NRL 2021: Mitchell Pearce speaks after giving up Newcastle Knights captaincy after texting scandal
The former NSW halfback's wedding to Kristin Scott was cancelled late last month after he was allegedly caught sending racy text messages to a Newcastle employee. The Knights improved last season to make the finals after a difficult period in the club's history. They were knocked out in the first week by South Sydney and have been expected to build on that effort in 2021. But that will hinge on a united group, with O'Brien assuring fans there would be no fractures behind closed doors despite a pre-season of unwanted drama. Mitchell Pearce says he is "taking steps" to improve as a man after gi...
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