Thousands of NRL fans, including Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, have invaded the field after South Sydney Rabbitohs winger Alex Johnston broke the try-scoring record.
Johnston required one four pointer to equal Ken Irvine’s 212-try record when South took on bitter arch-rivals Sydney Roosters at a sold-out Allianz Stadium on Friday night.
The 31-year-old equalled the long-standing record in the first half before he entered the history books shortly after half-time when centre Latrell Mitchell put him over for his 213th career try.
As Johnston was swamped by his teammates, thousands of fans from both clubs ran onto the field, despite prior warnings that they risked a $5,500 fine if they breached the field of play.
They included lifelong Rabbitohs tragic Albanese.
Security presence was increased for the round-two clash after Souths players and coach Wayne Bennett had this week urged supporters not to invade the pitch.
The stadium big screen displayed warnings against entering the field, sparking boos around the ground.
Players left the ground as security spent 10 minutes to clearing the field for play to resume.
Irvine’s try-scoring record lasted 53 years.
More to come.
Thousand of NRL fans invaded Allianz Stadium after Alex Johnston broke the try-scoring record
