A rugby league player has been referred to the judiciary over a tackle that led to the death of James Ackerman in a match in Brisbane.
Sunshine Coast Falcons front-row forward Ackerman suffered a head injury in a tackle by Norths Devils' Francis Molo during a Queensland Cup match against the Norths Devils on Saturday.
The 25-year-old never regained consciousness and died in the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital on Monday.
Queensland Rugby League (QRL) said its match review committee followed its standard weekly process by reviewing the weekend's Intrust Super Cup matches.
A statement said: "An incident involving Norths Devils player Francis Molo has been referred to the judiciary at a date to be confirmed."
The QRL has not provided any details of the charge Molo faces.
Molo is contracted to the Brisbane Broncos in the NRL and is receiving counselling and support from his club and the QRL.
Ackerman is survived by his parents, two brothers, wife Saraa, and children Olliver and Milly.
A family statement released on Monday said: "We want to thank all his former team-mates and his former clubs for coming and seeing James ... your support has been overwhelming during this difficult time.
"James loved the game of rugby league, he always played the game with his heart on his sleeve. We will miss you!"