UNBELIEVABLE Josh Addo-Carr, who was fired by the Canterbury Bulldogs, accepts a laboring position on a construction site: “Dude, it’s bloody difficult.”
In a move that has left fans and the rugby league world stunned, **Josh Addo-Carr**, once a star winger for the Canterbury Bulldogs, has taken a surprising career turn after being let go by the club. The speedster, who gained recognition for his explosive pace and try-scoring ability, has accepted a laboring position on a construction site. In an interview, Addo-Carr described the challenges of his new job, saying, “Dude, it’s bloody difficult.”
Addo-Carr’s sudden shift from professional rugby league to manual labor comes after he was fired by the Bulldogs amid a series of internal team issues and ongoing struggles with form. Despite being one of the NRL’s fastest players, the decision to part ways with him raised many eyebrows, especially given his previous success and reputation as one of the best wingers in the competition.
“I was always the guy who’d sprint down the wing, but carrying bricks and digging trenches? Totally different kind of hustle,” Addo-Carr said with a laugh during a recent interview. “I thought I knew hard work, but this? This is next level.”
While some fans are confused by the unexpected career move, others are showing support for Addo-Carr’s willingness to take on a humbling new role. It’s a stark reminder that professional athletes, no matter how high their status, are not immune to the realities of life after sport.
Addo-Carr’s decision to step into manual labor also highlights the pressure that many NRL players face, especially when their careers come to unexpected crossroads. For now, it seems the former Bulldogs star is embracing the grind, and despite the physical toll, he’s taking the challenges in stride with his trademark sense of humor. “One thing’s for sure,” he added with a grin, “you won’t catch me slowing down anytime soon.”