𝐏𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐔𝐋 𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐓: 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐠𝐨, 𝐏𝐞𝐧𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐜𝐨-𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝟐𝟖 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐝𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐚𝐫 𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐨𝐧 𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨…. 𝐬𝐞𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞

𝐏𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐔𝐋 𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐓: Penrith Panthers Devastated as Co-Captain Nathan Cleary Suffers Shocking Setback

Just minutes ago, the NRL world was rocked by heartbreaking news involving Penrith Panthers co-captain Nathan Cleary, leaving teammates, fans, and the wider rugby league community in deep shock.

The 28-year-old superstar was involved in a serious car accident while travelling to a scheduled commitment, prompting immediate concern and an urgent response from emergency services. Cleary was swiftly attended to and later confirmed to be in stable condition, but the incident has resulted in a major setback that will rule him out of action for the foreseeable future.

A Crushing Blow for the Panthers

Cleary has been the heartbeat of Penrith’s historic dominance in recent seasons — a leader, playmaker, and champion whose presence defines the club’s identity. News of his absence sent shockwaves through Panthers headquarters, with players described as “visibly shaken” upon learning of the incident.

Club officials confirmed Cleary will step away from all football activities as he focuses on recovery, calling the situation “devastating but grateful it was not worse.”

Rugby League World Reacts

Messages of support flooded social media within minutes. Fans, former players, and rival clubs united in solidarity:

“Footy comes second. Wishing Nathan a full and speedy recovery,” one post read.

Others described the moment as one of the most emotionally jarring incidents the club has faced in years.

What Happens Next?

Penrith now face the enormous task of regrouping without their on-field general. While replacements will step up, there is no denying the void left by Cleary’s absence — both tactically and emotionally.

One thing is certain:
This is a painful loss for the Panthers — but the focus now is on Nathan Cleary’s health, recovery, and return.