LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
In a twist of fate, Sharks rookie Kade Dykes finds himself circling the Sharks spine as he sets his sights on a long-awaited NRL return.
It's been a grueling journey for Dykes, who had stars align with a #554 tattoo on his wrist, only to have his dreams shattered by an ACL rupture.
Little did he know that those three digits would represent the number of agonizing days he would have to wait to don the NRL jersey again.
But Dykes is not one to be deterred easily, and as he prepares for Cronulla's opening Pre-season Challenge match, he aims to keep the entire backline guessing with his versatile skills.
Capable of slotting in at fullback, centre, or in the halves, Dykes' versatility has become his strongest weapon in his quest for a triumphant return to the field.
With the departure of Lachie Miller to Newcastle, the stage is set for Dykes to make his mark in the 2023 season.
The anticipation is tangible, and the Sharks faithful can't wait to see this rising star in action once again.