Cleary KOs dad again

PENRITH star Nathan Cleary has made a triumphant NRL return from injury after helping steer the Panthers to a 16-2 win over the Wests Tigers last night.

Cleary had missed the past seven matches with a knee issue but set up a first-half try and broke three tackles in a strong performance against his dad’s Tigers side.

He has now won both contests against father Ivan in the NRL but, more importantly, his effort at Panthers Stadium last night took him a step closer towards a possible NSW debut two weeks before teams for Origin I are selected.