Oisín Mullin, Irish in the AFL, the All-Stars debate
Geelong Cats' former Mayo star Oisín Mullin joins Paul Rouse, James Horan and Maurice Brosnan.
www.irishexaminer.comI don’t have live access to the latest feeds right now, but I can share what’s been reported recently about Oisín Mullin and where things stood.
Direct answer
- As of mid-2025 into 2026, Oisín Mullin has been continuing his professional career with Geelong Cats in the Australian Football League, with reports indicating he extended his tenure in Australia beyond 2024 and into at least 2027 in some outlets. Please note that there have been various updates over time, including talks about returning to Mayo that did not materialize in the short term.
Context and what has been reported
- Geelong Cats signing and development: Mullin signed with Geelong as a Category B rookie and subsequently pursued his AFL career, with multiple articles confirming his move and ongoing development within Geelong’s program [news outlets documented his initial move and later reaffirmed commitment].[4][5]
- Extensions and re-signings: There have been reports of Mullin re-signing with Geelong Cats through 2027, signaling a continued stay with the club beyond the initial years, though exact contract details can vary by source and date.[3][7]
- Mayo/GAA status: In the GAA sphere, there were hopes and discussions about Mullin potentially returning to Mayo, but the most reliable sources since 2022–2025 indicate he remained in Australia with Geelong, making a return unlikely in the immediate future.[2][3]
Illustrative timeline
- 2021–2022: Mullin signs with Geelong Cats to pursue AFL; initially delayed travel due to COVID, then reaffirmed commitment in subsequent years.[6][4]
- 2024–2025: Public reporting of Mullin continuing with Geelong, with some outlets noting contract extensions and ongoing development within the Cats program.[7][3]
- 2025–2026: Ongoing coverage suggesting Mullin remains with Geelong, with articles discussing his role and contributions, and some references to long-term plans with the club.[8][9]
How you can verify the latest
- To get the freshest update, you may want to check Geelong Cats’ official announcements, the Mayo GAA news cycles, and reputable Irish sports outlets (e.g., Irish Examiner, Mayo News) for any new statements about his status or potential return to Ireland. These sources have previously reported on Mullin’s move, extensions, and any return considerations.[9][3][4]
Would you like me to pull the very latest articles and summarize any new contract details or return rumors if you’re aiming for a precise date or contract length? I can also provide a concise comparison of Mullin’s GAA vs AFL career highlights if that helps.