Players have been reminded about being good role models after a radio interview featuring Latrell Mitchell raised the ire of the NRL.
The NRL is likely to speak with Latrell Mitchell in the next 48 hours about an expletive-laden post-match interview on Triple M that went viral on Friday as pressure mounts on the Souths star before the Rabbitohs’ blockbuster clash with arch-rivals the Roosters on Friday.Triple M spoke with Mitchell after South Sydney’s loss to Brisbane, then promoted the interview on social media, which featured several profanities.
Mitchell has been one of the few positives for Souths in the opening two rounds and will need to be at his barnstorming best if the pride of the league are to avoid a third straight loss against bitter rivals the Sydney Roosters. Senior Rabbitoh Damien Cook said Mitchell was used to having a target on his back and that Friday’s Allianz Stadium grudge match would be no different.The game will double as Jared Waerea-Hargreaves’ 300th game – provided he avoids injury and suspension upon his return against Manly on Sunday – as well as Souths skipper Cam Murray’s 150th and Jack Wighton’s club debut in the red and green.
“He said what he said about Spencer. He stands up for what he believes in. But he’s put that behind him.
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