The chain of events that led to the most emotional call of Slater’s career
Billy Slater made an emotional phone call to Thomas Flegler, informing him of his return to the Maroons' forward pack. Flegler's journey back to rugby league followed a serious shoulder injury that nearly ended his career. The call marked a significant moment in Flegler's comeback story after undergoing nerve transplant surgery.
- ▪Billy Slater described the call to Thomas Flegler as the most emotional of his coaching career.
- ▪Flegler had suffered nerve damage in his shoulder, putting his rugby league future in jeopardy.
- ▪The call signified Flegler's return to the State of Origin arena after a long recovery process.
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