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Castleford centre Mapapalangi extends contract

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Castleford Tigers centre Krystian Mapapalangi extends his contract through to the end of 2029.

Krystian Mapapalangi had spells with NRL sides Newcastle Knights and Wests Tigers before joining Castleford in January [SWPIX. COM] Castleford Tigers centre Krystian Mapapalangi has extended his contract through to the end of 2029. The 23-year-old Australian joined the club on a two-year deal in January and has scored six tries in 11 appearances.

"I have a great relationship with Mapz going back a few years now, and to have him at the club for the next three years is a significant signing," director of rugby Chris Chester told the club website. "He is exactly the type of player we want to build a club around. "