Lachlan Ilias in Major Dragons Development Amid Shane Flanagan’s Call on Ben Hunt’s Successor
The St George Illawarra Dragons are facing a pivotal moment in their rebuilding process following the shock exit of star halfback Ben Hunt. The veteran playmaker’s departure, which has left a significant hole in the club’s spine, has forced coach Shane Flanagan to accelerate his search for a new leader in the halves. In a major development, Lachlan Ilias, the talented South Sydney Rabbitohs halfback, is emerging as the frontrunner to fill the shoes of the departing Hunt.
Hunt, who has been the face of the Dragons for several years, recently requested a release from the club, citing personal and professional reasons. The club granted his wish, and he is set to join an undisclosed NRL rival, leaving a leadership vacuum in the Dragons’ ranks. As one of the game’s premier playmakers, Hunt’s exit has prompted immediate questions about who
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