Guilty Tiger picked to play

Guilty Tiger picked to play

Noah Balta has been selected to play in Richmond's clash against the Gold Coast this Saturday, days before he faces sentencing for assault.

WA rising star pays the price for controversial Balta return

Richmond have selected Noah Balta for his first AFL match of the season on Saturday, just three days before he will be sentenced for assault with a WA rising star paying the price.

Noah Balta to make Richmond return amid assault saga

The decision comes just days before the premiership player will be sentenced in court.

‘Collateral damage’: Noah Balta ban sparks debate

Noah Balta’s return to the AFL has been labelled a “lightning rod for social criticism”, as he awaits sentencing on an assault charge.

Footy star could play for his club on Saturday and be behind bars on Tuesday

Has pleaded guilt assault Will face sentencing after Easter weekend  Has been controversially named to play  By STEVE LARKIN FOR AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATED PRESS Published: 00:24 EDT, 18 April 2025 | Updated: 00:24 EDT, 18 April 2025 Noah Balta could play for Richmond on Saturday and be jailed for assault on Tuesday. While jail time – his charge in NSW carries a maximum five-year stretch – appears unlikely, Balta’s return to football has become a po…

Tigers court controversy with Balta's polarising return

Noah Balta's controversial return for Richmond against Gold Coast comes three days before he's sentenced in court for...