There has been ongoing speculation that the premiers would accommodate Xerri immediately to help overcome the departure of Latrell Mitchell and an ACL injury to Billy Smith, but Cronulla aren't prepared to let him go either. Josh Dugan wanted to medically retire with a knee injury. The majority of those games were at fullback, although coach John Morris has indicated he will likely start with a new custodian for the upcoming season. Listen to the full interview below. Josh Dugan's injury prognosis is getting worse and worse, with Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga telling the Triple M call team that it's bad news for the Dragons star. Dugan said no one was more frustrated about the uncertainty over his playing future than himself. “The MRIs also haven’t come back clean - they show chronic arthritis and inflammation of the bone and joint.”. “John Morris has been a real supporter of Josh Dugan throughout difficult periods for him over the last 12 months. Josh Dugan will once again miss time with injury after he was ruled out for nearly a month by the Cronulla Sharks. I don’t know.”. "I would also say, with potential injuries of this nature there can't be any shortcuts or risks taken and I was very impressed with the way our medical team immobilised Josh, stretchered him from the field and professionally handled the situation. It has been reported that scans have "cleared" the former NSW and Australian representative of any damage. Photograph: Renee McKay/Getty Images St George Illawarra full-back Josh Dugan … Panthers v Sharks: Capewell monitored; Ramien returns, 'Bring old Papa back': Sticky explains star's rest situation, Dugan open to rugby switch but Sharks remain first choice, Fitzy's cautious approach to coaching jobs may be about to pay off, Johnson close but doubts about Graham and Dugan after costly loss, You have skipped the navigation, tab for page content. It's time for the NRL to take concussion more seriously. Dugan limped from the field in the first half with a hamstring injury which is set to sideline the former rep star. The Cronulla Sharks weren’t convinced. End of dialog window. Injury plagued Cronulla Sharks star Josh Dugan is set to return to action in Round 3. However, I had my first episode of neck spasm at the age of 22 in exactly the same place I have it now. Bit of a scare at training this morning, took ever precaution and thankfully got the all clear thank you for all the messages ❤️. John Morris has stated his namesake is a contender to start the year as fullback, as uncertainty over Dugan and Moylan (hamstring) has them in doubt for their season opener against South Sydney at ANZ Stadium. A late injury to NSW State of Origin star Josh Dugan has marred Cronulla's scrappy 10-9 NRL win over Gold Coast. “Personally, I think Dugan might still play a bit of football for Cronulla, but how much? Josh Dugan has broken his silence to slam suggestions his knee problems have been fabricated, revealing he will see two separate surgeons next week in a bid to resolve his playing future. The Sharks have a glut of three-quarters with Dugan, Matt Moylan, Bronson Xerri, Josh Morris, Jesse Ramien, Sione Katoa and Ronaldo Mulitalo jockeying for the back-five positions. Josh Dugan of the Raiders gets attention for an ankle injury during the round 13 NRL match between the Canberra Raiders and the North Queensland Cowboys at Canberra Stadium on June 5, 2011 in... Get premium, high resolution news photos at Getty Images “I'd just like clarity on what are we looking at. Dugan finished the season 8th in the NRL in tackle breaks, 110, 1st in average running metres per game, 191.5, … The logjam prompted Josh Morris to request a release that would allow him to finish his career with twin brother Brett at the Roosters, an appeal the Sharks have denied. Sharks coach John Morris confirmed Dugan will return when the season resumes after overcoming chronic knee arthritis.. After missing consecutive days of training in the offseason due to inflammation in his knee, there were fears that Dugan would be forced into early retirement. The Sharks are trying to get Dugan off their books and have told him he is free to look elsewhere. Josh Dugan has broken his silence to slam suggestions his knee problems have been fabricated, revealing he will see two separate surgeons next week in a bid to resolve his playing future. Round 6 Edition OUT NOW: The Round 6 issue of The Front Row, our exclusive online e-magazine and NRL match programme for is out now! The 30-year-old went in an ambulance to Sutherland Hospital following the accident with a teammate during a scrimmage at PointsBet Stadium but was discharged early in the afternoon. He is also about 30 years younger than I am. It certainly doesn’t seem to be a respecter of persons. The fullback was a late withdrawal from the Sharks’ team to face South Sydney on Friday night, with the club revealing a medium-term problem. CANBERRA have finally received some positive news on the injury front, with Josh Dugan set to miss only 3-4 weeks of NRL action due to an ankle injury. “Tyson came from the field on Friday night with a rib injury which occurred upon impact with the ground,” said Head of Athletic Performance Nathan Pickworth. Credit: AAP “I always found it a strange signing, to be honest, for the Cronulla Sharks,” Ennis told Fox Sports. Please try again later. Dugan will see a specialist on Sunday to determine the seriousness of the fracture and the length of time he faces out of the game. I can only presume that his injury is a result of football trauma rather than advancing years. “Nonetheless, it’s going to be an interesting one to see how it pans out. Johnson is the most serious, with fears he's ruptured his Achilles tendon, an injury that will not only end his 2020 season, but severely disrupt his 2021 campaign as well. Cronulla star Josh Dugan has spoken after being cleared of serious injury, having been rushed to hospital following a nasty training collision on … Adrian Proszenko is the Chief Rugby League Reporter for the Sydney Morning Herald. Sharks centre Josh Dugan has been cleared of a serious neck injury after a training-ground collision on Friday resulted in the veteran being taken to hospital. Is it three weeks, four weeks? Josh Dugan rushed to hospital after training mishap, cleared of serious injury Wide World of SportsView Full coverage on Google News Wide World of SportsView Full coverage on Google News Cronulla Sharks star Josh Dugan has been cleared of a serious injury, after he was rushed to hospital on Friday morning following a training mishap. NSW Origin coach Laurie Daley will be sweating on the results of medical tests after Josh Dugan suffered a painful elbow injury during the Dragons' 34-24 loss to the Rabbitohs on Thursday. “There’s been little communication since I was told I could look elsewhere and I’ve gone off the advice of the physio and doctor, so I’ll keep doing that,” Dugan said. "Josh has been training strongly throughout the summer and was also having a good day and a good session today until the mishap, so it is a big relief to all of us that it hasn't turned out to be a serious injury," coach John Morris said. Josh Dugan will once again miss time with injury after he was ruled out for nearly a month by the Cronulla Sharks. St George Illawarra Dragons fullback Josh Dugan suffered a cheekbone fracture during Australia's 30-12 win over New Zealand at GIO Stadium, Canberra on Friday night. James Hooper. Former premiership-winning Cronulla hooker Michael Ennis said he was unsure whether Dugan had played his last game for the club. "Bit of a scare at training this morning, took ever [sic] precaution and thankfully got the all clear ... thank you for all the messages," Dugan posted to Twitter on Friday afternoon. 'I'm not faking it': Dugan breaks silence on career-threatening injury. Dugan, who is preparing for his 13th NRL season, has played 207 games for Canberra, St George Illawarra and Cronulla. Source: FOX SPORTS. NOT HAPPY: Josh Dugan calls out journo over poor training report Josh Dugan denies he is faking a knee injury to get out of the final year of his contract. That's all I want as coach.”. But in his first public comments addressing the issue, Dugan said he wasn’t bunging on an injury to shirk his contractual commitments. SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 03: Josh Dugan of the Sharks is treated for a head injury before leaving the field during the round four NRL match between the Cronulla Sharks and the North Queensland Cowboys at Netstrata Jubilee Stadium, on April 03, 2021, in Sydney, Australia. After his debut, he established his position at fullback in the Raiders' NRL team. He has previously spoken of wanting to extend his career past 2021. February 5, 2020 3:19pm. In Round 3 of the 2009 NRL season, Dugan made his NRL debut for the Canberra Raiders against the North Queensland Cowboys, playing at fullback in the Raiders 23-18 win at Canberra Stadium. Cronulla star Josh Dugan could push to be medically retired due to ongoing issues with arthritis in his knee, according to a Fox Sports report. Dugan made 23 first-grade appearances for the Sharks last year, a statistic that counters suggestions he is injury prone. In Round 21 against the Brisbane Broncos, Dugan scored his first NRL career try in the Raiders demolishing 56-0 win at Canberra Stadium. The 29-year-old was on a shortlist of outside backs on the hit list of Catalans, although the French Super League outfit ultimately opted for Israel Folau. Cronulla back Josh Dugan lasted just 20 minutes of his side's clash with Melbourne at AAMI Park on Saturday night, leaving the field with a hamstring issue. Is it an operation, is it not an operation? Forums Rugby League - Australia St George Illawarra Dragons Is Josh Dugan injury prone? Josh Dugan remains sidelined despite being cleared of mystery injury. The rumors were confirmed during a recent episode of Counting On. In Round 21 against the Brisbane Broncos, Dugan scored his first NRL career try in the Raiders demolishing 56-0 win at Canberra Stadium. We’re sorry, this service is currently unavailable. Josh Dugan has spoken about his uncertain playing future for the first time.Credit:AAP. Dugan is contracted to Cronulla for this year and next as one of the club’s highest-paid players, although issues with his knee have clouded his future. Along with his wife and kids, Josh Duggar has been living in a storage shed on his parents' property. Listen to the full interview below. Josh Dugan has spoken about his uncertain playing future for the first time. Josh Dugan suffered a similar injury in the same game before the start of last season. ", Graham: New faces bring fresh perspective. Cronulla took no chances with the off-contract veteran given his history of neck issues, but he is set to return to training next week. Josh Dugan's injury prognosis is getting worse and worse, with Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga telling the Triple M call team that it's bad news for the Dragons star. His injury was the only low point on a dominant night for the world No1 nation, who raced to a 30-0 lead before taking their foot off the pedal and allowing the Kiwis two consolation tries. So me and Josh Dugan. “I’d like clarity around it too. Injury plagued Cronulla Sharks star Josh Dugan is set to return to action in Round 3.. What's the diagnosis? “All I’m saying is if I’ve been cleared to train etc, why am I seeing two different surgeons next week?” Dugan told The Sydney Morning Herald. Sharks centre Josh Dugan has been cleared of a serious neck injury after a training-ground collision on Friday resulted in the veteran being taken to hospital. The St George Illawarra Dragons have provided an injury update on Tyson Frizell and Josh Dugan, who both suffered injuries during the Round 17 clash against the Gold Coast Titans on Friday, June 30. “Things would have to change pretty quick for [Dugan] to pull on the jumper in round one,'' Morris said on Tuesday. NRL Premiership. Dugan and O’Neill were victims of a nasty head clash in the 22nd minute which left Dugan looking worse for wear. 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