Latest News About Parramatta Eels Premiership Winner Chris Phelan

Updated 2026-05-05 18:03

Chris Phelan, the former Parramatta Eels forward, has recently been reported as having passed away at age 70 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. The Eels have confirmed his death and are honoring him with black armbands in their upcoming match, and tributes have flowed from the rugby league community.[2][3][5]

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Parramatta Eels Premiership Winner Chris Phelan Dies at 70

Parramatta Eels premiership winner Chris Phelan died aged 70 after a battle with pancreatic cancer, the club said on Tuesday. The former Queensland State of Origin forward was part of Parramatta’s 1982 and 1983 title teams and played 53 games for the club from 1982 to 1984.His death removes one of t…

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Vale Chris Phelan | QRL

It seems almost a throwaway line to say someone always gave 100 percent but in the case of former Queensland State of Origin forward Chris Phelan, it is indeed appropriate.

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Vale: Chris Phelan - Parramatta Eels

The Parramatta Eels are deeply saddened by the passing of Chris Phelan, a member of the club’s 1982 and 1983 Premiership-winning teams.

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