LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
Wayne Bennett's criticism of South Sydney Rabbitohs halfback Lewis Dodd is well known. The coach, who returned to the club after its signing, had no influence over Dodd's recruitment.
In 2025, Dodd has struggled to secure a place in Bennett's team, as the coach consistently chooses other players over him for the halfback position.
This situation culminated in Bennett informing Dodd that he is free to leave the team, partly to alleviate the financial burden of his substantial salary.
Bennett acknowledged the missteps in the club's decisions, stating his disappointment with Dodd's performance. "We won't always get it right," he remarked to the Sydney Morning Herald.