The Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs have confirmed the departure of young forward Liam Knight as they continue to restructure their roster for the upcoming 2025 NRL season.

Liam Knight, who joined the Bulldogs mid-season in 2023 from the South Sydney Rabbitohs, made two appearances for Canterbury during the 2024 NRL season.
Knight’s career has been marked by several club transitions. He began with the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles, making his NRL debut in 2016, before moving to the Sydney Roosters and then the Canberra Raiders. In 2019, he joined the Rabbitohs, where he had a more stable tenure until his mid-season switch to the Bulldogs in 2023.
The Bulldogs’ decision to release Knight is part of a broader strategy to revamp their squad. In December 2024, the club announced the departure of ten players, signaling a significant shift in their recruitment and retention policies.
While the Bulldogs have not publicly detailed the reasons behind Knight’s release, such decisions are typically influenced by factors including salary cap considerations, player performance, and alignment with the club’s long-term objectives.
As a free agent, Knight now has the opportunity to explore contracts with other NRL clubs or consider opportunities in international leagues. His experience across multiple teams and positions makes him a versatile candidate for clubs seeking to bolster their forward pack.
The Bulldogs, under the leadership of head coach Cameron Ciraldo, are expected to continue their recruitment drive to fill the gaps left by departing players and enhance their competitiveness in the 2025 season. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how these changes impact the team’s performance in the upcoming season.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!