‘World War 10’: Benji Marshall reveals reason for Luai move, slams ‘absolutely bulls***’ claim
Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall has publicly denied rumors of a fractured relationship with star player Jarome Luai following the announcement of Luai's early departure. Marshall criticized media speculation regarding the nature of the player's exit.
Why it matters
High-profile sports personnel changes often generate significant media speculation that can impact team morale and public perception.
NRL NRL-PREMIERSHIP ‘World War 10’: Benji Marshall reveals reason for Luai move, slams ‘absolutely bulls***’ claim Benji goes nuclear on media over rumours | 10:18 Andrew Jackson from Fox Sports July 14th, 2026 2:08 pm Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall has teed off at “absolutely bulls***” and “made-up” suggestions that his relationship with star-five eighth Jarome Luai has “fractured”.
Marshall fronted media for the first time since the club confirmed last Saturday that Luai would be departing the club at the end of the season .
Luai was already set to leave the Tigers in 2028 to link up with the PNG Chiefs as their marquee signing, but will now part ways a year early with the Parramatta Eels his most likely landing spot for 2027 at this stage.
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