'He looks good in black': Surprise arrival of Wayde Egan in Kiwis camp
Warriors hooker Wayde Egan was spotted training with the New Zealand Kiwis rugby league team, sparking rumors of a potential call-up. Despite his presence, officials stated he is not part of the official squad, while Egan simultaneously extended his contract with the Warriors.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the intersection of international sports eligibility rules and club-level contract negotiations.
<p>In a surprise move, Warriors player and 2026 NRL hooker of the year Wayde Egan has been spotted training with the Kiwis team.</p> <p>Footage posted to social media showed the 29-year-old Australian in Kiwis colours at training on Thursday.</p> <p>Warriors teammate and Kiwis fullback Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad seemed taken aback to be asked about Egan's presence at a media call.</p> <p>"Oh, I didn't know everyone knew that he was in camp," Nicoll-Klokstad said. "[We] have to keep everything under the hush."
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