Johns expected to be dumped today | The West Australian
Former NRL star and and Channel Nine commentator Matthew Johns is expected to be stood down today in the wake of a 2002 group sex scandal.
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Who is Matthew Johns
- Matthew Johns is a former professional rugby league player from Australia who later worked as a commentator and television presenter. He rose to prominence as a player for the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks and later as a host on sports programs. This background is documented in public sources such as his Wikipedia page.[4]
Notable past news (historical context)
- In 2009, Johns was involved in a group-sex scandal from 2002 that led to his suspension from Channel 9 and related rugby league roles. Coverage at the time described him being stood down and facing significant professional consequences. If you’re looking for historical context, these events are well-documented across multiple outlets.[2][3]
- The broader reporting around the 2009 incident also highlighted discussions about the network’s and league’s handling of the fallout and support services for those affected.[3]
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