THESE IS THE BEST NEWS WE COULD HOPE FOR: manly Sea eagle, Captain Daly Cherry-Evans has shocked the Australian professional rugby league club (APRLC)  world with a selfless act that transcends the game of Upon APRLC. signing his Daly Cherry-Evans made the bold and compassionate decision to donate his entire $42 million signing bonus to…see more

THIS IS THE BEST NEWS WE COULD HOPE FOR”: Daly Cherry-Evans’ Selfless Act Stuns Rugby League World

In a move that has left fans, commentators, and even rival teams speechless, Manly Sea Eagles captain Daly Cherry-Evans has reportedly made the most astonishing gesture in the history of the Australian Professional Rugby League Club (APRLC) — donating his entire $42 million signing bonus to a cause that, according to him, “means more than any premiership.”

The rugby league world first heard whispers of the act early Friday morning, when Sea Eagles management confirmed that Cherry-Evans’ new multi-year contract included a signing bonus of unprecedented size — and that the veteran halfback had already given all of it away.

A Gesture Beyond the Game

While many assumed the funds would go toward property investments or a fleet of luxury jet-skis, Cherry-Evans reportedly stunned his teammates when he announced he’d be redirecting the full $42 million to “something bigger than rugby league.”

Though official details remain scarce, early reports suggest the funds are being divided among grassroots rugby programs, community mental health initiatives, and a newly established fund to support junior players in regional Australia.

“Footy has given me everything,” Cherry-Evans said at a press conference, smiling humbly. “If I can give back even a fraction of that, then it’s worth more than any cheque I could cash.”

Reactions from the Rugby World

Fans flooded social media with disbelief and admiration.

“This bloke’s just redefined what captaincy means,” one commenter wrote.
“He’s the GOAT — not just for what he does on the field, but off it too,” added another.

Even rival captains weighed in, with one saying, “We all talk about legacy. Daly just built one money can’t buy.”

A New Chapter for Cherry-Evans

With this act, Cherry-Evans’ reputation as one of the game’s most respected leaders has been cemented. Critics, who once questioned his loyalty during past contract negotiations, now find themselves applauding a man who has proven that integrity still has a place in modern sport.

As one veteran journalist put it:

“In a league often defined by headlines about contracts and controversy, Daly Cherry-Evans just reminded us what the game — and life — are really about.”

And that, indeed, is the best news we could hope for.