Former Wigan Warriors youngster one of nine confirmed to depart Castleford Tigers
Castleford Tigers have confirmed the departures of nine players following the conclusion of their 2024 Super League campaign, including a former Wigan Warriors youngster.
Captain Paul McShane has retired from full-time rugby league following the end of the regular campaign, having announced his decision earlier in September.
The 2020 Man of Steel winner enjoyed nine seasons with the Tigers, and was a crucial part of the 2017 side that lifted the League Leaders’ Shield and reached their first ever Super League Grand Final that season.
McShane, who also represented England on the international stage, made more than 200 appearances for Castleford, and retires aged 34.
Corey Hall, Daniel Hindmarsh, Elie El-Zakhem, Jacob Miller, Brad Martin, Luis Johnson and Nixon Putt have also had their departures announced.
Meanwhile, prop forward Samy Kibula will also leave the club after just one season at the Mend–A-Hose Jungle.
The 25-year-old returned to the top flight under head coach Craig Lingard ahead of 2024, making the move from Batley Bulldogs alongside the current boss.
Kibula made his professional debut with Wigan Warriors in 2018 against Huddersfield Giants, his only appearance for the first team after progressing through the academy ranks.
He featured six times for Castleford Tigers in 2024, including twice against the Cherry and Whites.
The forward, who featured on loan at Swinton Lions, London Skolars and Dewsbury Rams during his time at the newly-named the Brick Community Stadium before making a permanent switch to Warrington Wolves, won the Academy Grand Final twice with Wigan.