Latrell Mitchell has lastly ended his self-imposed media ban, fronting cameras for the primary time in a very long time and cracking jokes forward of South Sydney‘s spherical 10 sport.
The enigmatic Rabbitohs celebrity hadn’t spoken to media since 2024 after he landed in scorching water for an expletive-laden Triple M interview and white powder scandal.
Mitchell’s prolonged absence from official media duties, which all different NRL gamers are obligated to fulfil, had began to attract criticism in current weeks.
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The likes of James Maloney and Josh Morris had spoken out relating to Mitchell’s stance, however league nice Timana Tahu earlier within the yr defended the Bunnies centre.
However in a stunning flip of occasions, Mitchell – regardless of not being listed within the rundown despatched by the membership on Monday – turned up for a press convention on Tuesday morning.
Latrell Mitchell speaks to media. 9
“Welcome to Trellevision,” the 28-year-old mentioned as he walked in.
Mitchell was instantly requested what prompted him to finish his media ban, explaining it was to honour long-time teammate Campbell Graham forward of a milestone sport.
“[I’m here] for Stretchy, large Campbell is enjoying his a hundred and fiftieth this week and he is one in every of my nice mates and all-time teammates, I am very pleased with him,” he mentioned.
“It is a special day this week and I solely need to discuss on particular events now.
“Campbell has been an excellent teammate to me for a very long time and I assumed, what higher time to come back out and have a yarn.”
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The 2-time premiership winner was requested questions on his future on the Rabbitohs past 2027 and probably shifting to the PNG Chiefs, delivering some one-line replies.
“At all times gotta preserve stuff from you guys,” he mentioned.
“Who’s that? I did not even know, is {that a} group?
“I am going to go away that to my supervisor … South Sydney is the place it is at.”
Latrell Mitchell delivered an on-field speech on Anzac Day. NRL Imagery
Whereas he was quick and sharp relating to loads of points, the one factor Mitchell was eager to speak about was his teammates at Redfern after a great begin to the season.
“I like each single one in every of them,” he mentioned.
“They’ve all acquired their completely different traits and personalities and I join with plenty of them.”
Mitchell additionally confirmed that he approached Wayne Bennett a couple of potential transfer again to the centres this season and mentioned he “would play front-row” for the legendary coach.
The subject of representing NSW was additionally addressed, however Mitchell remained coy.
“I am going to see how we go … I have not spoken to Laurie (Daley),” he mentioned.
“I like the Blues, it is what we signify. Once you put the blue on, it is a completely different story.”
Latrell Mitchell in the course of the 2025 collection. Getty
He was additionally requested whether or not Graham might make his State of Origin debut later this month.
“Undoubtedly, he is been within the dialog for a couple of years,” Mitchell mentioned.
“Campbell would do the job, he at all times does and he does not complain, no matter if he is acquired one shoulder or one leg, he’ll preserve going till that remaining hooter.”
Mitchell rounded out his presser being requested whether or not he had something to get off his chest after remaining silent for therefore lengthy, hinting at how pleased he’s proper now.
“Not on digicam – I am going to inform you later off file,” he smiled.
“I am pleased to be right here, you’ll be able to inform I’ve acquired a smile on my face.”
Souths will tackle the Cronulla Sharks this weekend.
