A series of incidents in the 2018/19 off-season, including rape allegations against Jarryd Hayne, prompted the NRL to introduce a no-fault standdown policy for players charged with serious crimes. Hayne’s conviction over two years later vindicates the NRL’s hardline stance, according to advocacy groups.
Source: ABC Rugby League
Jarryd Hayne's case partly sparked major policy change in the NRL. Advocates say his conviction is vindication
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