Rhyse Martin to Retire at the End of 2026

Hull KR can confirm Rhyse Martin will retire at the end of the 2026 season, bringing the curtain down on a storied career.

Martin was a part of the Hull KR side that secured its first-ever treble in 2025, capturing the Betfred Challenge Cup, the League Leaders’ Shield and the Betfred Super League Trophy.

The 33-year-old converted three goals as the Robins defeated Wigan 24-6 to etch their name in history and claim their first-ever Betfred Super League Trophy in last October’s Grand Final at Old Trafford.

So far, Rhyse has made 28 appearances for the Robins and further secured his place in the club’s folklore as he helped the side to defeat Brisbane Broncos in the 2026 Betfred World Club Challenge.

Martin made his NRL debut for Canterbury- Bankstown Bulldogs on May 3rd , 2018, against the Brisbane Broncos.

The second rower went on to make a further 24 NRL appearances before joining Leeds Rhinos. A Betfred Challenge Cup winner with the Rhinos, Martin made 132 appearances for the West Yorkshire club before heading over to East Hull ahead of 2025 .

Captain of the Papua New Guinean National Side, Rhyse has made 21 caps for his country and proudly played in two Rugby League World Cups for the Kumuls.

Hull KR Chief Executive, Paul Lakin paid tribute to Martin: “Rhyse has been a great signing for us.

"He is someone I’ve often had chats to about future career opportunities.

"And I know he’ll do really well in his new career at the end of the season. For now, there’s so much more to play for this season.”

Reflecting on his career so far, Rhyse Martin said: “Ever since I was a kid, I dreamed of playing professional rugby league and for it to be my life. I am so lucky and grateful that I have been able to have the career I’ve had.

“I walk away at the end of the season knowing that I have given everything for each club I’ve had the honour of representing and hope that I have left the jersey in a better place.

“I would like to thank all the coaches and staff who have helped me on my journey.

“To all of my teammates that I have played alongside, THANK YOU. I’ll leave the field with friendships for life.

“To all the fans at every club I have been a part of, I will miss running out in front of those full stadiums, and I will miss the energy you bring. Thank you.

“I want to thank my friends and my family who have been there from the very start.

“Lastly, I want to thank my wife, Vanessa, for being by my side through it all and my two beautiful kids, Matteo & Mya.

I look forward to finishing the year strong for Hull KR and giving everything to the team. With it being a World Cup in 2026, it feels like the right time to hang up my boots representing my country at the end of the year.

“Thank you, Rugby League.”