mum’s.”

While the precise words exchanged in the heat of the moment are still under scrutiny, the incident has raised eyebrows and prompted a formal complaint lodged with the NRL Integrity Unit.

This latest controversy adds to Walsh’s checkered history this season, including a three-game suspension for directing offensive language at a referee during a match against the Gold Coast Titans.

With the NRL Grand Final just around the corner, the incident has cast a shadow over what was already an eagerly awaited showdown between the Brisbane Broncos and the Panthers.

The consequences of this latest incident for Walsh’s reputation and future in the league remain uncertain.

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