New Zealand Warriors star Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has signed a two-year deal with Wakefield Trinity in a shock move away from the NRL.
A Landmark Move for Tuivasa-Sheck
The 32-year-old has made over 230 appearances in the top tier of Australian Rugby League and won the NRL Grand Final with the Sydney Roosters in 2013. He has represented both New Zealand and Samoa in Rugby League at international level. He also played for the All Blacks having stepped across to Rugby Union in 2022.
The NRL legend began his career with Sydney before a move to the New Zealand Warriors saw him go on to win the Dally M Medal in 2018 as well as the Golden Boot in 2019.
Tuivasa-Sheck returned to Rugby League in 2024 before switching his international allegiances to Samoa.
Tuivasa-Sheck’s Perspective on Joining Wakefield
“I’m grateful for the opportunity to join Wakefield and compete in the Super League,” said Tuivasa-Sheck. “My family and I are really excited for the move and new challenge.
“From the conversations I’ve had, I can see the club is heading in a really positive direction and I’m looking forward to being part of that journey.”
Tuivasa-Sheck confirmed his move in a video posted on his brother Johnny Tuivasa-Sheck’s YouTube.
“That’s it, done,” Tuivasa-Sheck said in the video. “I just signed a two-year deal with Wakefield Trinity in Super League.
“I’ll take my family with me, have an adventure, try and win the comp, and have a lot of fun.
“Let’s see how we go – the show goes on.”
Wakefield’s Ambitions and Tuivasa-Sheck’s Role
His move to the Betfred Super League would put him as one of the biggest stars playing in the UK.
Wakefield Trinity Head Coach Daryl Powell said: “We are delighted to bring Roger to Wakefield. We are obviously an ambitious club and signing Roger shows that once again.
“He’s a super high-quality signing for both the Super League competition and of course for Wakefield Trinity and we look forward to welcoming him into our family and helping us achieve our ambitions in the near future.”
Trinity director of rugby Ste Mills said the arrival of Tuivasa-Sheck marks a “huge shift in the landscape” of Super League.
“We believe he is one of the final pieces to our puzzle and someone of his calibre and experience will only help propel t