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ABC News
an hour ago
- Sport
- ABC News
Melbourne Storm halfback Jahrome Hughes cleared for NRL finals return after avoiding surgery on shoulder
Melbourne Storm halfback Jahrome Hughes is expected to return to the field for the NRL finals now that scans on his left shoulder have revealed he does not need surgery. Hughes went down during Melbourne's 34-30 win over the Sydney Roosters on Thursday night, clutching his left arm after attempting to tackle Roosters captain James Tedesco. ABC Sport is live blogging every round of the AFL and NRL seasons in 2025. The club confirmed the 2024 Dally M winner had dislocated his left shoulder and was taken to hospital after medics were unable to put the shoulder back into place at the ground. However, the Storm has confirmed the star half does not need surgery and is anticipated to be fit for the finals, which begin on Thursday, September 11. "Scans conducted on Friday have confirmed that Hughes does not require surgery for the dislocation," the Storm said in a statement on Friday afternoon. "He will begin a rehab program with the aim of returning for the NRL finals." Penrith star halfback Nathan Cleary had a similar injury in round 24 last season, but was able to return and lead the Panthers to a fourth consecutive premiership win.
Yahoo
8 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
NRL world all says same thing about Storm after brutal Jahrome Hughes blow
Melbourne Storm fans watched on in horror on Thursday night as reigning Dally M medallist Jahrome Hughes left the field clutching at his shoulder, and supporters are not confident the team can win the NRL comp without the halfback. Hughes left the field early in the second half after diving to his left in an attempted tackle on James Tedesco. Hughes got up from the tackle, but was clutching at his shoulder and left the game immediately. Hughes went straight to the hospital where his shoulder was put back into place. And in good news for the Melbourne Storm, Hughes joined his teammates back in the hotel after his side's gutsy 34-30 win, which keeps their hopes of a minor premiership alive. Harry Grant put on a masterclass when Hughes went off injured and the Storm showed plenty of determination with Cameron Munster and Ryan Papenhuyzen also missing. Although coach Craig Bellamy said the outlook wasn't great for the halfback's recovery. "I don't think it's overly good news," he said after the win. "I think the longer they're out, it's a bigger problem ... it stretches the ligaments and muscles around the joint." Although the severity of Hughes' injury remains to be seen, with reporter Michael Carayannis claiming he should be back this year with the halfback delaying surgery. "Jahrome Hughes returned to the team hotel last night with his shoulder back in place," Carayannis said on SEN Radio on Friday morning. "The Storm are confident there is no structural damage to that shoulder, which indicates they may be able to nurse him through this backend of the year." Carayannis said there are questions around whether Hughes will be pushed to come back before returning and if his shoulder can last the rigours of finals footy. "It's a ticking tome some point, you would assume, he is going to need surgery to repair it," he added. "He might be able to play six games, he might be able to play six early indications are that the Storm have some hope Hughes will be back this year." Jahrome Hughes injury throws Storm's hopes in doubt Bellamy was quick to admit Hughes' injury was a major blow to the team with the New Zealand-born star set for a stint on the sideline. "Obviously no one wants to lose their halfback. He is a massive part of our footy team without a doubt," Bellamy said. "It'll take a bit. We probably won't recover completely, he was the Dally M player last year. However long he is out for, we're going to miss him." Fans were quick to claim Hughes is too important to the side and missing the Dally M halfback will see them drop behind Penrith, the Bulldogs and the Raiders in their quest to win the 2025 NRL premiership. The Melbourne Storm can't win the comp without Hughes... best player in the league.#NRL — The Mole (@9_Moley) July 24, 2025 No way he's back for finals. Zero chance. Warbrick, Hughes, Sua, ending for the Storm. — tR... (@ricey7470) July 24, 2025 I just can't see the Storm winning the comp without Hughes. He is the best player by far and really the only one they can't replace with someone that can half get the job done. Terrible news for them. He looked to be in terrible pain as well. Rotten stuff.#RugbyLeague #NRL — League Freak (@LeagueFreak) July 24, 2025 That's horrible seeing Hughes like that. He is by far the Storms most important player #NRLRoostersStorm — Matt (@Mattys123) July 24, 2025 Although some felt the Storm have the depth to stake their claim. Commentator Andrew Voss claimed Hughes' injury is a significant blow, but the depth of the spine with Grant, Papennhuyzen and Munster means they can still win the competition. And Carayannis agreed. "No Munster, no Papenhuyzen as well. I think they have got enough class to still win the competition, but it will be interesting to see who they put the sort of mix they do in the absence of Jahrome Hughes," Carayannis said. "But I am not going to write them off, despite the fact Jahrome Hughes may not play again." Carayannis was full of praise for Grant who stood up and showed why he is the best No.9 in the competition. He scored a try in the first 40, and carved the Roosters apart with two try assists when Hughes left the field. "We saw Harry Grant really change the game by himself last night. That was the best performance Harry Grant has had in about two seasons. That was a huge performance from him," Carayannis added.
7NEWS
20 hours ago
- Sport
- 7NEWS
Melbourne Storm's premiership hopes ‘thrown into complete chaos' after brutal Jahrome Hughes injury
Melbourne's premiership hopes have taken a seismic hit after Jahrome Hughes dislocated his shoulder against the Sydney Roosters at Allianz Stadium. Hughes left the field early in the second half clutching at his left shoulder, after attempting to make a tackle on James Tedesco. Storm medical staff confirmed the reigning Dally M medallist would be sent for scans. Hughes was hurt when he reached out to stop the Roosters fullback with his outstretched left arm, before landing on it. He appeared in immediate pain. 'Melbourne's entire season might have been thrown into complete chaos in the past couple of minutes,' Andrew Moore said in ABC commentary. Adding salt to the visitor's wound will be the fact the play was immediately called up for an obstruction, with Melbourne awarded a penalty. The third-placed Storm have a difficult run home, including another game against the Roosters, a clash with Penrith and Canterbury to go with two matches against Brisbane. Hughes had earlier set up one of Melbourne's first-half tries, grubber-kicking for Josh King before they went to the break trailing 18-16.
Sydney Morning Herald
a day ago
- Sport
- Sydney Morning Herald
NRL 2025 LIVE updates: Sandon Smith recalled as Roosters fight for top eight spot
Latest posts Latest posts 7.30pm King Ted for Dally M I declared it a while back, but who will deny Roosters fullback James Tedesco the Dally M? Early leader Luke Metcalf has gone down with a season-ending knee injury, while another contender, Melbourne fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen, continues to battle a calf injury. Can you think of anyone else in the race. That's right, I'll be waiting. In the press box. With no more food. Or water. 7.27pm No Victor Sydney Roosters enforcer Victor Radley told journalists at the Beer Footy and Food Festival launch at Henson Park he would be touch-and-go with his dodgy left shoulder – then he is not only not named, but ruled out the next month by coach Trent Robinson. If there is a silver lining with the extended time on the sidelines, it's the fact Radley can continue to work on his cognitive skills and 'work' his brai after a string of concussions. We asked the 'Enforcer' who had impressed him most this year at Easts, and he was quick to nominate Naufahu Whyte. Still on Henson Park, get down to the 'Ninth Wonder' on Saturday afternoon to watch the almighty Newtown Jets while enjoying good tucker and brew. 7.24pm Welcome to Allianz Howdy all. Welcome to the SMH blog. Who have we got tonight? The Roosters looked ready to steam over the top of Cronulla last week, then ran out of steam. They were out-muscled, and there were simply too many errors. The Storm lost at home against Manly, and now missing Nelson Asofa-Solomona (suspension), while Cameron Munster is in Queensland for his father's funeral on Friday. How many times do Melbourne drop two on the bounce? They need a win to keep their top-two hopes alive. The Chookies need a victory to keep their finals' dream alive.
The Age
a day ago
- Sport
- The Age
NRL 2025 LIVE updates: Sandon Smith recalled as Roosters fight for top eight spot
Latest posts Latest posts 7.30pm King Ted for Dally M I declared it a while back, but who will deny Roosters fullback James Tedesco the Dally M? Early leader Luke Metcalf has gone down with a season-ending knee injury, while another contender, Melbourne fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen, continues to battle a calf injury. Can you think of anyone else in the race. That's right, I'll be waiting. In the press box. With no more food. Or water. 7.27pm No Victor Sydney Roosters enforcer Victor Radley told journalists at the Beer Footy and Food Festival launch at Henson Park he would be touch-and-go with his dodgy left shoulder – then he is not only not named, but ruled out the next month by coach Trent Robinson. If there is a silver lining with the extended time on the sidelines, it's the fact Radley can continue to work on his cognitive skills and 'work' his brai after a string of concussions. We asked the 'Enforcer' who had impressed him most this year at Easts, and he was quick to nominate Naufahu Whyte. Still on Henson Park, get down to the 'Ninth Wonder' on Saturday afternoon to watch the almighty Newtown Jets while enjoying good tucker and brew. 7.24pm Welcome to Allianz Howdy all. Welcome to the SMH blog. Who have we got tonight? The Roosters looked ready to steam over the top of Cronulla last week, then ran out of steam. They were out-muscled, and there were simply too many errors. The Storm lost at home against Manly, and now missing Nelson Asofa-Solomona (suspension), while Cameron Munster is in Queensland for his father's funeral on Friday. How many times do Melbourne drop two on the bounce? They need a win to keep their top-two hopes alive. The Chookies need a victory to keep their finals' dream alive.
