Hull FC Veteran Jordan Rapana Announces 2025 Retirement

Jordan Rapana, the 36-year-old New Zealand international rugby league player, has announced his retirement at the end of the 2025 Super League season, ending an 18-year professional career. Rapana joined Hull FC ahead of the current season on a two-year deal after a distinguished tenure with the Canberra Raiders, where he scored 106 tries and became a club legend. Throughout his career, he has played multiple positions including full-back, centre, wing, and half-back, and has made over 260 senior appearances, including 16 Test matches for New Zealand and participation in the 2017 World Cup final. Rapana cited the physical toll of his competitive career and his body no longer being able to compete at the same level as reasons for his decision, stating he preferred to retire on his own terms rather than a year too late. He expressed gratitude for the opportunities he has had and reflected on the significance of his career, which also included representing the Cook Islands in the 2013 World Cup. His retirement opens up opportunities for new players at Hull FC as he prepares for his final games with the club.