Long-time PNG skipper Rhyse Martin is transitioning into an off-field role, retiring to become football operations manager at the Chiefs.
Currently playing for Hull KR in the Super League, the 33-year-old will hang up his boots after leading PNG at the World Cup later this year.
Martin will reunite with his Hull KR coach Willie Peters, set to take on the same role at the Chiefs who will enter the NRL in 2028.
The Australian-born second-rower, whose father Steve is from PNG, is one of the country's most respected rugby league figures.
He captained the Kumuls for nearly four years and is the all-time leading scorer in 18 Test appearances.
Making his NRL debut with Canterbury in 2018, Martin played more than 160 Super League matches with Leeds Rhinos and Hull KR.
