Just when you thought the South Sydney Rabbitohs couldn’t catch a break, another injury scare has struck the team, leaving fans holding their breath as the pre-season trials loom just weeks away. After a nightmare 2025 plagued by injuries, the Rabbitohs are once again in the spotlight—and not for the reasons they’d hoped. But here’s where it gets controversial: Are these recurring injuries just bad luck, or is there something deeper at play? News Corp reports that star players Latrell Mitchell and off-season recruit David Fifita have both suffered knocks during training. Mitchell, who missed significant time last year, is dealing with a calf issue, while Fifita has injured his ribs. And this is the part most people miss: Despite the setbacks, neither player is expected to be sidelined long-term, with both reportedly on track to return for the Charity Shield clash against the St George Illawarra Dragons. Yet, the timing couldn’t be worse for a team desperate to shake off its injury curse. Mitchell’s repeated absences in 2025 opened the door for Jye Gray, who seized the opportunity with both hands. Now, the young talent is poised to claim the number one jumper, pushing Mitchell into the centres—a shift that could redefine the team’s dynamics. Fifita, too, is no stranger to injury woes, having battled an ankle problem during his injury-riddled year on the Gold Coast before joining the Rabbitohs. Here’s the kicker: In 2025, the Rabbitohs endured over 200 weeks of injuries, shattering the NRL record for the worst injury run in a single season. Since relocating to Maroubra’s Heffron Park, the club has struggled to break free from this cycle, leaving fans and analysts alike wondering if there’s more to the story. On paper, this team should be a top-four contender, but last year’s bottom-four finish—despite narrowly avoiding the wooden spoon—tells a different tale. As the Rabbitohs gear up for 2026, the question remains: Can they finally overcome their injury curse and live up to their potential? What do you think? Is this just a string of bad luck, or is there something the club needs to address? Let us know in the comments—this is one debate you won’t want to miss!
