Cronulla have released a media statement pertaining to Andrew and David Fifita who have now been stood down by the club.

“The Club advises that Andrew and David Fifita have been stood down pending further investigation and to allow them and their representatives to fully address matters relating to allegations of inappropriate behaviour at an A Grade Men’s match under the jurisdiction of the Penrith and District Junior Rugby League” the statement read.

“The Club has today received, and is reviewing and assessing, statements from a variety of people present at the match including match officials, participating club representatives, Ground officials and independent witnesses. In assessing these reports it is evident that conflicting versions of events exist.”

It goes on to say, “The Club reasserts that it takes the nature of the allegations against its players very seriously and is working with NRL CEO, Dave Smith and the NRL Integrity Unit to ensure that due process is allowed to occur and the appropriate sanctions are put in place once all of the facts are established.

“The Club advises that out of respect for all of the individuals involved in this matter, including the match officials and the players, this investigation will not be done in the public forum and no further public comment will be made at this stage.”