LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
The impressive performance of Cronulla Sharks back-rower Billy Burns has earned him a one-year contract extension, allowing him to stay at the club for an additional 12 months.
Joining the Sharks in 2024 after previous tenures with the Penrith Panthers and St George Illawarra Dragons, Burns has proven to be a significant asset to the team's forward pack, enhancing the depth of the roster.
He has participated in ten first-grade matches, scored two tries, and has now received a new one-year extension for the 2026 NRL season.
"I'm thrilled - the club believed in me a couple of years ago and I definitely believe in the club and where we're going," Burns said in a statement.
"I'm stoked to stick around, be with this group another year and get after it again. The level of coaching is great. I've got plenty of trust in Fitzy (Craig Fitzgibbon) and what we learn off him and the coaches.
"The group we have here is awesome - we're tight-knit and there's plenty of enjoyment playing with these guys."