Talakai turns it on
Siosifa Talakai goes bang bang scoring a quickfire double for the Sharks
www.nrl.comHere’s the latest I could confirm about Siosifa Talakai:
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A prominent Sharks forward/two-way back for Cronulla, Talakai has been the subject of contract-related chatter in 2025, including reports that he could be moved due to salary-cap considerations. The Sharks and Talakai both signaled ongoing expectations of him remaining with the club through the 2025 season. This situation was described as a “bombshell” contract news moment by outlets covering Cronulla’s squad status at that time.[1]
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In 2024–2025 coverage, Talakai continued to feature as a key contributor for Cronulla, including a season where he transitioned to more forward roles due to injuries in the backline, while still appearing in substantial game time and contributing across starting and interchange duties.[2][4][10]
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For broader context, Talakai has a history of versatility—playing centre, second-row, and forward roles across several seasons—and has been a regular representative figure for Tonga and in the NRL with Cronulla.[8][2]
If you’d like, I can pull the most current articles from reputable outlets and summarize any recent developments, including contract status, team changes, or injuries. I can also provide a quick timeline of Talakai’s career highlights and major off-field news.
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