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DARK SECRETS: Bellamy s stunning storm reveal on papenhuyzen return - The Real Truth

Ryan Papenhuyzen came up with two crucial plays in the Storm's win over the Dolphins. (Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS)

Craig Bellamy has revealed he considered not playing star fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen in the NRL on his return from an ankle injury.

The 2020 Clive Churchill Medal winner came up with two crucial plays in the 30-24 win over the Dolphins on Friday night after missing five NRL matches with a right ankle fracture that had required surgery following the 22-20 win over Gold Coast in May.

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