Judah Rimbu
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| Full name | Judah Rimbu | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Born | 9 October 2001 Mendi, Papua New Guinea | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 168 cm (5 ft 6 in) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 84 kg (13 st 3 lb) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Position | Hooker | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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As of 18 May 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Judah Rimbu (born 9 October 2001) is a Papua New Guinean professional rugby league footballer who most recently played as a hooker for the Castleford Tigers in the Super League, and for Papua New Guinea at international level.[3][4]
Career
Rimbu made his international debut for Papua New Guinea in their 46–10 victory over Cook Islands in the 2023 Pacific Test.[5]
Castleford Tigers
In September 2024, Rimbu was linked with a move to the Castleford Tigers in the Super League after a prior deal with Hull FC had fallen through.[6][7] On 1 November, Castleford announced that he would join from 2025 on a two-year contract.[8]
Rimbu made his Tigers debut on 9 February against Bradford Bulls in the Challenge Cup.[9] He scored the match-winning try against Salford Red Devils in round 4, and was awarded Man of the Match for his performance in defence and attack.[10][11] He was also named League Express 'gamestar' against Huddersfield in round 9 for a "classy 80-minute display", including making a 20-40 kick.[12] On 14 June, it was announced that Rimbu would be released from his contract by mutual agreement to pursue other playing opportunities, having made 10 appearances for the Tigers.[13]
References
- ^ "Judah Rimbu - Playing Career - RLP". www.rugbyleagueproject.org.
- ^ "Player Summary: Judah Rimbu". Rugby League Records. Rugby League Record Keepers Club. Retrieved 16 June 2025.
- ^ "Six to debut for Kumuls – The National". www.thenational.com.pg.
- ^ "Judah Rimbu". Queensland Rugby League. October 16, 2023.
- ^ "Ex-NRL star's four-try blitz, 'best put-down of the year' contender stun as PNG crush Cook Islands". Fox Sports. October 15, 2023.
- ^ Shaw, Matthew (24 September 2024). "Castleford Tigers target Queensland Cup Player of the Year after exceptional year". Yorkshire Live. Retrieved 31 October 2024.
- ^ Tomlinson, Daniel (13 October 2024). "Judah Rimbu clarity amid Hull FC 'signed' reports for new Castleford Tigers recruit". Hull Daily Mail. Retrieved 31 October 2024.
- ^ "Castleford sign Papua New Guinea hooker Rimbu". BBC Sport. 1 November 2024. Retrieved 1 November 2024.
- ^ Shaw, Matthew (9 February 2025). "Castleford Tigers' pitiful display at Bradford delivers damning insight as new era starts with old problem". All Out Rugby League. Retrieved 20 May 2025.
- ^ Chapman Coombe, Louis (8 March 2025). "Castleford Tigers: The jaw-dropping stats behind 'hero' Judah Rimbu's performance against Salford Red Devils". Love Rugby League. Retrieved 20 May 2025.
- ^ Walker, Callum (7 March 2025). "Castleford Tigers secure first win of season as Judah Rimbu excels against Salford Red Devils". TotalRL. Retrieved 20 May 2025.
- ^ Kilbride, Jacob (26 April 2025). "Castleford Tigers ruthlessly expose Huddersfield Giants' faults". TotalRL. Retrieved 20 May 2025.
- ^ "Cas confirm hooker Rimbu's exit". BBC Sport. 14 June 2025. Retrieved 14 June 2025.