Latrell Mitchell [Source: Fox Sports]

South Sydney star Latrell Mitchell is facing a four-match ban unless he is successful in having his grade-two dangerous contact charge for a hit on David Nofoaluma downgraded at the judiciary tonight.

He could have entered an early plea and missed three games. If successful in seeking a downgrade, he will miss one match.

The Rabbitohs fullback has accepted two $1600 fines for two incidents involving Tigers back-rower Luke Garner, which led to him being handed grade-one dangerous contact.

Meanwhile, round seven of the NRL kicks off on Thursday with Viliame Kikau’s Panthers hosting the Knights at 9:50pm.