LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
'Fair dinkum effort mate': Christian Welch hits major milestone amid injuries, loss of captaincy and bench move
He's battled through injuries, lost the captaincy, and found himself on the bench.
But Christian Welch's selfless attitude has never wavered as he reaches a significant milestone.
As Cameron Munster captures the spotlight ahead of his milestone game against the Titans, Welch, his great mate, will achieve an equally important feat on the Gold Coast as he notches up his 150th NRL game.
Despite facing three major injuries that took a toll on the Storm star, Welch's determination shines through.
At 29 years old, Welch is slightly older than his former roommate Munster, who hits game 200 this weekend.
However, Welch's journey has been marked by adversity, including two serious knee injuries and an achilles tear that robbed him of precious moments, like the 2017 premiership win.
Reflecting on his milestone, Welch expressed pride in his achievement and gratitude towards his family for their unwavering support through the ups and downs of his career.
While Welch may not have the flashy plays that Munster is known for, the Storm five-eighth acknowledges the hard work and resilience that his close friend has shown to reach this point.
Despite facing three season-ending injuries, Welch's determination to bounce back and perform at a high level has impressed Munster and his teammates, who commend his dedication and perseverance in the face of adversity.