The NRL Integrity Unit has reviewed Jack Wighton's social media and in-game tribute to late Canberra Comancheros chapter commander Pitasoni Ulavalu, saying they were aware of it but did not want to comment.
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Wighton dedicated the Canberra Raiders win against South Sydney to Ulavalu, who was fatally stabbed in a fight at a Civic nightclub two weeks ago.
The Raiders five-eighth had "Poko" - Ulavalu's nickname - written on his wrists for the game and took to social media afterwards to pay his respects to Ulavalu.
"[There is] no comment or need for a statement," the NRL said.
"But the integrity unit is aware of the post and if there is something the NRL needs to communicate at a later stage, they will."
Wighton has taken charge of the Raiders in Josh Hodgson's absence and the Clive Churchill Medal-winner will be crucial to the Green Machine's charge towards the finals.
NRL ROUND 12
Saturday: Canberra Raiders v North Queensland Cowboys at Townsville, 5.30pm.
Lucie Bertoldo
Lucie Bertoldo is a sports reporter for the Canberra Times.
Lucie Bertoldo is a sports reporter for the Canberra Times.
