Ese'ese commits his future to Hull FC

Hull FC have announced that their star man Herman Ese’ese has signed a long-term contract extension with the club.

The powerhouse forward, who currently leads the way in Betfred Super League’s Steve Prescott MBE Man of Steel rankings after an outstanding start to the 2025 season, has signed a three-year extension in West Hull.

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The Hermanator is locked in until 2029 ???

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Already contracted until the end of the 2026 campaign, Ese’ese’s new deal will keep him at the MKM Stadium until at least the end of the 2029 season, with the club holding the option to extend the deal by a further year in 2030.

Undoubtedly one of the competition’s top performing front-rowers this season, the 30-year-old Kiwi has established himself as a cornerstone of the Airlie Birds’ pack since arriving at the club ahead of the 2024 campaign.

Ese’ese, who has made 31 club appearances since his heading to East Yorkshire from NRL side The Dolphins, is enjoying career-best form in 2025, scoring tries in the Black & Whites’ last three fixtures against Leigh Leopards, Wigan Warriors and Wakefield Trinity, as well as leading Super League’s offload charts.

He is the latest key name to commit his future to the club, with Lewis Martin, Harvey Barron, Denive Balmforth and Will Hutchinson all signing new contracts in recent months.

Speaking on the announcement of his new contract with the club, Ese’ese said: “I’m so happy to be extending my time at this amazing club with such a rich history and the best fan base in the league.

"I’d like to thank the Faithful supporters for always showing love and support towards me ever since I arrived in Hull.

"I believe we are building towards something special here and I am really privileged to be a part of that.

"I'm buzzing that I get to don the famous Black & White jersey for more years to come and I will always give one hundred percent. Up the Airlie Birds.”

Hull FC’s Chief Executive Richie Myler, said: “This is a huge statement for our club. Herman has been outstanding in every respect since joining Hull FC.

“His performances speak for themselves, but it’s also the standards he sets both on and off the field, the leadership he brings, and the example he gives to our younger players.

“Retaining someone of his calibre – in the prime of his career – is a sign of our intent and ambition for the future.”

Hull FC Head Coach, John Cartwright, said: “Herman epitomises everything we’re building at this club – hard work, professionalism, and a real team-first mentality.

“He’s not just been one of the best front-rowers in the competition this season – he’s been a genuine leader within our group. I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to continue working with him in the years ahead.”