LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
Manly Sea Eagles captain Daly Cherry-Evans has shocked fans by announcing that this would be his final season with the club, prompting speculation about his future in State of Origin.
After playing 333 NRL matches over 15 seasons, Cherry-Evans revealed on Nine's 100% Footy program that he is considering playing for another club in 2026.
The 36-year-old is taking his time to make a decision, but has stated that he will decide within the next month whether or not he will make himself available for the upcoming Origin series.
According to nrl.com.au, Cherry-Evans's comments have raised questions about his potential retirement from the representative arena.
Fans will have to wait for his final decision, which could have significant implications for the Maroons team if he chooses to bow out of Origin contention as well.
The upcoming Origin series is set to kick off in Brisbane on May 28, followed by games in Perth on June 18 and Sydney on July 9.
Cherry-Evans's announcement has left many wondering about the impact of his potential retirement on both the Sea Eagles and the Queensland Maroons.
With such an impressive NRL career behind him, his decision to move on from Manly and potentially from representative duties has stirred up speculation within the rugby league community.
As fans and stakeholders eagerly anticipate his final decision, Cherry-Evans has made it clear that he is carefully considering his future and will make an informed choice about his participation in the upcoming Origin series within the coming weeks.