Cody Walker leaves NRL finals match with suspected calf injury

South Sydney five-eighth Cody Walker exited the field during the first half of the Rabbitohs NRL finals clash against the Knights. The injury occurred during a non-contact play, forcing Walker to leave the game in distress. South Sydney trainers initially diagnosed a calf injury, ruling the playmaker out for the remainder of the match. Jamie Humphreys replaced Walker in the lineup for the rest of the contest. The Rabbitohs entered halftime trailing the Knights 10-6, following a first-half try from Campbell Graham. Walker, who is off contract at the end of the current season, left the field emotional as his future at South Sydney remains uncertain. Retirement is considered an option for the veteran player following this early exit.

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