PNG continue stunning recruitment spree with Lomax reveal
Rugby league star Zac Lomax has officially signed with the PNG Chiefs, a new team set to join the NRL in 2028. This move follows a turbulent year for Lomax, who previously explored options in the R360 competition and Super Rugby.
Why it matters
The recruitment of high-profile players like Lomax signals a significant expansion and investment in the future of the NRL in Papua New Guinea.
shares Share article Zac Lomax has put pen to paper on a deal that will see him return to the NRL, with the former NSW star unveiled as the PNG Chiefs ′ fifth signing.
The announcement comes just days after Lomax was spotted on a flight to PNG where he met with the club’s general manager of football Michael Chammas.
Zac Lomax is unveiled as Chief No.5 Instagram/@png_chiefs_official
A video of Lomax announcing his arrival to a host of PNG fans at Santos National Football Stadium was published to the team’s social media on Sunday.
“PNG, thank you very much guys. I just want to say, thank you so much everyone. It’s an absolute privilege,” Lomax said.
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