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.
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Referee Ashley Klein still influenced the Blues’ 22-20 nail-biting win more than anyone else.
The NSW Blues and Queensland Maroons halves stood tallest. So what next at the selection table?
Australia· 2026-05-28
Ashley Klein was the referee who made the decision to send off Kalyn Ponga.
Why Gould wouldn’t talk about the only thing everyone is talking aboutAustralia· 2026-05-28
Ashley Klein made the decision to send Kalyn Ponga off during Origin I.
NRL backs referee Ashley Klein’s decision in Origin I foul play rulingAustralia· 2026-05-28
Ashley Klein decided that Ponga had committed a send-off offence.
New South Wales complete historic comeback to defeat Queensland 22-20Australia· 2026-05-27
Referee Ashley Klein decided to send off Kalyn Ponga for a shoulder charge to the head.
Should Kalyn Ponga have been sent off after Tolu Koula hit?Australia· 2026-05-27
Referee Ashley Klein largely put away his whistle during the match.
Kalyn Ponga send-off changed everythingAustralia· 2026-05-27
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.
Could 18 penalties cost referee Ashley Klein the NRL grand final gig?Australia· 2025-09-27
Ashley Klein is the referee whom James Graham attacked verbally.
I disapprove of James Graham’s attack on Ashley Klein. But I’ll defend his right to spray itAustralia· 2025-09-27
Tapine said he couldn’t comprehend referee Ashley Klein’s decision to sin-bin Young for 'celebrating a good play'.
Reece Walsh inspires Brisbane Broncos epic win over Raiders after headbutt and sin-binningAustralia· 2025-09-14
Referee Ashley Klein appeared to miss a crucial knock on during the match.
Warriors v Dolphins result: Last-gasp try condemns Andrew Webster’s side to second-straight defeat
New Zealand· 2025-08-01
Unfortunately, all eyes will be on Ashley Klein after the Blues were pinged with an 8-0 first-half penalty count in Origin II.
Andrew Johns explains why NSW should win series deciderAustralia· 2025-07-08
Ashley Klein was the referee during the match where the incident occurred.
Reuben Cotter and Jarome LuaiAustralia· 2025-06-19
Ashley Klein's refereeing performance is questioned for potentially disadvantaging the Blues.
Did Ashley Klein’s refereeing performance unfairly disadvantage the Blues?Australia· 2025-06-19
Ashley Klein was the referee during the game in Perth.
Perth media barred league from the mainstream. State of Origin knocked the door downAustralia· 2025-06-19
Daley said he had no issues with referee Ashley Klein.
What NSW Blues must do to improve in PerthAustralia· 2025-05-29
Ashley Klein has overseen the past three Origin series.
Photo shows Queensland Maroons captain Daly Cherry-Evans and game one referee Ashley Klein sharing a laughAustralia· 2025-05-24
Ashley Klein is the video referee who over-ruled a decision made by referee Sharpe.
Why referees are in a no-win situation with high-tackle crackdownAustralia· 2025-04-28
Frustration increased as various Storm infringements were subsequently ignored by referee Ashley Klein.
Warriors v Storm: Losing streak against Storm extends to 17 in costly defeatNew Zealand· 2025-04-13
Ashley Klein was adamant he was in the best position to rule on Moses Leota’s knock-on.
NRL admits four players should have been sin binned for high contactAustralia· 2025-03-31
