The Parramatta Eels can provide the following injury update on the NSW Cup squad ahead of their Finals Week 2 match against the Canberra Raiders.
Bailey Simonsson has been ruled out with concussion-like symptoms after the match last weekend.
I wasn’t able to find any official updates on NSW Cup injuries for Finals Week 2. The NSW Rugby League’s platform currently lists an injury section, but it’s either restricted or hasn’t been updated with Finals Week 2 details as of now
Meanwhile, broader injury news in related competitions shows some critical absences during NRL Finals Week 2. Here’s a snapshot of those updates, which give context around how player availability is shaping finals campaigns:
Key NRL-Level Injuries – Finals Week 2
- Brisbane Broncos: Halfback Adam Reynolds is still sidelined with a hamstring injury, expected to return soon.
- Melbourne Storm:
- Ryan Papenhuyzen is ruled out after failing a Head Injury Assessment.
- Jahrome Hughes has suffered a fractured forearm, potentially ending his finals run.
- Shawn Blore is also out due to a fractured larynx.
- Other Clubs:
- Broncos have Ezra Mam and Selwyn Cobbo nearing return from hamstring issues.
- Canterbury Bulldogs: Bronson Xerri (concussion) and Marcelo Montoya (ankle) are sidelined
- Warriors: Rocco Berry is ruled out for the rest of the season due to a dislocated shoulder; Eddie Ieremia-Toeava is available with an AC joint injury.
- Dolphins: Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow will be out for around eight weeks with a grade-three MCL injury.
Why NSW Cup Injury Data Is Still Missing
- There’s sparse public coverage of reserve-grade injuries during finals period.
- The NSWRL website’s Injuries section appears outdated or limited in public access.
- Unlike the NRL, the NSW Cup lacks a widely accessible “casualty ward” feature.
