Souths veteran re-signs with NRL record in sight

PNG Star Johnston Extends Rabbitohs Tenure, Chases NRL Milestone

PNG international and Rabbitohs flyer Alex Johnston has extended his stay at South Sydney until 2027, as he aims to guide the club back to premiership contention and chase the all-time NRL try-scoring record.With 207 tries in 237 games, Johnston is already Souths’ most prolific finisher. But the 30-year-old remains hungry, just five tries shy of Ken Irvine’s all-time NRL record of 212.“I’m thrilled to keep playing for the club I grew up with,” J…

Souths veteran re-signs with NRL record in sight

Alex Johnston looks guaranteed to break the NRL's tryscoring record in South Sydney colours after signing a new contract extension.