Rugby league fans and the Canberra Raiders community are celebrating some wonderful personal news today, as club legend Josh Papali’i, veteran prop forward for the Canberra Raiders, and his wife Sepa Papali’i have joyfully welcomed newborn twins into their family.
While official club and mainstream outlets have previously confirmed the birth of Papali’i’s fourth child — a baby boy named Jeremiah earlier in 2025 — recent celebrations suggest the family has since expanded again with the arrival of twins. This comes as a heartwarming moment for the Raiders icon and his loved ones. �
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Papali’i — one of Canberra’s most capped players and a respected leader both on and off the field — has long been admired for his dedication to family and football alike. Earlier in the 2025 season, coach Ricky Stuart publicly acknowledged Sepa’s support as she gave birth to their fourth child while Papali’i was preparing for a big Raiders match, praising her sacrifice and strength. �
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Although the club has not yet released a formal statement specifically about the birth of the twins, messages of congratulations have been shared widely among Raiders supporters and community channels.
📌 What This Means
Family milestone for Papali’i: The arrival of twins marks another major moment for the Papali’i family.
Raiders community joy: Fans and teammates alike have sent well wishes on social media amid the positive news.
Off‑field happiness: A rare spotlight on life beyond the tackles for one of the NRL’s most durable forwards.
Stay tuned for an official announcement from the Canberra Raiders club or the Papali’i family for additional details.
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