Josh Papalii's final season with the Canberra Raiders is confirmed; he's attracted interest from other teams due to his performance.
Josh Papalii, the prop for the Canberra Raiders, is entering his final season with the club, as confirmed by coach Ricky Stuart.
Previously, speculations suggested that 2025 would mark the end of Papalii's tenure in Raiders' colors.
Over a year ago, he acknowledged that continuing with the club into 2026 would pose a significant challenge. However, his remarkable performance attracted interest from other NRL teams and overseas clubs in England.
His impressive play led to a surprise recall by Billy Slater for a crucial final game in the Origin series, where Queensland managed a stunning comeback after losing the initial match at home.