Bronson Xerri

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Bronson Xerri's Emotional NRL Return: A Story of Resilience and Redemption

Bronson Xerri - Canterbury Bulldogs - drugs ban - mental health - NRL - Sydney Roosters

Bronson Xerri's comeback to the NRL after a four-year drug ban is truly inspiring! Read about his emotional journey back to the game.

Bronson Xerri, after facing 'some very dark days' due to a four-year drug ban, made a touching return to the NRL recently. Xerri expressed how significant this return was, stating, 'This is where I belong.' His mother, Teresa, played a pivotal role in his comeback, delivering an emotional speech after his impressive performance in the game. Xerri's resilience and determination shone through as he described his return as 'more special than my debut.' Furthermore, Xerri aims to support other NRL players dealing with mental health issues, wanting to be a rock for them during tough times.

Despite having only a few hours of notice, Xerri embraced his NRL return, eager to make a positive impact. His comeback, alongside Jennings, who also returned from a drug ban, demonstrates the challenges and triumphs of overcoming adversity in professional sports. In a surprising turn of events, Canterbury shocked the Sydney Roosters in a 30-26 victory, showcasing the unpredictable nature of the NRL. The game witnessed concussions, a player sent off, and significant comebacks, adding to the excitement of the match.

Bronson Xerri's story is a testament to resilience and redemption in the face of adversity. His determination to make a positive impact both on and off the field is commendable. The NRL community looks forward to seeing Xerri's continued success and support for his fellow players in difficult times.

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'Some very dark days': Xerri opens up on emotional NRL return after ... (Fox Sports)

'Some very dark days': Xerri opens up on emotional NRL return after four-year drug ban.

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'This is where I belong': Xerri savours NRL return after four-year ban (WAtoday)

Almost five years to the day since his NRL debut, Bronson Xerri made his return on Friday night in a game he said was even more significant.

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'Mum was my rock': Why Xerri's return meant more than his ... (NRL.COM)

Bronson Xerri choked back tears as his mother Teresa made an emotional speech after Friday night's dramatic 30-26 win about her pride in how hard he had ...

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'More special than my debut': Bronson Xerri speaks on emotional ... (Zero Tackle)

Only told hours before last night's game that he would be making his return to the NRL after four-and-a-half years, Bronson Xerri has spoken for the first ...

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Xerri wants to be rock for other NRL stars in bad times (Illawarra Mercury)

Bronson Xerri has detailed how he wants to become a rock for other NRL players dealing with mental health issues, after making his return from a drugs ban.

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Xerri, Jennings drug-ban returns come on short notice (Newcastle Herald)

Bronson Xerri was given only a few hours of notice that his four-and-a-half year NRL exile was set to be over, before he made a return from a drugs ban for ...

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Concussions, two drug-ban returns as Dogs down Roosters (The Advocate)

Canterbury have stunned the Sydney Roosters 30-26, on a night when Dom Young was sent off and James...

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