LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Jarome Luai finds himself at the heart of a remarkable prediction surrounding the Wests Tigers, with seasoned NRL commentator Andrew Voss boldly claiming that the new recruit could go down in history as the "best signing in the history of the club".
Meanwhile, fellow commentator Matt Russell is backing former Tiger and Storm recruit Stefano Utoikamanu to lead the grand final runners-up to premiership glory in 2025.
Luai, the marquee signing for the Tigers, has arrived amidst high expectations and hopes for a turnaround for the team, who have endured three consecutive wooden spoons.
Alongside other notable acquisitions like Terrell May, Royce Hunt, Jack Bird, and Jeral Skelton, Luai is seen as the beacon of hope for the long-suffering Tigers supporters.
With four premiership wins under his belt, the pressure on Luai to deliver is immense.
Benji Marshall, the Tigers' veteran player-coach, has already expressed the importance of Luai by appointing him as co-captain alongside Api Koroisau.
In an interview with foxsports.com.au, Luai shared his excitement about the new role and the faith placed in him by the team.
Having experienced success with Penrith in recent years, Luai is no stranger to the pressures of leadership and is eager to contribute to a winning culture at his new club.
The Tigers' last taste of finals footy was over ten years ago, making the prospect of a revival all the more tantalizing.
Voss believes that if Luai can inspire the team to challenge for a finals spot in 2025, he could go down as one of the greatest signings in the club's history.
"For a team that has struggled in recent years, if Jarome Luai can ignite a resurgence and propel the Tigers towards success, he could be remembered as the best signing the club has ever made," Voss remarked on SEN radio.
In the cutthroat world of Rugby League, the Tigers are counting on Luai to lead them to glory and bring back the winning ways of yesteryears.
With his track record of success and leadership skills, the stage is set for an exciting chapter in the storied history of the Wests Tigers.