LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
Jared Waerea-Hargreaves, a former Sydney Roosters club legend and Hull Kingston Rovers front-rower, has announced that 2025 will be his final season in rugby league.
The New Zealand representative prop, with 33 Tests under his belt, spent 16 seasons in the NRL, most notably with the Sydney Roosters where he amassed 316 first-grade appearances and won three premierships.
He moved to the Super League last season but has now confirmed his retirement from the sport.
Waerea-Hargreaves expressed his gratitude for the game of rugby league as he announced his decision, stating, "As I reflect on my journey and 18 seasons in Rugby League, I have so much gratitude for the game itself." Throughout his career, he has achieved remarkable success, winning multiple premierships and accolades.
He is the most-capped player in Roosters' history and has also claimed three World Club Challenge titles and four Minor Premierships.
Despite transitioning to the Hull Kingston Rovers, Waerea-Hargreaves remained a player to watch as he aimed to end his career on a high note with another championship.
His announcement marks the end of an era for one of the greatest forwards to have worn the Kiwis and Sydney Roosters jersey.
Fans and fellow players alike will undoubtedly miss his presence on the field, as he leaves a lasting legacy in the world of rugby league.
As Waerea-Hargreaves prepares to hang up his boots, he reflects on the impact that rugby league has had on his life and expresses his gratitude for the experiences and opportunities it has provided.
His upcoming final season in 2025 will surely be filled with memorable moments and a sense of closure as he concludes his impressive career in the sport he loves.