Nathan Cleary believes he is edging closer to being back to his best after the Penrith star avoided an NRL ban for his old-school Cumberland throw on Billy Walters.
An immediately apologetic Cleary was only charged with grade-one dangerous contact on Walters.
It means the Panthers halfback will be free to face Canberra on Sunday week, with Penrith gunning for a stunning 21st straight win at home.
