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Cherry-Evans confirms NRL exit in shock call after Roosters win

Roosters star Daly Cherry-Evans confirms he is leaving the NRL to join Hull FC in the English Super League.

Cherry-Evans confirms NRL exit in shock call after Roosters win

Daly Cherry-Evans, star player of the Sydney Roosters, announced his departure from the NRL after his team's victory over Penrith. The 37-year-old Cherry-Evans revealed he would join Hull FC in the English Super League for a final year of professional football. With four rounds remaining in the NRL season, the Roosters are now in top position following their recent win.

Cherry-Evans stated he aims to end his career with a second premiership in Australia, confirming that 2026 will be his last season in the NRL. Despite rumors of his potential move, Cherry-Evans expressed no ill feelings towards the Sea Eagles, where he remains the club's most-capped player. His announcement marks the end of one of the NRL's most storied careers, as he debuts with Manly in 2011 and holds numerous records in the NRL era.

Cherry-Evans' departure will bring an end to his storied career, having captained both Queensland and Australia, leading the Maroons to three series wins and receiving the Clive Churchill Medal in 2013.

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