Adam Elliot retires from NRL due to injury after 11 seasons
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 4:12 AM
Last updated Oct 30, 2026
Adam Elliot has announced his retirement from the NRL, confirmed by the South Sydney Rabbitohs. The 32-year-old forward's decision comes after a challenging season marred by an ankle injury that limited him to just seven games. Elliot played a total of 180 NRL games with the Rabbitohs and previous clubs including the Bulldogs, Raiders, and Knights. He expressed gratitude towards his clubs and supporters while looking forward to contributing off the field in the future. His partner, Millie Elliot, is also set to retire following the World Cup campaign.
- •Elliot retired after 11 NRL seasons due to an ankle injury.
- •He played 180 NRL games with several clubs, including the Rabbitohs.
- •Limited to seven games this season, Elliot underwent multiple surgeries.
- •He expressed gratitude to fans and clubs in his retirement statement.
- •Millie Elliot plans to retire after the upcoming World Cup.
- 4:12 AMZero Tackle NRL — Injury forces Rabbitohs forward into immediate retirement
"South Sydney confirmed the 32-year-old’s career is over after a difficult season spending significant time on the sidelines.
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