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Panthers forward handed lifeline from rival NRL team
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One of 13 players farewelled by the Penrith Panthers, versatile forward Preston Riki has reportedly been handed a lifeline from another NRL team, which will keep him in the NRL competition.
As reported by News Corp, Riki has been handed a lifeline from the Brisbane Broncos, which will see him join the club on a train-and-trial contract for the 2026 NRL season.
Meanwhile, Jack Gosiewski is yet to secure a new deal with the club but remains in talks with the Broncos.
No relation to Jordan Riki, the one-time Maori All Stars representative, will look to follow in the footsteps of Gehamat Shibasaki next season.
Shibasaki transitioned from a train-and-trial contract to a development deal before eventually becoming a regular in the side and playing in the State of Origin arena in 2025.