Mark Nawaqanitawase, a breakout star for the Wallabies, has signed a deal with the Sydney Roosters in the National Rugby League, causing disappointment for Rugby Australia. The move will see Nawaqanitawase joining the Roosters in 2025, marking a significant loss for Australian rugby union. European rugby is also set to return with the Champions and Challenge Cups this weekend, with strong teams gearing up for exciting matchups.
Can’t wait for European Rugby this weekend - the pinnacle of the domestic game. And for the most part, teams have fielded very strong sides & there’s some unbelievable matchups. Hoping that Twitter will be flooded with highlights from games this weekend! #InvestecChampionsCup
Wallabies star Mark Nawaqanitawase switches code to join Sydney Roosters https://t.co/OCKV7meS49
A massive loss for Australia and Rugby Union as a whole. Mark Nawaqanitawase, breakout Wallabies star, has signed with the Sydney Roosters in the National Rugby League. https://t.co/WKUKPQOQgC
🇦🇺 What rugby league fans can expect from Wallabies and Waratahs wing Mark Nawaqanitawase when he joins the Sydney Roosters in 2025. https://t.co/nZBIec6i15
🗣️ "We’re delighted to have secured Mark’s services and look forward to welcoming him to our club in 2025. We wish him all the best for a successful 2024 in rugby union." 🇦🇺 Blow for Australian rugby as Mark Nawaqanitawase signs with Sydney Roosters. https://t.co/sgvbaJFdnt
Mark Nawaqanitawase has announced he will jump codes and join rugby league powerhouse Sydney Roosters, with Rugby Australia voicing disappointment. https://t.co/ZlMUPZ35tp
Wallabies star Mark Nawaqanitawase defects to NRL in Roosters deal https://t.co/GmLmkZRD4d
The hits keep coming for Rugby Australia with Wallabies young gun Mark Nawaqanitawase signing with NRL club the Roosters. https://t.co/0jAcXdbSsl
With the Champions Cup kicking off this weekend who will be adding another star to their collection this year 👀 ✨ #rugby https://t.co/CH60jcd6ox
Mark Nawaqanitawase is reportedly on the brink of signing a stunning deal with Sydney Roosters. #Wallabies #NRL Read more below ⤵️ https://t.co/1CYhOsmQyR
With European rugby returning in the form of the Champions and Challenge Cups this weekend, the French have a message to their old rivals across the Channel; prioritise the sport and not the money, or you are doomed Read more here ⬇️ | ✍️ @willgkelleher https://t.co/24YUes4jWO
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