Cameron Munster urges Mark Nawaqanitawase to reconsider rugby future
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 5:09 AM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Melbourne Storm five-eighth Cameron Munster made a passionate appeal for Sydney Roosters winger Mark Nawaqanitawase to reconsider his upcoming move to Japanese rugby. Speaking after the Roosters' preliminary final victory over the Dolphins, Munster highlighted Nawaqanitawase’s exceptional form, including a standout finals performance with 329 running meters and key contributions to his team's scoring. Nawaqanitawase is expected to depart for Japan after the Grand Final, limiting his potential availability for the national team at the World Cup. The Roosters, currently preparing for the Grand Final, will face the winner of the upcoming match between Newcastle and Penrith.
- •Munster appeals for Nawaqanitawase to stay in rugby league
- •Nawaqanitawase has a two-year deal with Saitama Wild Knights
- •He ran 329 meters in the recent finals match
- •Roosters defeated Dolphins 36-20 in preliminary final
- •Grand Final set following upcoming match between Newcastle and Penrith
- 5:09 AMZero Tackle NRL — Munster delivers last-ditch plea on Nawaqanitawase’s rugby league future
"The Storm five-eighth stated Kangaroos coach Kevin Walters will be hearing from him after some scintillating form.
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