Ethan Strange is out for Canberra's NRL semifinal against Cronulla, replaced by Simi Sasagi.
Ethan Strange has been ruled out of Canberra's NRL semifinal against Cronulla, a significant setback for the minor premiers as they aim to avoid a disappointing straight-sets exit.
Strange, who has been having a breakout season, fell ill overnight and will be replaced by utility Simi Sasagi in the halves.
Though Sasagi has had a successful year himself, this will be his first start in the halves at the first-grade level, despite some experience in NSW Cup matches.