Canterbury Bulldogs star Daniel Suluka-Fifita has caused a significant uproar following an explosive social media post that has ignited a fierce clash between Bulldogs and Sydney Roosters fans. The post, which has since been deleted, was deemed highly offensive to Roosters supporters and has intensified the rivalry between the two clubs.
Suluka-Fifita’s now-deleted post which was a reply on a video of Roosters fans Celebrating read, “Sydney Roosters fans are the most deluded bunch I’ve ever come across. It’s laughable how they think their team is anything special when they’ve achieved nothing of note. Get over yourselves!”
The post quickly went viral, attracting widespread criticism from Roosters fans and leading to a heated exchange of words between the two fanbases. The derogatory remarks were seen as a direct insult to the Roosters team and their supporters, leading to an outpouring of anger online.
Roosters fans were quick to express their outrage, taking to social media to condemn Suluka-Fifita’s comments. Many accused him of lacking respect and professionalism. One fan tweeted, “Daniel Suluka-Fifita has shown complete disrespect with his comments. It’s unacceptable for a player to demean other teams and their supporters like this.” Another added, “This kind of behavior is disgraceful. Suluka-Fifita owes an apology to the Roosters and their fans for such derogatory remarks.”
The controversy has amplified the already fierce rivalry between the Bulldogs and Roosters, shifting the focus from their on-field performances to off-field drama.
In contrast, Bulldogs fans have come to Suluka-Fifita’s defense, suggesting that the post was meant as light-hearted banter rather than a serious attack. Many supporters have argued that the backlash is an overreaction. One fan commented, “It’s just some competitive banter. Roosters fans need to relax. Suluka-Fifita is a valuable player and shouldn’t be judged solely on one social media post.”
Another supporter said, “People are blowing this way out of proportion. Suluka-Fifita’s post was clearly just a bit of fun, and the Roosters fans need to let it go.”
As of now, neither the Canterbury Bulldogs nor the Sydney Roosters have issued official statements regarding the incident. However, the Bulldogs are expected to handle the situation internally, given the media attention it has received.
A representative from the NRL commented, “The league is aware of the situation and will be monitoring it closely. While social media conduct is important, any further actions or sanctions will depend on a thorough review of the incident.”
The rivalry between the Bulldogs and Roosters has always been charged with passion and intensity. This latest controversy adds another layer to the competition, with fans from both sides now more eager than ever to see their teams succeed.
NRL commentator Phil Gould noted, “The social media spat between Suluka-Fifita and Roosters fans will only add more fire to the rivalry. It’s another example of how off-field incidents can heighten the excitement of these matchups.”
For Daniel Suluka-Fifita, addressing the situation publicly could help to mitigate the fallout. While the post has been deleted, the impact remains. An apology or clarification might help to smooth over tensions with Roosters supporters and refocus attention on the upcoming matches.
The Bulldogs will likely want to move past this controversy quickly to avoid any further distractions. As they continue their season, the team’s focus will need to shift back to performance and preparation rather than off-field disputes.
