Mikaele Ravalawa departs Castleford Tigers after one season

Castleford Tigers have confirmed the departure of former St George Dragons winger Mikaele Ravalawa, ending his contract one year early. Ravalawa struggled with injuries throughout the 2026 season, playing just 13 games and scoring five tries. Having joined the Tigers after a stint in the NRL, he had high expectations but was unable to maintain consistent performance. It remains unclear if Ravalawa will return to Australia to continue his professional career, though he would be a valuable addition for many NRL clubs. Alongside Ravalawa, Aiden Doolan has also left Castleford after limited appearances this season.

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