Wests Tigers forward Liam Fulton has been called into the NRL All Stars side to replace club teammate Gareth Ellis, who was ruled out with a groin injury.
The 26-year-old had a stint with English club Huddersfield in 2009 before returning with a strong year for the Tigers last season.
Fulton, who has never played representative football, said he's looking forward to showing what he can do in the showpiece match against the Indigenous All Stars.
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Chris Heighington wasn't considered as Ellis' replacement because of his own ankle problem, and Fulton has graciously accepted the opportunity.
"It is disappointing for Gareth to be ruled out but I will make the most of my opportunity," Fulton said ahead of the match on February 12 on the Gold Coast.
"The All Stars game was a great spectacle last season and I am really looking forward to playing alongside some of these elite players under coach Wayne Bennett. I'm very excited."
The Indigenous All Stars will name a replacement for injured Test forward Sam Thaiday later this week.
