Rugby League’s Unbreakable: Exploring the 2023 Season’s Ever-Present Players

Remaining an ever-present in the demanding world of Rugby League is no easy feat. Avoiding injuries, suspensions, and maintaining consistent performance to warrant weekly selection is a testament to a player’s dedication and resilience.

However, the 2023 season has introduced a new layer of complexity to this accomplishment, as coaches and clubs now contend with the recently implemented match limit rules. Depending on a player’s age and position, there are now restrictions on the total minutes they can log over the course of the calendar year.

Ever-Present Players in the 2023 Super League Season

As we approach Round 12, a closer look at the Super League’s ever-present players this season reveals a committed group of 54 individuals who have featured in every league game so far. Let’s break down the list by club:

Castleford Tigers (4)

Liam Horne
Jacob Miller
Innes Senior
Sam Wood

Catalans Dragons (3)

Tom Johnstone
Romain Navarrete
Tariq Sims

Huddersfield Giants (4)

Adam Clune
Seb Ikahihifo
Kevin Naiqama
Olly Wilson

Hull FC (2)

Jordan Lane
Morgan Smith

Hull KR (6)

James Batchelor
Ryan Hall
Peta Hiku
Tyrone May
Kelepi Tanginoa
Jai Whitbread

Leeds Rhinos (7)

Andy Ackers
Mickael Goudemand
Rhyse Martin
Lachlan Miller
Jarrod O’Connor
Luis Roberts
Cameron Smith

Leigh Leopards (6)

Josh Charnley
Matt Davis
Zak Hardaker
Jack Hughes
Matt Moylan
Kai O’Donnell

London Broncos (5)

Rhys Kennedy
Oli Leyland
Will Lovell
James Meadows
Marcus Stock

Salford Red Devils (6)

Chris Atkin
Deon Cross
Tim Lafai
Nene Macdonald
Marc Sneyd
Kallum Watkins

St Helens (3)

Jonny Lomax
Sione Mata’utia
Jack Welsby

Warrington Wolves (2)

Matt Dufty
Sam Powell

Wigan Warriors (6)

It’s worth noting that Wigan Warriors and Leigh Leopards have each played 10 league games so far, rather than the typical 11, due to the World Club Challenge fixture earlier in the season. In this context, the ever-present players for these two clubs are those who have featured in all 10 of their Super League matches.

This article will be updated after each round to reflect the latest status of Rugby League’s unwavering performers.

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