Ronaldo Mulitalo entered the 2026 NRL season after an ACL tear, but he returned from that injury earlier than expected. This profile separates confirmed facts about his injury, contract, heritage, and stats from the search-driven curiosity surrounding the Cronulla Sharks winger.
Born: 17 November 1999 | Age: 26 during the 2026 NRL season | Birthplace: Auckland, New Zealand | Club: Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks | Position: Winger | NRL debut: 2019
Current status
- Injury update: Returned in May 2026 after ACL rupture.
- Team: Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks
- 2026 NRL season context: Cleared to play after mid-season comeback.
Player snapshot
- Born 17 Nov 1999, Auckland
- Winger, NRL debut 2019
- Position and club: Winger for Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks
Heritage & family
- Nationality: New Zealand
- Reported Samoan and Tokelauan heritage
- Father reported to be of Samoan descent
Contract & numbers
- Jersey number: 5
- Contract status for 2026: Runs until end of 2028 per Zero Tackle
- Salary figures not officially released
| Date of birth | 17 November 1999 |
| Age | 26 during the 2026 NRL season |
| Birthplace | Auckland, New Zealand |
| Nationality | New Zealand |
| Reported heritage | Samoan and Tokelauan |
| Position | Winger |
| Club | Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks |
| NRL debut | 2019 |
| Reported height | Approx. 190 cm (6 ft 3 in) |
| Jersey number | 5 |
What happened to Ronaldo Mulitalo?
Mulitalo ruptured his ACL while representing New Zealand against Samoa in the Pacific Championships. Cronulla confirmed on 23 October 2025 that the injury occurred during that match, with surgery scheduled within the following week, as reported by the Cronulla Sharks official site.
Is Ronaldo Mulitalo injured?
As of May 2026, Mulitalo is no longer sidelined. The NRL reported on 16 May 2026 that he returned to play in the Sharks’ 38-16 win over the Bulldogs at Magic Round, having recovered from the ACL injury sustained in October 2025.
What is Ronaldo’s current injury status?
Mulitalo is currently active and cleared to play. The club stated he would work with medical staff to return during the 2026 NRL season, which he achieved in May. ESPN noted the injury occurred late in New Zealand’s 24-18 win over Samoa in Auckland, and Cronulla would be eligible for salary cap dispensation since it happened at representative level.
What ethnicity is Ronaldo Mulitalo?
Ronaldo Mulitalo was born in Auckland, New Zealand, making him a New Zealand national. According to the New Zealand Rugby League, he has Samoan heritage. Profiles also report Tokelauan ancestry. His father is reported to be of Samoan descent. Ethnicity and nationality are separate: he holds New Zealand nationality with Samoan and Tokelauan heritage.
Where is Ronaldo’s father originally from?
His father is reported to be of Samoan descent, though his exact village or island of origin is not confirmed in official sources.
What is Ronaldo Mulitalo’s nationality?
He is a New Zealand national, born in Auckland.
How old is Ronaldo Mulitalo?
Mulitalo was born on 17 November 1999, according to the Cronulla Sharks player page. He turned 26 during the 2026 NRL season and will turn 27 on 17 November 2026.
His birthplace is Auckland, New Zealand, as listed on the same official page.
How tall is Ronaldo Mulitalo?
The Cronulla Sharks official site lists his height as 190 cm. Zero Tackle also reports 190 cm and a weight of 95 kg. He plays as a winger for Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks and wears jersey number 5.
What position does Ronaldo Mulitalo play?
He plays as a winger.
What jersey number does Ronaldo Mulitalo wear?
His Sharks jersey number is 5.
Which NRL team does Ronaldo Mulitalo play for?
He is contracted to the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks.
What is Ronaldo Mulitalo’s contract status for 2026?
Zero Tackle reported on 13 April 2026 that his current contract with Cronulla runs until the end of 2028. No official Sharks or NRL announcement has confirmed a contract extension or expiry beyond that, so the 2026 season is not a contract year based on available data.
What this means: Mulitalo is signed through 2028, so his 2026 status is secure with the Sharks.
What is Ronaldo Mulitalo’s salary?
Exact salary figures are not officially published. Any reported salary must be attributed and labeled as an estimate. No confirmed figure exists from the Sharks or NRL.
What is Ronaldo Mulitalo’s current contract with the Sharks?
As per Zero Tackle, the contract extends to the end of 2028.
“Mind over matter drives Mulitalo’s stunning return.”
— NRL, 16 May 2026
“Mulitalo described his comeback as coming after ‘seven or eight’ surgeries in the past decade.”
— NRL
Timeline
- 17 November 1999: Born in Auckland, New Zealand.
- 2019: Made NRL debut for Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks; also made Test debut for Samoa.
- 23 October 2025: ACL rupture confirmed by Cronulla Sharks.
- 16 May 2026: Returned to play for Sharks in Magic Round win over Bulldogs.
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For a deeper look at Ronaldo Mulitalos injury and ethnicity, including his State of Origin eligibility and ACL recovery, check out this detailed profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ronaldo Mulitalo cleared to play in the Sharks’ next match?
Yes, he returned to play on 16 May 2026 and is currently active.
What is Ronaldo Mulitalo’s injury history?
He suffered an ACL rupture in October 2025 and had multiple surgeries in the past decade.
How many NRL tries has Ronaldo Mulitalo scored?
Try counts are not included in the verified facts; refer to NRL.com stats for updated totals.
How many NRL games has Ronaldo Mulitalo played?
Game counts are not included in the verified facts; refer to NRL.com stats for updated totals.
What is Ronaldo Mulitalo’s playing weight?
Zero Tackle lists his weight as 95 kg.
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