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Johnston Extends Rabbitohs Stay and Inches Closer to Try-Scoring Record

Contracted to South Sydney until 2027, Johnston takes on fullback duties in pursuit of Ken Irvine’s 212-try benchmark.

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Overview

  • Since debuting in 2014, Johnston has amassed over 240 NRL appearances, won a premiership and multiple Dally M winger of the Year honors and sits six tries short of Irvine’s all-time mark of 212.
  • An injury to Latrell Mitchell has prompted Johnston’s move from wing to fullback, potentially affecting his try-scoring rhythm this season.
  • Veteran hooker Api Koroisau has extended his tenure at Wests Tigers until the end of the 2028 season.
  • Parramatta Eels general manager Mark O’Neill arranged a loan for Ryan Matterson to join Super League side Warrington for the remainder of the 2025 season.
  • NRL clubs are increasingly using mid-season extensions and temporary loans to navigate injury setbacks and support roster rebuilds.