It looks like there’s been some confusion: Mitchell Moses hasn’t been suspended for two years. Instead, the Parramatta Eels’ halfback and captain has been sidelined due to injury, not disciplinary actio
🏉 What Actually Happened
On March 6, 2025, the Eels confirmed Moses would miss the first six weeks of the NRL season after scans revealed a stress reaction (bone bruise) in his left foot—a recurrence of last year’s issue .
He was immediately ruled out of the round 1 clash against Melbourne Storm as a precaution .
Head coach Jason Ryles emphasized a cautious “boot‑and‑rest” approach to avoid any long-term consequences .
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🩺 Fan & Analyst Reactions
Reddit users voiced their concerns and frustrations:
> “Mitchell Moses will miss the next six weeks after scans revealed a stress reaction in his left foot. … In a major blow, the Eels captain will remain sidelined with the aid of a boot throughout his rehabilitation.”
> “Volkman was doing all the work… playing and talking.” (on replacement Ronald Volkman)
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✅ What’s Going Forward
The Eels turned to train-and-trial player Ronald Volkman, backed by Dylan Brown, to fill the No. 7 role in Moses’s absence .
The injury timeline was initially 6 weeks, covering the opening rounds, including tough matches against Melbourne, Wests Tigers, Bulldogs, Manly, Dragons, and Raiders .
There have been no indications of a longer-term or two-year layoff, nor any mention of any disciplinary suspension.
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🧩 Bottom Line
No suspension—Mitchell Moses is out due to a foot injury, not misconduct.
Expected return: around Round 7–8 (early April), if the six-week prognosis holds.
The Eels are leaning on backup playmakers while he recovers.
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📝 Quick Timeline
Date Event
March 4, 2025 Moses ruled out of season opener (foot soreness)
March 6, 2025 Confirmed stress reaction; six‑week absence
Season launch Ronald Volkman steps in alongside Dylan Brown
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Let me know if you want updates once he’s back on the field—or if you’d lik
e insight into how Parramatta is coping without their skipper!
