The Penrith Panthers have been dealt another major blow as hooker Mitch Kenny has been suspended following an off-field misconduct incident. The NRL confirmed that Kenny breached the league’s Code of Conduct, with the suspension stemming from a controversial social media post dating back to late 2023.
Kenny’s absence comes at a critical time for the Panthers, who are already grappling with a worrying four-game losing streak, internal coaching tensions, and mounting injury woes. With key players like Nathan Cleary and Dylan Edwards sidelined, the loss of Kenny further weakens an already stretched squad.
Club officials have yet to comment publicly, but sources suggest frustration is growing behind the scenes. The incident has intensified scrutiny on team discipline and leadership, raising concerns about whether the reigning powerhouse can regroup and revive its flagging 2025 campaign.
