NRL Injury List 2026

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 2026 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
Brendan Piakura	Suspension	Round 8
Ezra Mam	Suspension	Round 10
Updated Friday, April 11, 2026

Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs Injury News

PLAYER	INJURY	EXPECTED RETURN
Matt Burton	Knee	Round 7
Viliame Kikau	Knee	Round 7
Sitili Tupouniua	Suspension	Round 7
Samuel Hughes	Ankle	Round 8
Enari Tuala	Foot	Round 8
Updated Friday, April 11, 2026

North Queensland Cowboys Injury News

PLAYER	INJURY	EXPECTED RETURN
Reuben Cotter	Illness	TBC
Tom Chester	ACL	2026 season
Helium Luki	ACL	2026 season
Updated Friday, April 11, 2026

Redcliffe Dolphins

PLAYER	INJURY	EXPECTED RETURN
Ray Stone	Suspension	Round 7
Thomas Flegler	Shoulder	Round 14
Trai Fuller	ACL	Indefinite
Updated Friday, April 11, 2026

St. George Illawarra Dragons Injury News

PLAYER	INJURY	EXPECTED RETURN
Emre Guler	Suspension	Round 8
Tom Eisenhuth	Concussion	TBC
Ryan Couchman	ACL	2026 Season
Updated Friday, April 11, 2026

Parramatta Eels Injury News

PLAYER	INJURY	EXPECTED RETURN
Bryce Cartwright	Ribs	Round 7
Mitchell Moses	Foot	Round 9
Joey Lussick	Thumb	Round 11
Jack Williams	Knee	Round 11
Zac Lomax	Foot	Round 12
Updated Friday, April 11, 2026

Newcastle Knights Injury News

PLAYER	INJURY	EXPECTED RETURN
Adam Elliott	Calf	TBC
Tyson Gamble	Back	TBC
Jack Hetherington	Shoulder	TBC
Dylan Lucas	Hamstring	TBC
Daniel Saifiti	Calf	TBC
James Schiller	Head Knock	TBC
Updated Friday, April 11, 2026

Penrith Panthers Injury News

PLAYER	INJURY	EXPECTED RETURN
Brian To'o	Hamstring	Round 9
Updated Friday, April 11, 2026

South Sydney Rabbitohs Injury News

PLAYER	INJURY	EXPECTED RETURN
Campbell Graham	Calf	Round 7
Cody Walker	Hamstring	Round 8
Jamie Humphreys	Hamstring	Round 10
Mikaele Ravalawa	Hamstring	Round 13
Alex Johnston	Ribs	TBC
Cameron Murray	Achilles	TBC
Updated Friday, April 11, 2026

Canberra Raiders Injury News

PLAYER	INJURY	EXPECTED RETURN
Zac Hosking	Hand	Round 7
Jordan Martin	Hand	TBC
Ethan Sanders	Facial Injury	TBC
Albert Hopoate	Knee	Next Season
Updated Friday, April 11, 2026

Sydney Roosters Injury News

PLAYER	INJURY	EXPECTED RETURN
Lindsay Collins	Knee	Round 12
Egan Butcher	Knee	TBC
Benaiah Ioelu	Leg	TBC
Tyler Moriarty	Ankle	TBC
Mark Nawaqanitawase	Calf	TBC
Fetalaiga Pauga	Back	TBC
Brandon Smith	Knee	TBC
De La Salle Va'a	TBC	TBC
Sam Walker	ACL	TBC
Updated Friday, April 11, 2026

Manly Sea Eagles Injury News

PLAYER	INJURY	EXPECTED RETURN
Lachlan Croker	Knee	Round 7
Tommy Talau	TBC	Round 7
Corey Waddell	Suspension	Round 8
Tom Trbojevic	Knee	Round 9
Taniela Paseka	Achilles	Round 25
Updated Friday, April 11, 2026

Cronulla Sharks Injury News

PLAYER	INJURY	EXPECTED RETURN
Kayal Iro	Hamstring	Round 9
Kade Dykes	Knee	TBC
Braden Hamlin-Uele	Knee	TBC
Liam Ison	ACL	2026 Season
Updated Friday, April 11, 2026

Melbourne Storm Injury News

PLAYER	INJURY	EXPECTED RETURN
Nelson Asofa-Solomona	Concussion	Round 7
Will Warbrick	Concussion	Round 7
Nick Meaney	Jaw	Round 9
Dean Ieremia	Achilles	TBC
Updated Friday, April 11, 2026

Gold Coast Titans Injury News

PLAYER	INJURY	EXPECTED RETURN
Tino Fa'asuamaleaui	Suspension	Round 7
Jojo Fifita	Thigh	Round 7
Alofiana Khan-Pereira	Hamstring	Round 7
Kieran Foran	Biceps	TBC
Keano Kini	Neck	TBC
Updated Friday, April 11, 2026

New Zealand Warriors Injury News

PLAYER	INJURY	EXPECTED RETURN
Tom Ale	Foot	Round 9
Dallin Watene-Zelezniak	Wrist	Round 10
Roger Tuivasa-Sheck	Hamstring	Round 11
Updated Friday, April 11, 2026

Wests Tigers Injury News

PLAYER	INJURY	EXPECTED RETURN
Brent Naden	Knee	Round 7
Latu Fainu	Thumb	TBC
Samuela Fainu	Leg	TBC
Updated Friday, April 11, 2026

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:

1. Muscle Strains & Tears – Hamstring, quadriceps, calf, and groin injuries occur due to sprinting, tackling, and sudden changes in direction.
2. Concussions & Head Injuries – High-speed collisions and tackles contribute to one of the highest concussion rates in contact sports.
3. Knee Ligament Injuries (ACL, MCL, Meniscus Tears) – Common due to rapid changes in direction, tackles, and knee hyperextension.
4. Shoulder Dislocations & AC Joint Injuries – Heavy tackling often leads to shoulder instability and separations.
5. Ankle Sprains & Fractures – Occur from twisting motions and impact with opponents or the ground.
6. Fractured Ribs – Common from tackles and direct blows to the torso.
7. Broken Nose & Facial Injuries – High-contact nature results in nasal fractures and facial cuts.
8. Lower limb injuries (knee & ankle) are more common in backs due to sprinting and stepping.
9. Upper body injuries (shoulders & concussions) occur more in forwards due to repeated tackles and collisions.
10. 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.