Nate Myles Issues Warning to Joseph Suaalii During State of Origin Opener

In a fiery State of Origin opener, tensions flared as former NRL player turned assistant coach Nate Myles issued a warning to debutant Joseph Suaalii on Wednesday night. The incident took place just seven minutes into the game, with Myles visibly upset as Suaalii left the field.

Caught on the Nine broadcast, Myles could be seen directing heated words towards the young NSW player as he was escorted off the field and towards the tunnel. The confrontation raised eyebrows among viewers and officials alike, prompting the NRL to step in.

According to reports from News Corp, an NRL official intervened to caution Myles for his conduct towards Suaalii. The nature of the exchange between the two remains undisclosed, but it has sparked conversations about sportsmanship and respect within the league.

Suaalii’s departure from the field due to the altercation allowed the Maroons to gain momentum and secure a lead going into halftime. Despite a valiant effort from the Blues after the break, Billy Slater‘s coaching tactics proved effective in securing a victory for Queensland.