LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
The Dolphins are receiving positive news regarding injuries for several key forwards, including Thomas Fleger, who aims for an impressive Round 1 return, as well as representative players Tom Gilbert and Daniel Saifiti.
As Nikorima enters his 13th NRL pre-season, his primary ambition for the upcoming year is to propel the Dolphins toward their first finals appearance. The team narrowly missed out in 2025 due to a series of long-term injuries that disrupted their promising beginning.
Nikorima expressed his enthusiasm about the addition of former Broncos back Selwyn Cobbo to the Dolphins. Cobbo is set to start on the wing for the upcoming season, especially with 2024 NRL Rookie of the Year Jack Bostock expected to be sidelined until Round 10 due to an ACL injury. Nikorima noted that Cobbo appeared fit and energized during his initial training sessions.