Ashley Klein
Ashley Klein is a senior referee in the National Rugby League (NRL), known for his extensive experience in officiating high-stakes matches. Recently, he was in the news due to his controversial decision-making during a match, where he ruled on a critical knock-on that affected the outcome of the game between Penrith and South Sydney.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 6 | 5.50 | 6.00% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 1,529,993 | $1,380,000 | 82,800$ |
| Totals | 6 | 25,499,884 | 1,529,993 | $1,380,000 | 82,800$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Australia:
Referee Ashley Klein still influenced the Blues’ 22-20 nail-biting win more than anyone else.
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Australia:
Ashley Klein was the referee who made the decision to send off Kalyn Ponga.
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Australia:
Ashley Klein made the decision to send Kalyn Ponga off during Origin I.
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Australia:
Ashley Klein decided that Ponga had committed a send-off offence.
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Australia:
Referee Ashley Klein decided to send off Kalyn Ponga for a shoulder charge to the head.
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Australia:
Referee Ashley Klein largely put away his whistle during the match.
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Australia:
Ashley Klein has been in charge of three deciders, including 2022 and 2024, but came under fire for blowing no fewer than 18 penalties during Friday night’s preliminary final.
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Australia:
Ashley Klein is the referee whom James Graham attacked verbally.
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Australia:
Tapine said he couldn’t comprehend referee Ashley Klein’s decision to sin-bin Young for 'celebrating a good play'.
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New Zealand:
Referee Ashley Klein appeared to miss a crucial knock on during the match.
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