He scored a try in the 1999 NRL Grand Final at Stadium Australia, with the Storm defeating St George Illawarra Dragons 20–18.

Martin then travelled with Melbourne to contest the 2000 World Club Challenge against Super League Champions St Helens R.F.C.

after being given special exemption from the overseas quota due to Crusaders' withdrawal from Super League at the end of the 2011 season.

[6] He played at centre for the Melbourne Storm in the 1999 NRL Grand Final, scoring a try in his side's victory.

Tony Martin was eligible to play for the Queensland Maroons, but a glut of fine centres have seen the tenacious and safe defender lose out on representative football.