The NRL player injuries can be difficult to keep track of with so many sites delaying their information or not updating player information to their full extent. This page was created for you to ensure that the 2025 NRL injury list information for all teams is accessible in one location by combining all relevant updates into one spot (Think of it as the NRL Casualty ward… but better).
NRL Injuries This Week (Updated)
Brisbane Broncos Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Jordan Riki | Suspension | Round 7 |
| Ezra Mam | Suspension | Round 10 |
| Blake Mozer | Shoulder | TBC |
| Updated Thursday, April 3, 2025 | | |
Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Jacob Kiraz | Hip | Round 6 |
| Matt Burton | Knee | Round 7 |
| Viliame Kikau | Knee | Round 7 |
| Sitili Tupouniua | Suspension | Round 7 |
| Enari Tuala | Foot | Round 8 |
| Updated Thursday, April 3, 2025 | | |
North Queensland Cowboys Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Braidon Burns | Hamstring | Round 6 |
| Tom Chester | ACL | 2026 season |
| Helium Luki | ACL | 2026 season |
| Updated Thursday, April 3, 2025 | | |
Redcliffe Dolphins
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Connelly Lemuelu | Facial Injury | Round 5 |
| Tom Gilbert | Suspension | Round 6 |
| Thomas Flegler | Shoulder | Round 14 |
| Trai Fuller | ACL | Indefinite |
| Updated Thursday, April 3, 2025 | | |
St. George Illawarra Dragons Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Emre Guler | Suspension | Round 8 |
| Ryan Couchman | ACL | 2026 Season |
| Updated Thursday, April 3, 2025 | | |
Parramatta Eels Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Matt Doorey | Hip | Round 6 |
| Haze Dunster | Hamstring | Round 6 |
| Bryce Cartwright | Ribs | Round 7 |
| Mitchell Moses | Foot | Round 7 |
| Joey Lussick | Thumb | Round 11 |
| Jack Williams | Knee | Round 11 |
| Updated Thursday, April 3, 2025 | | |
Newcastle Knights Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Leo Thompson | Knee | Round 5 |
| Kai Pearce-Paul | Suspension | Round 6 |
| Tyson Gamble | Back | TBC |
| Dylan Lucas | Hamstring | TBC |
| Updated Thursday, April 3, 2025 | | |
Penrith Panthers Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Nathan Cleary | Concussion | Round 5 |
| Dylan Edwards | Groin | Round 5 |
| Scott Sorensen | Head Knock | Round 6 |
| Brian To'o | Hamstring | Round 9 |
| Updated Thursday, April 3, 2025 | | |
South Sydney Rabbitohs Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Latrell Mitchell | Hamstring | Round 5 |
| Euan Aitkin | Pectoral | Round 6 |
| Tyrone Munro | Collarbone | Round 6 |
| Campbell Graham | Calf | Round 7 |
| Alex Johnston | Ribs | TBC |
| Cameron Murray | Achilles | TBC |
| Updated Thursday, April 3, 2025 | | |
Canberra Raiders Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Morgan Smithies | Concussion | Round 5 |
| Zac Hosking | Hand | Round 7 |
| Jordan Martin | Hand | TBC |
| Ethan Sanders | Facial Injury | TBC |
| Albert Hopoate | Knee | Next Season |
| Updated Thursday, April 3, 2025 | | |
Sydney Roosters Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Salesi Foketi | Suspension | Round 5 |
| Connor Watson | Concussion | Round 5 |
| Victor Radley | Cheekbone | Round 6 |
| Egan Butcher | Knee | TBC |
| Benaiah Ioelu | Leg | TBC |
| Tyler Moriarty | Ankle | TBC |
| Fetalaiga Pauga | Back | TBC |
| Brandon Smith | Knee | TBC |
| De La Salle Va'a | TBC | TBC |
| Sam Walker | ACL | TBC |
| Updated Thursday, April 3, 2025 | | |
Manly Sea Eagles Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Lachlan Croker | Knee | Round 5 |
| Josh Aloiai | Shoulder | Round 6 |
| Tom Trbojevic | Knee | Round 9 |
| Taniela Paseka | Achilles | Round 25 |
| Updated Thursday, April 3, 2025 | | |
Cronulla Sharks Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Thomas Hazelton | Back | Round 5 |
| Teig Wilton | Illness | Round 6 |
| Kayal Iro | Hamstring | Round 9 |
| Kade Dykes | Knee | TBC |
| Braden Hamlin-Uele | Knee | TBC |
| Siosifa Talakai | Concussion | TBC |
| Liam Ison | ACL | 2026 Season |
| Updated Thursday, April 3, 2025 | | |
Melbourne Storm Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Nelson Asofa-Solomona | Concussion | Round 6 |
| Jahrome Hughes | Hand | Round 6 |
| Nick Meaney | Jaw | Round 9 |
| Dean Ieremia | Achilles | TBC |
| Updated Thursday, April 3, 2025 | | |
Gold Coast Titans Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Jaimin Jolliffe | Calf | Round 5 |
| Sam Verrills | Hip | Round 6 |
| Kieran Foran | Biceps | TBC |
| Alofiana Khan-Pereira | Hamstring | TBC |
| Keano Kini | Neck | TBC |
| Updated Thursday, April 3, 2025 | | |
New Zealand Warriors Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Rocco Berry | Hamstring | Round 6 |
| Tom Ale | Foot | Round 9 |
| Dallin Watene-Zelezniak | Wrist | Round 10 |
| Roger Tuivasa-Sheck | Hamstring | Round 11 |
| Updated Thursday, April 3, 2025 | | |
Wests Tigers Injury News
| PLAYER | INJURY | EXPECTED RETURN |
| Jeral Skelton | Hamstring | Round 5 |
| Jarome Luai | Suspension | Round 6 |
| Brent Naden | Knee | Round 7 |
| Updated Thursday, April 3, 2025 | | |
NRL Injury FAQs
What is the most common injury in Rugby League?
The most common injury in rugby league is a muscle strain or tear, particularly affecting the hamstrings, quadriceps, and calf muscles. Due to the high-impact nature of the sport, other frequent injuries include concussions, ligament tears (ACL/MCL), and shoulder dislocations.
Most Common Rugby League Injuries:
- Muscle Strains & Tears – Hamstring, quadriceps, calf, and groin injuries occur due to sprinting, tackling, and sudden changes in direction.
- Concussions & Head Injuries – High-speed collisions and tackles contribute to one of the highest concussion rates in contact sports.
- Knee Ligament Injuries (ACL, MCL, Meniscus Tears) – Common due to rapid changes in direction, tackles, and knee hyperextension.
- Shoulder Dislocations & AC Joint Injuries – Heavy tackling often leads to shoulder instability and separations.
- Ankle Sprains & Fractures – Occur from twisting motions and impact with opponents or the ground.
- Fractured Ribs – Common from tackles and direct blows to the torso.
- Broken Nose & Facial Injuries – High-contact nature results in nasal fractures and facial cuts.
- Lower limb injuries (knee & ankle) are more common in backs due to sprinting and stepping.
- Upper body injuries (shoulders & concussions) occur more in forwards due to repeated tackles and collisions.
- Overuse injuries (e.g., tendinitis, stress fractures) can develop from intense training loads.
Why are there so many injuries in the NRL?
The high injury rate in the NRL (National Rugby League) is due to the sport’s high-impact nature, intense physicality, lack of safety equipment, and demanding schedule. Rugby league involves frequent collisions, rapid direction changes, and extreme physical exertion, increasing the risk of injuries.
Who gets injured the most in NRL?
In rugby, hookers and flankers suffer the most injuries due to their high-contact roles, frequent tackles, and scrummaging responsibilities. These positions experience consistent physical impact, leading to a higher risk of injuries, particularly to the head, shoulders, and knees.
