Asu Kepaoa has decided to loose much interest in the penrith after the conversation he had with the
Asu Kepaoa, a versatile rugby league player capable of playing as a centre, winger, and second-row forward, transitioned from the Wests Tigers to the Penrith Panthers in June 2024. This move came after Kepaoa was granted an immediate release from the final year of his contract with the Tigers, allowing him to sign with the Panthers until the end of the 2025 season. citeturn0search1turn0search4
The decision to release Kepaoa was influenced by the Panthers’ need for depth in their backline, particularly due to the unavailability of Taylan May. Penrith sought Kepaoa’s versatility to bolster their squad during this period. citeturn0search8
However, in September 2024, Kepaoa faced legal issues after pleading guilty to speeding more than 30 km/h over the limit on the Hume Motorway in southwest Sydney. He was caught driving at 150 km/h in a 110 km/h zone and was found to be driving without valid Australian driving privileges, presenting a New Zealand driver’s license despite his Australian privileges being withdrawn. citeturn0news19
As of March 2025, there is no publicly available information indicating that Kepaoa has lost interest in the Penrith Panthers or has had any conversations leading to such a sentiment. All reports suggest that he remains committed to his contract with the Panthers, which extends through the 2025 season.
It’s important to note that player sentiments and contractual situations can evolve, and any updates beyond the current information would require official confirmation from the involved parties.
