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Dolphins Secure Forward Connelly Lemuelu Long-Term
17 Dec
Summary
- Connelly Lemuelu re-signs with the Dolphins for an additional year.
- Lemuelu's contract extension keeps him at the club until the end of 2027.
- He has scored a career-best nine tries in the 2025 season.
The Dolphins have extended the contract of forward Connelly Lemuelu for an additional year, ensuring his commitment until the end of the 2027 NRL season. Lemuelu, a foundational player since the club's 2023 inception, has significantly improved his performances annually.
Chief executive Terry Reader highlighted Lemuelu's importance, noting his dangerous edge play and 85 NRL games of experience. Lemuelu famously scored the try that gave the Dolphins their first lead in their inaugural win. He has since become a consistent performer, contributing significantly to the team's attacking edge.
In the 2025 season, Lemuelu achieved a career-high nine tries, solidifying his role as a strike option. His extension adds stability to the forward pack and supports the Dolphins' ambitions to reach the finals in the upcoming seasons, building on the development of core players.
