The famous green jersey of the Canberra Raiders might have another Papalii ready to wear it in the coming years, with teenage sensation Noa Papalii - son of club legend Josh Papalii - setting social media alight with his explosive junior rugby league footage.
At just 15 years old, Noa is already demonstrating the same powerful running style and formidable presence that made his father one of the NRL's most feared forwards. The viral clips circulating online show the young talent breaking tackles, offloading with precision, and displaying footwork that belies his size.
Like Father, Like Son
Rugby league fans are drawing immediate comparisons between Noa's playing style and his father's legendary career. Josh Papalii has been a cornerstone of the Raiders pack for over a decade, representing both Queensland in State of Origin and Australia at international level.
The similarities are uncanny - from the aggressive running lines to the ability to break through defensive walls. Social media comments are flooded with Raiders supporters expressing excitement about potentially seeing another Papalii terrorising NRL defences in the future.
Social Media Buzz
The footage of Noa's performances in junior competitions has generated significant attention across multiple platforms. Fans and commentators alike are marvelling at the teenager's advanced skillset and physical development for his age.
One viral clip shows Noa effortlessly breaking multiple tackles before scoring, while another demonstrates his impressive ball-playing ability close to the line. The online reaction suggests the young Papalii is already developing a fanbase of his own.
Raiders Future Looks Green
For Canberra Raiders supporters, the emergence of another Papalii talent provides exciting prospects for the club's future. Having a second-generation player with such obvious potential coming through the ranks represents a dream scenario for the green machine.
While it's still early in his development, the buzz surrounding Noa Papalii suggests the famous surname might continue to grace NRL team sheets for years to come. The rugby league world will be watching with keen interest as this promising junior continues his journey through the ranks.
