Panthers forward handed lifeline from rival NRL team
He was one of 13 players that were farewelled by the Penrith Panthers.
www.zerotackle.comHere’s the latest I can share based on recent reports:
- Preston Riki, formerly with the Penrith Panthers, has been in the news as part of ongoing team selection chatter and injury/shuffle updates around Round 7, with coverage noting his possible inclusion amid notable absences in several squads. [source discussions: 2025 Panthers-related farewell and 2026 team updates][1][2]
- A 2024 feature highlighted his NRL debut journey with the Panthers and his progression from NSW Cup to a starting forward role, illustrating the trajectory that’s informing current discussions about his status in 2026.[3][4][5]
- Additional background notes cover his early career milestones, jersey presentation, and statistical profiles, which underpin contemporary reporting about his performance and availability.[5][6][8]
If you want, I can pull the very latest single-item update from a specific outlet (e.g., Zero Tackle or a team site) or summarize a particular article in more detail. Would you like me to focus on a particular date range or source?