NRL fans take aim at ‘cringey’ TV promo for Lachie Galvin amid shock snub for Josh Papalii….
A recent Fox League promotional clip spotlighting Lachie Galvin drew mixed reactions from NRL fans, with many branding it “cringey.” The backlash intensified when the ad aired around Josh Papalii—a notable omission that fans viewed as bizarre and disrespectful
Terrible timing: Viewers slammed the promo for belittling “big-name” players like Papalii, who many expected to be highlighted instead.
Overhyped execution: Critics felt the clip exaggerated Galvin’s status, making it feel forced or tone-deaf.
Fans voiced their frustrations in the r/nrl subreddit, with comments like:
> **“I saw Galvin’s intro video, and I’m not convinced he can read. So I have strong doubts that the post affected him that much.”**
**“He said the word ‘um’ 45 times in a 10min interview. The bloke can barely speak his first language.”**
Those comments highlight a broader sentiment—many feel the promo didn’t align with Galvin’s on-field performance or his current reputation.
The promo comes amidst a storm surrounding Galvin, who recently turned down a big contract with the Wests Tigers and has since been dropped from the first-grade squad . That background likely amplified fans’ reactions, making the marketing feel even more out of touch.
The promo aimed to capitalize on Galvin’s rising profile.
It misfired with fans who felt it was out of sync and “cringey.”
Leaving out a figure like Papalii added fuel to the fire.
In short, the backlash appears to be a mix of awkward execution and unfortunate timing given the current tensions surrounding Galvin.
Are you surprised by the fan reactions? Do you think the promo misjudged public sentiment—or is it simply a sign that Galvin is still a polarizing figure?
