Latrell Mitchell’s future in the 2023 NRL season is uncertain after suffering a serious quad injury during a recent training session ahead of Round 20 for the South Sydney Rabbitohs. The 28-year-old fullback had recently completed the State of Origin series without issues but went down during Thursday’s captain’s run, leading to reports that he could face an extended recovery period of at least a month due to a likely torn quad muscle.
Mitchell was expected to make his return to the field against the Penrith Panthers after being rested the previous week. However, the injury adds to the Rabbitohs’ already lengthy casualty list, which includes key players like Cody Walker and Campbell Graham. With team captain Cameron Murray yet to make an appearance this season, the Rabbitohs are grappling with a mounting injury crisis that jeopardises their chances of reaching the finals.
As the club assesses the severity of Mitchell’s injury through imaging scans, there’s growing concern about the implications for both the player’s health and the team’s performance. Given the Rabbitohs’ current struggles and diminished prospects of securing a finals spot, the coaching staff may take a cautious approach regarding the return of their star player.
This unfortunate turn of events exemplifies the challenges faced by the Rabbitohs as they navigate the remainder of the season with a shrinking roster and dwindling hopes for postseason success.