Eels reveal Moses injury outlook ahead of Origin II

Parramatta Eels are optimistic that their key playmaker, Mitchell Moses, will be available for their match against the Canterbury Bulldogs on June 8. Moses has been sidelined with a hamstring injury, which also forced him to miss the opening game of the State of Origin series for New South Wales.

The injury ruled Moses out of the Eels' upcoming game against the Newcastle Knights. Despite his absence, NSW Blues coach Laurie Daley has indicated he will still consider Moses for Game II of the State of Origin series, scheduled for June 17 in Melbourne, provided he plays for his club. However, if Moses fails to return for the Eels, Daley may need to reassess his selection.

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It's quite minor actually … I don't think it'll be too long so we'll just see how he progresses this week with his rehab.

Parramatta coach Jason Ryles described Moses's injury as "quite minor" and expressed hope for his swift return. "I don't think it'll be too long so we'll just see how he progresses this week with his rehab," Ryles said. He added that Moses could potentially play against the Bulldogs "at a pinch."

This is not the first time Moses has been unavailable for club and state due to a soft-tissue injury. However, Ryles dismissed any trend, attributing it to "bad luck" and the inherent risks of having representative players. The Eels are currently dealing with a significant injury list, including Jonah Pezet (hamstring) and Junior Paulo (knee surgery), with Jack Williams set to captain the team against the Knights.

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(He could play against the Bulldogs) at a pinch. I'm not sure what Loz has in mind … that's up to Laurie.