Isaiya Katoa suffers ankle injury ahead of Tonga's World Cup campaign
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 4:28 AM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026
Isaiya Katoa is facing uncertainty after sustaining an ankle injury during the Dolphins' preliminary final against the Roosters. The 22-year-old halfback showed significant discomfort, requiring assistance as he walked post-match. Katoa is scheduled for scans to determine the severity, with a potential syndesmosis injury posing a risk to his participation in Tonga's upcoming World Cup, which starts mid-October. Dolphins coach Kristian Woolf noted Katoa's struggle during the game but praised his determination to play through the pain.
- •Katoa injured his ankle during the preliminary final against the Roosters.
- •He was seen in a moon boot and needed assistance post-match.
- •Scans are scheduled to assess the injury's severity.
- •Tonga's World Cup campaign begins on October 17 against England.
- •Katoa expressed hope for a quick recovery to play in the tournament.
- 4:28 AMZero Tackle NRL — Tonga dealt critical World Cup blow as star faces nervous wait after injury
"One of the countries most talented players now has a injury cloud looming.
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