Josh Papali'i is ready to tackle his 14th season in the NRL with renewed energy after a well-deserved break from representative football.
The Canberra Raiders powerhouse, also known as the "Big Papa", had been an integral part of the Australian Kangaroos and Queensland Maroons for over a decade.
However, without the weight of those responsibilities, Papali'i now feels as nimble as a gazelle on the field.
His return to Raiders training has injected a new sense of vigor into the team, much like a spark igniting a fire.