LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
Bulldogs young gun, Karl Oloapu, has received the green light to return to the NRL after missing the entire 2024 season due to career-threatening spinal surgery.
The 19-year-old battled through pain during the 2023 season before undergoing neck surgery.
It was revealed that Oloapu had a medical condition from birth that caused damage to his spinal cord every time he moved his neck.
Dubbed as the Bulldogs' rising star, Oloapu's injury appeared to jeopardize his promising career, with talks of potential early retirement circling.
However, reports from Zero Tackle suggest that he has been given the all-clear to resume training and aims to make his NRL comeback in the upcoming 2025 season.
Fans and teammates alike are thrilled by the news, with one teammate expressing, "I'm so happy for him.
It's been a tough road, but he's shown true grit and determination to get back on the field.
He's a true inspiration to us all."
With his return on the horizon, Oloapu will undoubtedly be eager to make his mark and showcase his talent once again on the Rugby League stage.