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UPDATE 7.50pm Friday, July 31:
Penrith Panthers can confirm fullback Dallin Watene-Zelezniak will undergo season-ending surgery.
"Based on medical advice Dallin received today, he will undergo surgery to alleviate the complications of his recent collapsed lung,” Panthers Head of Rugby League Justin Pascoe said.
"We expect Dallin to make a full recovery and look forward to seeing him in action again soon."
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