Matt Dufty has been active in rugby league news over 2025–2026, including reports of surgery in 2025 and a return to Australia with a new NRL club in 2026. His situation has included a late-2025/Wembley-period injury setback and subsequent club changes, with coverage noting his efforts to rebuild after moving from Warrington Wolves and returning to the NRL system in Australia.[1][2][3]
Latest highlights:
- June 2025: Suffered a fractured eye socket in the Challenge Cup Final and required surgery, ruling him out for several weeks with Warrington Wolves.[1]
- January 2026: Reported exit from Warrington Wolves and a return to Australia, signing with South Sydney Rabbitohs to compete in NSW Cup initially (reserve grade) with a view toward NRL duties.[2]
- February 2026: Article emphasises his determination to maximize a second chance in the NRL, aiming to reach 100 career games.[3]
If you’d like, I can pull the most current status from South Sydney Rabbitohs’ site or reputable rugby league outlets to confirm his immediate team, contract type, and any recent injuries. Would you like me to do that?[6]