Newcastle Knights release Adam Elliott amid injury setback, fans mourn departure
Newcastle Knights have announced the release of key forward Adam Elliott today, leaving supporters saddened by the departure of the experienced campaigner, who is currently recovering from a serious biceps injury. The move comes as Elliott undergoes rehabilitation following surgery this week for a biceps tear sustained in Round 12 of the 2025 season. While the club has not confirmed the surgical type, medical experts assume a tendon repair— a procedure that reattaches the biceps tendon to the elbow, critical to avoiding significant function loss, with a typical 12-week recovery timeline.
Elliott joined the Knights in 2023 and quickly became a valued member of the forward pack. His contributions were instrumental in the club’s return to finals football that year, finishing 5th, and again in 2024 when they secured an 8th-place finish. He played pivotal roles in those playoff runs, highlighted by scoring two tries in a memorable 2024 match, and was renowned for his robust defensive efforts and leadership on the field. However, the 2025 season has seen the Knights struggle for form, coinciding with Elliott’s injury absence.
Knights general manager of football Danny Buderus expressed regret over the decision, stating: “Adam has been a dedicated contributor to our squad, playing key roles in our recent finals campaigns. This was a difficult call, made amid his injury recovery, and we wish him well for the future.” Supporters have taken to social media to voice their sadness, praising Elliott’s work ethic and commitment to the club during his three-year tenure.
Elliott reflected on his time in Newcastle, saying: “I’m grateful for the opportunity to have played here and contributed to finals football. While this departure is unexpected, I’m focused on my recovery and looking ahead to my next chapter.” The release leaves a gap in the Knights’ experienced forward stocks as they aim to stabilise their season, while Elliott prepares to rehabilitate and seek new opportunities once cleared to play.
