Tyrone and Terrell May have answered a Samoan SOS ahead of Sunday’s must-win blockbuster against Tonga.
Samoan trio Jazz Tevaga, Ata Mariota and Jaydn Su’A all failed head injury assessments in Sunday’s 24-18 loss to New Zealand, leaving Ben Gardiner’s side short on troops. Melbourne’s grand final forward Ativalu Lisati has also been rushed into the side.
Former Panthers centre Tyrone won the Super League title with Hull KR just over nine days ago, and was not only excited to be back in Samoan colours for the first time since the 2022 World Cup, but also to be playing alongside brother Terrell, the Wests Tigers prop.
The May brothers, including the injured Taylan, have made it known they are desperate to play together, and even inked deals so they all come off contract at the end of 202