Roger Tuivasa-Sheck’s 2025 season ended abruptly after an ACL injury sidelined him for the year, casting doubt on his return to the Warriors. The former Dally M Medalist remains under contract through 2026, but the injury could reshape his NRL career.
Career Overview
- Dally M Medalist (2015) – Warriors profile
- Played for Warriors, Roosters, Blues (rugby union) – RNZ
- Dual-code international for New Zealand – BBC Sport
Current Status
- ACL injury confirmed in 2025 – Sport Nation
- Under contract with Warriors until 2026 – Warriors profile
- Recovering from surgery – Sport Nation
Personal Life
- Married, children – Warriors profile
- Brother also a rugby player – Warriors profile
- Height: 185 cm, Weight: 97 kg – Warriors profile
Achievements
- 2015 Dally M Medal – Warriors profile
- Simon Mannering Medal winner (2025) – RNZ
- Former Warriors captain – Warriors profile
Age: 31 (born 5 June 1993) Height: 185 cm (6 ft 1 in) Current Club: New Zealand Warriors (NRL) Position: Centre / Winger / Fullback Dally M Medal: 2015
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Roger Tuivasa-Sheck – Warriors profile |
| Date of Birth | 5 June 1993 – Warriors profile |
| Height | 185 cm (6 ft 1 in) – Warriors profile |
| Weight | 97 kg (214 lb) – Warriors profile |
| Position | Centre, Winger, Fullback – Warriors profile |
| Current Club | New Zealand Warriors (NRL) – Warriors profile |
| National Team | New Zealand (rugby league and rugby union) – BBC Sport |
| Dally M Medal | 2015 – Warriors profile |
What happened to Roger Tuivasa-Sheck?
Roger Tuivasa-Sheck suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury in May 2025 during a match against the Dragons. The Warriors confirmed on 26 May 2026 that he was ruled out for the rest of the season with a torn ACL in his left knee — the injury occurred 11 minutes into his 158th appearance for the club and his 242nd NRL career game. Warriors official announcement
ACL injury confirmed on Instagram
Tuivasa-Sheck posted on his Instagram account: “That’s my footy done this year.. ACL confirmed. Tough to accept, but the season goes on. We got something special going. Big love for all the messages.” The post was covered by Sport Nation.
Impact on his 2025 season
The injury ended his 2025 season immediately. With a typical recovery window of 9–12 months, he is likely to miss part of the 2026 season as well. Sporting News noted this was the same knee he injured in 2016.
Is Roger Tuivasa-Sheck retired?
No. He is not retired. Tuivasa-Sheck is under contract with the Warriors until the end of the 2026 NRL season and has expressed no intention of retiring. He returned to the NRL in 2024 after a stint in rugby union with the Blues and All Blacks. RNZ reported in February 2026 that he was entering the final season of his Warriors contract.
Current playing status
As of early 2026, he is rehabilitating his ACL injury. The Warriors have not placed him on the inactive list permanently, but his playing future after 2026 remains in question given the Wakefield Trinity signing for 2027. BBC Sport reported that Tuivasa-Sheck is expected to finalize a two-year contract with Wakefield Trinity starting in the 2027 Super League season.
Return from rugby union to league
After playing rugby union for the Blues and earning All Blacks caps, Tuivasa-Sheck returned to the Warriors in May 2024 on a three-year contract. His return was seen as a homecoming for the former club captain. Warriors profile lists him as a former captain.
Why is Tuivasa-Sheck not playing?
He is not playing because of the ACL injury sustained in May 2025. The injury required surgery and a prolonged recovery period, typically 9–12 months. Warriors confirmed he would miss the remainder of the 2025 season, and he was still sidelined at the start of 2026.
ACL injury details
The injury occurred in the left knee during the first half of the round 12 match against St George Illawarra Dragons. Tuivasa-Sheck was taken from the field and later diagnosed with a complete ACL tear. Sporting News reported that the injury was to the same knee he had previously injured in 2016.
Recovery timeline
Standard ACL recovery takes 9 to 12 months. Given the timing of the injury (May 2025), Tuivasa-Sheck could return to full training by mid-2026 at the earliest. This timeline may overlap with his planned move to Wakefield Trinity for 2027. BBC Sport quotes him as saying he is thankful for the chance to join Wakefield.
Is Roger Tuivasa-Sheck leaving the Warriors?
He is not leaving early. His contract runs through 2026. However, reports from BBC Sport indicate he has already signed a two-year deal with Wakefield Trinity for 2027, meaning he will leave the Warriors at the end of his current contract.
Contract status
Tuivasa-Sheck signed a three-year contract with the One New Zealand Warriors in May 2024, running through to the end of the 2026 NRL season. RNZ confirmed both Tuivasa-Sheck and Kurt Capewell were entering the final season of their contracts in 2026.
Future speculation
The ACL injury has not changed his immediate contractual obligations. The Warriors have not indicated any intention to release him early. The signing for Wakefield Trinity confirms he will leave the NRL after 2026. Sport Nation noted that the injury effectively ended his Warriors tenure, as he is unlikely to play another NRL game for the club.
What is Roger Tuivasa-Sheck’s current contract length?
He is on a three-year deal with the Warriors that expires at the end of the 2026 NRL season. Warriors official site lists his contract term as three years from his return in May 2024.
Three-year deal with the Warriors
The contract was signed in May 2024, covering the 2024, 2025 and 2026 NRL seasons. He returned to the club mid-season in 2024 after his rugby union stint.
End date: 2026 NRL season
The contract runs to the end of the 2026 season. RNZ reported in February 2026 that Tuivasa-Sheck and Kurt Capewell were entering the final season of their contracts.
Timeline of key events in Roger Tuivasa-Sheck’s career
- 5 June 1993 – Born in Auckland, New Zealand – Warriors profile
- 2013 – NRL debut for Sydney Roosters – Warriors profile
- 2015 – Dally M Medal winner – Warriors profile
- 2019 – Appointed Warriors captain – Warriors profile
- 2021 – Switched to rugby union, signed with Blues – RNZ
- 2022 – Super Rugby debut for Blues – RNZ
- May 2024 – Signed three-year contract to return to Warriors – Warriors profile
- May 2025 – Suffered ACL injury, season ended – Warriors
- 2026 – Entering final season of Warriors contract – RNZ
- 2027 – Expected to join Wakefield Trinity – BBC Sport
“That’s my footy done this year.. ACL confirmed. Tough to accept, but the season goes on. We got something special going. Big love for all the messages.”
– Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, via Instagram (reported by Sport Nation)
“The former One New Zealand Warriors captain signed to rejoin the club in May last year when he inked a three-year contract to the end of the 2026 NRL season.”
– Warriors official website
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many NRL tries has Roger Tuivasa-Sheck scored?
As of the end of 2025, he has scored 83 NRL tries across his career with the Roosters, Warriors, and during his return.
What is Roger Tuivasa-Sheck’s net worth?
Exact figures are not publicly available, but as a Dally M Medal winner and dual-code international with multiple club contracts, his net worth is estimated in the range of $2–4 million NZD. (No direct source; estimate based on comparable players.)
Who is Roger Tuivasa-Sheck’s wife?
He is married to Chantelle Tuivasa-Sheck. The couple has children.
Does Roger Tuivasa-Sheck have children?
Yes, he and his wife Chantelle have children.
Is Roger Tuivasa-Sheck related to any other rugby player?
His brother, Fa’amanu Tuivasa-Sheck, also played rugby league at a professional level.
What is Roger Tuivasa-Sheck’s height and weight?
He is 185 cm (6 ft 1 in) tall and weighs 97 kg (214 lb).
When did Roger Tuivasa-Sheck make his NRL debut?
He made his NRL debut in 2013 for the Sydney Roosters.
How many Test caps does Roger Tuivasa-Sheck have for New Zealand in rugby league?
He has earned 11 Test caps for the New Zealand Kiwis in rugby league.
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