Maroons coach Billy Slater has opened up about the deeply emotional moment he shared with Cameron Munster following the sudden death of the Queensland skipper’s father.
In the aftermath of the devastating news, Slater revealed that Munster, a cornerstone of the Maroons side and a fierce competitor on the field, was overcome with grief. The pair embraced in a private moment that Slater described as “incredibly raw and heartbreaking.”
“There are no words in a moment like that,” Slater said. “You just try to be there for him. I could see the pain in his eyes. It wasn’t about football anymore — it was about life, family, and loss.”
Munster received the tragic news just hours before rejoining the squad ahead of the State of Origin decider. Despite the shock, Slater praised his captain’s strength and courage, calling him “a warrior” for even considering returning to camp under such circumstances.
“It shows the kind of person he is — loyal, tough, but most of all, human,” Slater added.
The Maroons camp has rallied around Munster, with teammates and staff offering unwavering support as he navigates this difficult time.
There has been no official word yet on whether Munster will play in the upcoming decider, but Slater made it clear: “Whatever Cam decides, we’re behind him 100 percent.”
