Gold Coast Titans coach Des Hasler insists that sidelined star David Fifita remains a crucial part of the team’s plans despite recent challenges, including Fifita’s reserve grade demotion and ankle surgery. With the Titans struggling at the bottom of the NRL ladder, Hasler is under pressure to achieve finals qualification to secure his position beyond 2026. He emphasizes the importance of winning games to silence critics and expresses confidence in the team’s ability to improve, stating their relationship is strong and focused on moving forward.
