Jack Wighton has informed NSW coach Brad Fittler he has retired from representative football, just six weeks out from the first game of the State of Origin series.
Off-contract Canberra Raiders superstar Jack Wighton has informed NSW Rugby League he has made himself ineligible for this year’s State of Origin series.can reveal Wighton phoned NSW Blues coach Brad Fittler to inform him of his retirement from representative football, just six weeks out from the opening game of the series in Adelaide.
“He’s an Origin player. He’s been a great player not only for NSW, but for Australia and the Indigenous All Stars. It’s disappointing he won’t be able to be part of this series.” Wighton is also weighing up his NRL future beyond 2023, having knocked back a Raiders contract option in his favour for next season. Canberra have since lodged with head office an upgraded, four-year offer worth more than $4 million in total.The Dolphins have emerged as the Raiders’ biggest rivals for his services, with his wife’s family ties in Queensland among the factors being considered.
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