Rugby League is undoubtedly the greatest game of all. To say that I miss it is a huge understatement.
I miss the tries, the big hits, the crowds, the jerseys, even the referee errors. I miss literally everything about it.
That said, not even League has it exactly right.
Unfortunately, league is rather prone to a scandal. Some hilarious, some ridiculous and some unfortunately serious and life changing.
We take a look at 10 of the biggest Rugby League controversies and scandals of the century.
For obvious reasons, we'll avoid specifics where they're not 100 per cent well known.
Here is our top 10...
5. Matt Lodge Returns
Everyone knows about the actions of Matt Lodge whilst in America. Unfortunately, some have even seen the very graphic and downright awful video of the incident.
That is why the media coverage and social media discussion re his possible return dominated for many weeks. After the Broncos signed the young forward to return to NRL action, opinions were divided.
Some agreed that he had served his time, was showing remorse and shouldn't be denied the chance to return to the game. The others believed his act was such that he shouldn't be given the chance to earn big money as a public figure.
Every time he runs out, the incidents are brought up. That will follow him for his entire career, through fault only of his own. It's a controversy that was debated as heatedly as I've ever seen.
Truthfully I don't think I'll ever be comfortable watching him play. It will come up again whenever he is mentioned for Origin selection and undoubtedly, and rightfully denied him a shot at the Broncos captaincy.
Lodge may be a talented forward but will be a PR nightmare for the entirety of his career and beyond.
