Zac Lomax hasn’t ruled out a potential permanent shift to the wing at Parramatta, but his new teammate Mitchell Moses believes his true strength lies at center. This view from Moses follows Lomax’s standout performance on the wing for Australia over the weekend, where he scored twice to secure the Kangaroos’ place in the Pacific Championship final. Despite thriving in the wing position, rugby league stars like Cameron Munster and Cooper Cronk are puzzled by Lomax’s determination to play center next season.
Lomax left the Dragons for the Eels, taking a pay cut from a more lucrative deal to ensure he plays in the center under coach Jason Ryles. Moses is eager to see what Lomax brings to the Eels next season and was quick to dismiss suggestions that Lomax should stay on the wing. “He’s a center,” Moses said with a laugh on Channel 9, adding that Lomax’s competitive edge on the field is invaluable.
Lomax’s transformation from a promising backline player to a rep-level winger has been widely recognized, even earning him spots in Michael Maguire’s Blues squad and Mal Meninga’s Kangaroos. Cronk and Munster recently noted that while Lomax can play center for Parramatta, his wing skills make him a shoo-in for NSW and Australia selections. Fans have echoed their thoughts on social media, expressing disbelief at Lomax’s decision to move to center after excelling on the wing.