‘My Phone’s On’: In-Form Bulldogs Prop Max King Welcomes Interest from Representative Coaches

Max King has emerged as a standout player for the Bulldogs over the past year, placing him in contention for representative duties in the near future.

The front-rower played a vital yet understated role in Canterbury’s return to finals contention last season and has continued to impress this year.

This season, King has been averaging an impressive 151 run metres and 30 tackles per match across his five games, helping the unbeaten Bulldogs secure the top spot on the ladder.

While he may not be a frontrunner for State of Origin selection, his current form certainly merits consideration from Laurie Daley, who is set to return as the NSW Blues coach for a second term.

Interestingly, King has also indicated he would consider representing England, his country of birth, if an opportunity arises.

“I always say the same thing – my mum is English and her family would love for me to play. My dad’s Australian and he’d love to see me play for them,” he shared with 9News Sydney.

“My phone is always on. I say whoever calls me first – but it hasn’t rung yet.”

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Now 27, King joined the Dogs three years ago after battling injuries at the Melbourne Storm, and he has steadily progressed into a key player.

Currently at the peak of his career as a middle-forward, King expressed that finding the perfect balance in weight is his greatest challenge each week.

“I have always been pretty conscious about maintaining the right weight,” he admitted.

“If I’m too heavy, I get anxious about being too slow, and if I’m too light, I worry I won’t hold my ground.”

“I’m sitting at around 110 kilos for each game, which feels good for me; I feel strong.”

King is set to play for the Bulldogs in their traditional Good Friday fixture against South Sydney.