If you only looked at the stats card you’d think Parramatta had spanked Melbourne on Friday night in Cameron Munster’s comeback match.

All season long the NRL has been cracking down on contact on the kicker — but this is getting ridiculous.

Melbourne Storm half Jahrome Hughes — and most of the NRL world — was left in disbelief after being placed on report in Friday night’s 32-14 win over Parramatta.

The Wests Tigers have confirmed John Bateman’s mid-season exit in a club statement that was released during Friday’s loss to the Warriors.

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck returned to the fullback position and was arguably the Warriors best player in a much needed win over the Tigers. Mat Kermeen

The Warriors have kept their season alive with a 28-16 win over the bottom-placed Tigers. Mat Kermeen