Josh Morris

Rugby league player; NRL champion

Josh Morris - Rugby league player; NRL champion
Born

August 23rd, 1986
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Debuted in the National Rugby League (NRL) and played predominantly as a centre. Achieved professional success with the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs and the Sydney Roosters. Represented New South Wales in State of Origin matches and played in the Australian national team. His career included significant achievements in club and representative teams, earning recognition for skills on the field.

Won the NRL Premiership with the Sydney Roosters in 2013

Played 22 State of Origin matches for New South Wales

Represented Australia in international rugby league

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