The Referee's Nightmare: When Fan Frenzy Turns Ugly The NRL semifinal match between the Newcastle Knights and the New Zealand Warriors was a nail biter that saw the underdog Knights emerge victorious 12 10 at Eden Park.
However, it was not the thrilling finish or post match celebrations that made headlines after the final whistle, but rather the ugly scenes that unfolded as projectiles were hurled at the referees.
NRL crowds are notorious for their passion and occasional aggression when their team is struggling.