‘We didn’t abuse him’: NRL probe Vegas ref complaint against Mark Bouris, Nick Politis

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The NRL Integrity Unit is investigating a complaint regarding an alleged confrontation between Sydney Roosters Chairman Nick Politis, Director Mark Bouris and referee Mitch James during the NRL Vegas Nines competition last month.

James, who officiated a match between the LA Roosters and Brisbane Veterans on February 28, claims that after the game, Bouris and Politis approached him on the sideline and criticised his officiating.

Bouris confirmed the incident, stating, “We were not in his face, I made sure we stayed our distance. We were not threatening, and we didn’t abuse him and didn’t swear. I do not believe I said to him he ‘reffed us out of the game’.”

Bouris also clarified that they filed a complaint about the refereeing standard during the tournament.

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James further alleged that after the confrontation, he was removed from officiating the Greece versus USA match later that day, despite being originally appointed.

He expressed his frustration, stating the removal reinforced the perception that influential individuals were exerting undue pressure on officials.

Bouris, however, denied having any involvement in the decision to remove James, suggesting the change in duties likely stemmed from the formal complaint filed against James.

James, who also raised concerns about ongoing abuse faced by referees, stated that his complaint aimed to address broader issues affecting the officiating community.

An NRL spokesperson confirmed the complaint has been received and is under investigation.

Source: Sydney Morning Herald.

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