Benji Marshall expressed surprise that Jarome Luai had taken a recent trip to Papua New Guinea. He lamented how the playmaker often gets portrayed unfairly as a villain in the media. While reflecting on Luai's time at Wests Tigers, Marshall stated he wished circumstances had unfolded differently but still considered Luai's two seasons at the club a success.
Fans have mixed opinions about Luai's impact as he gears up for his last game with the Tigers, set for Sunday against Penrith. Following this match, Luai will transition to Parramatta for the upcoming season and is slated to join the PNG Chiefs in 2028.
Luai's announcement as the Chiefs' marquee signing in late April marked the beginning of a troubling period for the Tigers. The team experienced a dramatic decline, suffering 13 losses in their next 16 games. That losing streak is expected to extend to 14 out of 17 with Sunday's matchup against Penrith, who are heavy favorites at CommBank Stadium.