Retiring Australia prop Millie Elliott ended her career with a 34-10 World Cup final win over New Zealand at Suncorp Stadium on Sunday.
She returned this season after giving birth to daughter Gigi in September last year and missing all of 2025 with her pregnancy.
Her comeback included a NSW State of Origin series win, a fifth NRLW title with Sydney Roosters and her first World Cup final victory.
"I'd already made my decision to retire, but I'm a lot more content and relieved now that we've won," she said.
She withdrew from Australia's 2022 World Cup squad after selection to focus on Trainer Group, her business working with people with disabilities.
Asked whether she had dreamed of the emphatic win, she answered, "I did."
"I really like winning and I hate losing. To go out with the win is very special."
Captain Isabelle Kelly called Elliott an "incredible" performer whose work ethic and personality inspired the team.