James Tedesco was at the center of controversy on Sunday night after escaping punishment for elbowing Sharks' winger Ronaldo Mulitalo.

The incident occurred at the end of the first half, with Tedesco racing across to try and stop Mulitalo from scoring.

What happened?

Tedesco's elbow made contact with Mulitalo's head, leaving him dazed and forcing him off for a head injury assessment.

The NSW Origin star was lucky to avoid a sin bin, with many fans and commentators questioning the decision.

The Roosters went on to win the game 27-8, with winger Mark Nawaqanitawase scoring two tries.

Why it matters for James Tedesco

The incident has sparked debate about player safety and the consistency of refereeing decisions in the NRL.

Tedesco's actions were deemed accidental, but the contact was still deemed dangerous.

The Roosters' win has seen them reclaim their spot in the top-four, with Tedesco playing a key role in the team's success.

What comes next?

The NRL will likely review the incident and may take further action against Tedesco.

The Roosters will look to build on their win as they head into their next game.

Tedesco will be hoping to put the controversy behind him and focus on his game.

The Sharks, on the other hand, will be looking to bounce back from their loss and regain their momentum.

As of Sunday night, the Roosters are sitting in fourth place on the ladder, with 12 points from 7 games.

Tedesco has been in strong form this season, with 5 tries and 10 try assists to his name.

The Roosters' next game is scheduled for Saturday, with Tedesco expected to play a key role.