PNG Chiefs eye Sam Walker after missing out on Nathan Cleary

The Sydney Morning Herald - Nov 6, 2026

After missing the chance to pitch to Nathan Cleary and Zane Harrison, the Chiefs are turning their attention to premiership-winning Roosters halfback Sam Walker.

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