Gagai cleared for shock allegiance switch ahead of World Cup

The Newcastle Knights centre is now eligible for another Tier 1 nation after last playing for Australia in 2018.

By Leo Twemlow · Zero Tackle

Published: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 1:09 AM

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Dane Gagai has been cleared to switch his international allegiance from Australia to New Zealand.
The Newcastle Knights centre is eligible to represent the Kiwis ahead of the upcoming World Cup.
Gagai last played internationally for Australia in 2018, opening the door for the Tier 1 switch.

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Newcastle Knights centre Dane Gagai has received approval to switch his international allegiance from Australia to the New Zealand Kiwis ahead of the World Cup. The experienced back is now cleared to represent another Tier 1 nation on the international stage.

Gagai last represented Australia in 2018, which paved the way for his eligibility change to the Kiwis under international rugby league eligibility guidelines.

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Gagai cleared for shock allegiance switch ahead of World Cup

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