LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
North Queensland Cowboys powerhouse Jeremiah Nanai may be sidelined for the upcoming clash against the Cronulla Sharks, throwing the team into a state of uncertainty as they gear up for Finals Week 2.
The second-rower, known for his physicality and knack for scoring tries, is dealing with a troublesome shoulder injury that could see him watching from the sidelines come game day.
As a key figure in the Cowboys' forward pack and a bona fide Origin star, Nanai's potential absence could be a game-changer in their attacking strategy.
While he is penciled in on the team sheet for now, rumors swirl that he may be a last-minute scratch from the lineup, leaving fans and teammates on edge.
"Jeremiah Nanai hobbled off the field in the closing stages of that Newcastle clash," revealed David Riccio of The Daily Telegraph on Triple M's Monday Scrum podcast, hinting at the severity of the injury.
With the stakes high and the pressure mounting in the NRL Finals arena, Nanai's availability remains up in the air as the Cowboys prepare for a showdown under the Friday night lights at Allianz Stadium.