Canberra Raiders legend Quentin Pongia loses cancer battle aged 48
The rugby league world is in mourning following the death of one of the toughest players of the modern era — with champion Canberra Raiders forward Quentin Pongia passing away aged 48.
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Rugby league great and Canberra Raiders legend Quentin Pongia has passed away following a battle with cancer.
The 48-year-old Kiwi legend was held in high esteem within the game and was considered one of the toughest players to lace the boots.
The rugby league community rallied around Pongia in November last year when he had a tumour removed from his bowel.
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Originally published as Canberra Raiders legend Quentin Pongia loses cancer battle aged 48
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