Rhyse Martin signs new Canterbury deal

Papua New Guinea star Rhyse Martin has signed a new one-year deal with Canterbury.

The 25-year-old has made eight first-grade appearances for the Bulldogs this season and scored on his NRL debut against Brisbane Broncos.

Martin has earned eight caps for Papua New Guinea and was a star player for the Kumuls at the World Cup last year.

Bulldogs chief executive Andrew Hill is pleased to have retained Martin’s services.

He said: “Rhyse has been part of a new group of younger players that have made their NRL debuts this season and who will form the nucleus of our squad going forward.

“His re-signing is another positive step in creating a balanced squad that can complement each other next season and take our club in the right direction.

“We are delighted to have him back on board.”