Hardaker faces no further action

The RFL have confirmed that no further action will be taken against Zak Hardaker, following accusations of homophobic abuse.

Hardaker was alleged to have used homophobic language in a recent clash with St Helens.

A statement on the RFL website reads: 

“The RFL can confirm that no further action will be taken following an investigation into an incident in the First Utility Super League fixture, Leeds Rhinos v St Helens played on Friday August 29.

“Details of the investigation were presented to the RFL Match Review Panel which concluded that there was insufficient evidence for charges to be brought.”

The Rhinos kick off their Super League play-off campaign against Catalan Dragons at Headingley on Saturday.