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Tigers teen prodigy Makasini open to rugby return after 2027

The Wests Tigers are prioritizing contract negotiations to retain 18-year-old Heamasi Makasini, who is open to returning to rugby union during his career, coach Benji Marshall said.

Summary by Sydney Morning Herald
Heamasi Makasini has no regrets about his decision to choose league over union. However, he’ll have to make another choice between the rival codes soon.

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Wests Tigers desperate to keep Jonah Lomu-like teen star

Heamasi Makasini has shown off his talent in both rugby codes, but Wests Tigers are hopeful they will keep the 18-year-old at the club once his contract expires.

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Like Lomu: Tigers will do what it takes to keep teen

Benji Marshall says it's crazy how much Heamasi Makasini's highlights look like Jonah Lomu at the 1995 World...

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Tigers teen prodigy Makasini open to rugby return after 2027

Heamasi Makasini has no regrets about his decision to choose league over union. However, he’ll have to make another choice between the rival codes soon.

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Lomu-like: Benji sees Makasini comparisons

Benji Marshall has declared Wests Tigers will do everything possible to keep teenage star Heamasi Makasini, after the rookie admitted an interest in returning to rugby.

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Sydney Morning Herald broke the news in Sydney, Australia on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
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