Gus Gould analyzes the latest rugby league news, including the Sharks’ impressive form, the Knights and Raiders’ injury concerns, the return of the biff, Dale Finucane’s retirement, and the upcoming ANZAC Day round.
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Long-time Sharks forward Dale Finucane has been medically retired due to ongoing head injury concerns. The 31-year-old has suffered multiple head knocks throughout his career, and doctors have advised him to retire for his long-term health.
Highly respected Sharks forward Dale Finucane has announced his retirement from rugby league effective immediately on medical advice due to concussions. The 32-year-old said he had been told by two medical experts that he should retire. Finucane has been battling injuries in recent seasons and is currently out after suffering a facial fracture back in Round 3. He debuted with the Bulldogs in 2021 and enjoyed an outstanding career for three clubs, appearing in 251 NRL games, five Origins for the Blues, and winning two premierships at Melbourne.