Sullivan 2026-27 Contract Extension
16th October 2025
The South Sydney Rabbitohs are delighted to announce the contract extension of half Jayden ‘Bud’ Sullivan for the 2026 and 2027 seasons today. Sullivan, 24, joined the Rabbitohs in 2025 on a one-year deal, however his performances throughout the season have earned him a two-year contract extension with the Club following a release from the remainder of his contract with the Wests Tigers. Sullivan, Rabbitohs first grade player number 1204, made his NRL debut for the Dragons against the Storm in round 20 of the 2020 season, going on to play 48 NRL games so far in his career, 13 of which have been for the Rabbitohs.
Rabbitohs Head of Recruitment and Retention, Mark Ellison, says Sullivan has had his contract extended due to his hard work and dedication to the Club. "Bud did a great job for us this season under difficult circumstances and he has earned his new contract," Mr Ellison said. "He played nearly every game up until the midway point of the season when he suffered his broken leg, and he was forming some good combinations with the other halves in our squad. He is very keen to continue playing under Wayne (Bennett) and with his teammates, and we’re looking forward to seeing him back on the field in the red and green over the next two seasons."
Sullivan is very happy to be staying at South Sydney. "I’ve really enjoyed my first season here at Souths and it feels like I’ve found my home," Sullivan said. "Everyone has been so welcoming, and I feel like I’ve been here much longer than one season. The Members and fans have been so supportive and respectful, and I can’t wait to get back out on the field with the boys to represent this Club, to work towards the success I know that we can have."
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