Latrell Mitchell

When Latrell Mitchell runs at a defensive line, you can see the moment the tacklers realise what they are about to absorb — that split-second flash of recognition that the most destructive ball-carrier in the NRL is coming straight at them. A two-time premiership winner with the Sydney Roosters, Mitchell’s combination of power, speed and otherworldly skill in the outside backs has placed him among the most talented players in the game’s history. His shift from fullback to centre for 2026 is a tactical masterstroke in waiting, promising to unleash the Rabbitohs’ most potent attacking edge alongside Cody Walker and David Fifita. When Mitchell is at his best, there is simply no one in rugby league who can stop him.

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Across 185 games and 90 tries, Mitchell has compiled a career that reads like a highlights reel — the line breaks, the try-saving tackles, the long-range goals, the moments of individual brilliance that leave commentators searching for superlatives. His power is immense, his skill set unique, and his ability to turn a match with a single play makes him the most watchable player in the NRL. In 2026, Mitchell brings his destructive talent to the centre position at Souths, where the freedom to roam promises something truly special.

EC — Senior features writer, australiafootball.com