Mikaele Ravalawa exits Castleford Tigers after injury-hit campaign
Fijian winger Ravalawa left Castleford after an injury-plagued 2026, playing only 13 matches.
Ravalawa, 29, joined from NRL side St George Illawarra last August on a three-year deal. Ravalawa played just 13 Super League matches but scored five tries, including in a 36-34 upset over league leaders Leeds Rhinos in July.
Castleford teammate Aiden Doolan, 23, also departed. Doolan played just three times for the club.
He had loans to Championship sides Hunslet and Widnes Vikings for more match time.
- 29
- Ravalawa age
- 13
- Super League matches
- 5
- Tries scored
- 3 years from August
- Contract term
Why it mattersRavalawa's early exit shows the risks when high-profile NRL signings face injuries while settling in.
AustraliaAn NRL export's struggle underscores the physical demands Australian players face adjusting to Super League.
