LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
Cameron Munster's recent injury scare had fans sweating bullets as the Melbourne Storm's chances at premiership glory seemed to hang in the balance.
The star player was on the brink of calling it quits for the 2024 season due to a troublesome groin and hip issue, but a trip to Fiji provided the spark he needed to refocus and push through the pain.
With the finals series kicking off this weekend against Cronulla, Munster has declared himself fit and raring to go, determined to lead his team to victory.
As a seasoned player with two premiership wins under his belt, alongside Rugby League royalty like Cameron Smith, Billy Slater, and Cooper Cronk, Munster is now embracing his role as the "old man" guiding a new generation of champions.
Despite the setback of missing 10 weeks of action, including the State of Origin series for Queensland, Munster sees a silver lining in being rested and ready for the grueling games ahead.
The 29-year-old, who just welcomed his third child into the world, knows that post-season surgery awaits to address his lingering injuries, but he remains focused on the task at hand.
Reflecting on his near miss with surgery, Munster admitted his frustrations but ultimately credits the forced break for helping him prepare for the biggest challenges of the year.
With the playoffs looming, the Storm faithful can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that their talisman is back in the fold, ready to fight for Rugby League glory once more.