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Jordan Petaia Signs Nine-Month Perpignan Deal After Chargers Exit

The short Top 14 stint keeps open a pathway back to the Wallabies before the 2027 home World Cup.

WHANGAREI, NEW ZEALAND - APRIL 12: Jordan Petaia of the Queensland Reds (C) during the round eight Super Rugby Pacific match between Moana Pasifika and Queensland Reds at Semenoff Stadium, on April 12, 2024, in Whangarei, New Zealand. (Photo by Fiona Goodall/Getty Images)

Overview

  • The 25-year-old outside back is due to join Perpignan by October on a short-term contract.
  • His NFL bid ended when the Los Angeles Chargers waived him and placed him on injured reserve following a hamstring injury.
  • He will not play Super Rugby in 2026 after Rugby Australia explored options but had most domestic rosters already set.
  • Les Kiss and Justin Harrison publicly backed his move, with Harrison saying Rugby Australia should keep communication lines open.
  • A two-time World Cup Wallaby with 31 caps, Petaia could also consider the proposed R360 competition, which remains unconfirmed.