Five Super League players who would make it in the NRL

It takes a special type of Super League player to make it Down Under.

Some have tried to do so and whilst the likes of Adrian Morley, Sam Burgess, Elliott Whitehead and James Graham have had major success, it’s often quite rare.

However, there are five on this following list that could make it in the NRL.

Toby King – Warrington Wolves

After bursting onto the scene in 2014, Toby King has become an increasingly integral part of the Warrington side recently, taking over from Ryan Atkins in the centre. He’s made over 100 appearances so far for the Wolves at just 25, and, with the upcoming World Cup, the centre will certainly be in England boss Shaun Wane’s thoughts. King has, however, recently signed a new long-term deal at the Halliwell Jones so would take a lot of tempting.

Morgan Knowles – St Helens

He’s been one of St Helens’ most consistent performers in recent seasons so it’s no surprise that Morgan Knowles makes this list. The uncompromising loose-forward will tackle anything on the field and with an impressive engine, the former Welsh international would definitely be the envy of numerous NRL sides. He’s recently signed a long-term deal at Saints so it would take something incredible to lure him to Australia.

Jake Connor – Hull FC

Maverick Jake Connor has all the attributes to succeed Down Under – if he masters the fullback spot for Super League side Hull FC. He was handed the number one shirt by Brett Hodgson last season, but still faces competition from Jamie Shaul. There is no denying Connor’s attacking abilities with the ball in hand, but he sometimes was found wanting in defence in 2021. Improve that and he would be a superb thorn in anyone’s side in Australia.

Daryl Clark – Warrington Wolves

The 2014 Man of Steel winner has been one of the form hookers in the competition since progressing through the Castleford academy. Despite taking a few seasons to settle in at Warrington after his move in 2015, Clark has been showing the form that first earned him an England call-up six years ago. With the ability to run amok around the ruck, the number nine would cause NRL sides all sorts of problems. Though linked with a move to the Gold Coast Titans for most of 2021, those rumours have since gone quiet, but he would still be a great asset to any side Down Under.

Tommy Makinson – St Helens

Arguably the greatest winger in Super League, Tommy Makinson can do it all. Whether it’s carrying the ball out of defence, flying to finish in the corner or his all-round defensive prowess, Makinson continues to impress with every passing season. He’s the type of winger that NRL sides would love to have and he would definitely thrive in that environment.