Wests Tigers winger Luke Laulilii is joining the One New Zealand Warriors on a short-term contract for the rest of the 2026 NRL season.
The 20-year-old is moving to Auckland before he links with expansion club the Perth Bears on a two-year contract from next season.
Since his debut in 2024, Laulilii has scored 10 tries in 17 NRL games for the Tigers including six tries in eight matches this season.
“Luke is a great addition to our squad for the rest of the season,” said One New Zealand Warriors general manager recruitment, pathways and development Andrew McFadden.
“He’ll provide plenty of value and boost our depth in the outside backs.”
In his eight first-grade outings this season Laulilii has averaged 175 metres a game while making a total of 28 tackle breaks.
He was one of the Wests Tigers’ most impressive performers when they beat the Warriors at Go Media Stadium in round five with 166 metres from 19 runs, a line break, a try assist and six tackle breaks.
Profiile | Luke Laulilii |
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| Born: June 13, 2006 Birthplace: Campbelltown, NSW Junior club: Liverpool Catholic (Sydney, NSW) Position: Wing Height: 175cm Weight: 90kg NRL debut: Wests Tigers v Canberra Raiders, Campbelltown Sports Stadium, Sydney, June 23, 2024 (Rd 16) NRL career: Wests Tigers (2024-2026) Appearances: 3 Points: 40 (10 tries) New South Wales Cup career: Western Suburbs Magpies (2024-2026) Appearances: 22 (2024-2026) Points: 38 (9 tries, 1 goal) |
