ARL Commissioner blocks Israel Folau's return to NRL with Wests Tigers
Israel Folau's attempt to return to the NRL with Wests Tigers was thwarted by ARL Commissioner Wayne Pearce. Folau, 37, claimed he had received clearance for a short-term deal before Pearce's intervention citing concerns over inclusiveness and potential backlash. The Tigers have since decided not to pursue the signing amid media pressure.
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Published 18 Jun 2026, 06:35 UTC · Updated 18 Jun 2026, 06:40 UTC
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