Dylan Lucas eyes record injury comeback for Newcastle Knights

Newcastle Knights forward Dylan Lucas may make a rapid return from a severe ankle injury for the upcoming sudden-death semi-final against the New Zealand Warriors at Eden Park.

Lucas suffered a fracture-dislocation of his left ankle during a Round 21 match against the Sydney Roosters. While the injury initially appeared to end his season, reports suggest he could be named in the Knights' squad just eight weeks after the incident. If he plays, it would set a new NRL record for the fastest recovery from this specific injury, surpassing the 10-week mark previously set by Aidan Guerra in 2019.

His potential availability remains a subject of debate among reports. While some sources suggest he is a ‘big chance to be named’ for the match, others have noted conflicting timelines regarding his readiness for the finals and the upcoming Rugby League World Cup in October. His inclusion would provide a significant boost to the Knights as they seek their first preliminary final appearance since 2013.