Nathan Cleary thanks supporters, vows to return after surgery
- Penrith Panthers star Nathan Cleary has vowed to return after his 2026 season was brutally cut short on Sunday, thanking fans for their support from his hospital bed.
- The 28-year-old suffered a horrific compound fracture of his left ankle in the Panthers' NRL preliminary final defeat against Newcastle, ruling him out of the Kangaroos' World Cup campaign.
- The Panthers, who led 14-6 at half-time, ultimately fell apart to lose to the 12-man Knights, 22-14.
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- Penrith Panthers star Nathan Cleary has vowed to return after his 2026 season was brutally cut short on Sunday, thanking fans for their support from his hospital bed.
- The 28-year-old suffered a horrific compound fracture of his left ankle in the Panthers' NRL preliminary final defeat against Newcastle, ruling him out of the Kangaroos' World Cup campaign.
- The Panthers, who led 14-6 at half-time, ultimately fell apart to lose to the 12-man Knights, 22-14.
Sources: ABC Australia