Murphy boost for Giants

Centre hoping to face Wigan in opener

Last Updated: January 25, 2012 6:44pm

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Aaron Murphy: cleared to play by a specialist

Sky Bet

Huddersfield's new signing Aaron Murphy has been cleared to start the new season after recovering from a wrist injury.

The 23-year-old centre, who joined the Giants from Wakefield on a four-year contract, was forced to miss his new club's pre-season friendlies but is hoping to make the team for the opening Super League game at Wigan on Sunday week.

"I got the go-ahead from the specialist a couple weeks back and now my wrist feels fine," he said. "If I get selected for round one, then I'll be an available option."