In updating the condition of Andrew Fifita, after conferring with specialists today at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, the Sharks can inform that Andrew has suffered a laryngeal fracture and is currently in an induced coma.
Andrew is in a stable condition, with a surgical correction scheduled to take place tomorrow (Tuesday) afternoon.
He is receiving the best possible care and all going well, it is expected he will recover in hospital for an extended period.
Andrew's wife Nikki and the Fifita family have expressed their appreciation to all who have sent messages of support and offered well wishes.
The Sharks will provide further updates when more information comes to hand.