Matty Johns hospitalized due to severe pain during Grand Final week

Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 4:27 AM

Last updated Oct 4, 2026

Matty Johns hospitalized due to severe pain during Grand Final week
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Matty Johns was rushed to the hospital earlier this week after experiencing severe pain in his ribs. Initially fearing a heart attack, it was later diagnosed as nerve issues related to his spine and sternum. Johns described the intense pain and muscle spasms that led to the ambulance call. He has since recovered and will continue to support the Newcastle Knights as they prepare for their Grand Final against the Sydney Roosters this Sunday.

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  • •Matty Johns faced a medical emergency due to excruciating pain.
  • •He experienced muscle spasms and elevated heart rate before hospitalization.
  • •The diagnosis confirmed nerve issues, not a heart attack.
  • •Johns is recovering and will support the Knights in the Grand Final this weekend.
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The former Knights star was rushed to hospital after being left in excruciating pain.

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