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    League forward Eli Katoa's been ruled out of the next NRL season due to medical advice

    League forward Eli Katoa's been ruled out of the next NRL season due to medical advice

    - article from www.rugbyleague.co.nz

    The 26-year-old's out of hospital after suffering a series of head knocks playing for Tonga in the Pacific Championships.

    Melbourne Storm boss Justin Rodski says Katoa's improving each day and looking forward to rehabilitating from home.

    His focus is on establishing full health before considering a return to training.

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    © 2025 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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