Hull KR fined: Club statement

Hull KR and Salford have been fined for crowd disturbances during rugby league's Million Pound Game in October.

The Rugby Football League punished Hull KR £5,000 - with a further £20,000 suspended.

Salford must pay £5,500 - with the potential for another £7,500 fine should they get into trouble for a similar offence.

Hull Kingston Rovers has issued the following statement following the announcement that the club has accepted a fine of £25,000, of which £20,000 has been suspended.

Hull KR chairman Neil Hudgell said:

“We accepted the RFL adjudication for two reasons, the first being for expediency’s sake as we preferred the matter be put to bed. Secondly, for accountability, as there were failings in the match day operations and a minority let us and the vast majority of supporters down with their appalling behaviour. We are still seeking some of those people out to issue appropriate banning orders.

“What I didn't know at the time of accepting the adjudication was that we would be more harshly dealt with than Salford. I do not seek a fall out with that club but I'm here to defend my club and its very many loyal and passionate supporters."