Candice Warner has defended Latrell Mitchell after the Rabbitohs star sparked outrage during a radio outburst on Thursday night.
The star fullback was accused of disrespect after an expletive-laden interview following South’s 28-18 loss to the Broncos.
Triple M cut its post-match interview with Mitchell short because of the offensive language he used.
Watch every game of every round this NRL Telstra Premiership Season LIVE with no ad-breaks during play on Kayo. New to Kayo? Start your free trial today >
“It’s alright mate, honestly f**k … It was s**t,” Mitchell began.
“In the first bit, just a hard game f**k, we showed what we were about. Honestly, they’re big boys, they’re competitors. No wonder why they come runner up last year so f**k, they’re building on that.
“I don’t care if I’m swearing boys, honestly.”
When talking about his try scoring feat, Mitchell added: “But I’m very happy, scored 100 tries so that’s something to celebrate tonight. Yeah, everyone doesn’t give a f**k but anyways,” he added laughing.
There was a mixed reception to the interview with some calling for the 26-year-old to be suspended.
Speaking on Triple M, Warner defended Mitchell — pointing out he’s far from t...
[Short citation of 8% of the original article]