Nathan Cleary, Isaah Yeo and Dylan Edwards lead a strong Penrith Panthers side as they welcome back their big guns for their final trial against the Tigers.

Daly Cherry-Evans will step out in Roosters for the first time this weekend.

Meanwhile, the Storm have named several of their main stars for their final trial.as have the Tigers and Sharks and the Eels have made a statement.

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Read on for the NRL Team Tips for trials week three.

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 20

New Zealand Warriors vs. Dolphins at Leichhardt Oval, 6:00pm AEDT

Warriors team: 1. Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad 2. Dallin Watene-Zelezniak 3. Ali Leiataua 4. Adam Pompey 5. Haizyn Mellars 6. Luke Hanson 7. Tanah Boyd 8. Tanner Stowers-Smith 9. Wayde Egan 10. Jackson Ford 11. Kurt Capewell 12. Jacob Laban 13. Erin Clark 14. Samuel Healey 15. Morgan Gannon 16. Leka Halasima 17. Eddie Ieremia-Toeava 18. Taine Tuaupiki 21. Kayliss Fatialofa 22. Jack Thompson 23. Makaia Tafua 24. Motu Pasikala 25. Sio Kali 26. Caelys-paul Putoko 27. Geronimo Doyle 28. Rodney Tuipulotu-Vea 29. Paea Sikuvea

Analysis: The Warriors will welcome back several players this week, but will still be without a handful of stars. Charne Nicoll-Klokstad, Dallin Watene-Zelezniak and Taine Tuaupiki headline the returnees. Meanwhile, Chanel Harris-Tavita, Marata Niukore and Roger Tuivasa-Sheck have all been rested as they race the clock for Round 1.

Dolphins team: 1. Trai Fuller 2. Jamayne Isaako 3. Jake Averillo 4. Herbie Farnworth 5. Selwyn Cobbo 6. Kodi Nikorima 7. Isaiya Katoa 8. Francis Molo 9. Brad Schneider 10. Tom Gilbert 11. Connelly Lemuelu 12. Oryn Keeley 13. Morgan Knowles 14. Tevita Naufahu 15. Thomas Flegler 16. Kulikefu Finefeuiaki 17. John Fineanganofo 18. Sebastian Su’a 19. Elijah Rasmussen 20. Brian Pouniu 21. Zac Garton 22. Brent Woolf 23. Adaquix-Jeramiah Watts-Luke 24. Sangstar Figota 25. Noah Fien 26. Elijah McKay

Analysis: Trai Fuller has been handed the fullback role and will have one last attempt to push his case for Round 1 selection. There have been whispers that he will play fullback this year, but with no Hamsio Tabuai-Fidow playing this week, fans will have to wait and see if it’s true or not. Herbie Farnworth and Kodi Nikorima will run out for the first time this weekend, while Brent Woolf – the nephew of coach Krisitan Woolf – has been granted a spot on the reserves after being named in the All Stars clash.

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Wests Tigers vs. Penrith Panthers at Leichhardt Oval 8:10pm AEDT

Tigers team: 1. Jahream Bula 2. Heamasi Makasini 3. Taylan May 4. Starford To’a 5. Sunia Turuva 6. Jarome Luai 7. Adam Doueihi 8. Bunty Afoa 9. Apisai Koroisau 10. Fonua Pole 11. Samuela Fainu 12. Kai Pearce-Paul 13. Alex Twal 14. Jock Madden 15. Jack Attard 16. Alex Seyfarth 17. Sione Fainu 18. Patrick Herbert 19. Tony Sukkar 20. Kit Laulilii 21. Tristan Hope 22. Heath Mason 23. Luke Laulilii 24. Jared Haywood 25. Mavrik Geyer 26. Faaletino Tavana 27. Charlie Murray 28. Javon Andrews

Analysis: The Wests Tigers will unleash the halves pairing of Jarome Luai and Adam Doueihi at the eighth wonder of the world. After claiming all 15 pre-season points last week, the Wests Tigers have named all their star players such as Jahream Bula. Heamasi Makasini has transitioned from the centres to the wing, while Bunty Afoa has been named in the starting front-row. Royce Hunt and Jeral Skelton are surprising absences.

Panthers team: 1. Dylan Edwards, 2. Tom Jenkins, 3. Izack Tago, 4. Paul Alamoti, 5. Brian To’o, 6. Blaize Talagi, 7. Nathan Cleary, 8. Moses Leota, 9. Mitch Kenny, 10. Lindsay Smith, 11. Isaiah Papali’i, 12. Kalani Going, 13. Isaah Yeo, 14. Freddy Lussick, 15. Billy Phillips, 16. Zakauri Clarke, 17. Luron Patea, 18. Jaxen Edgar, 19. Patrick Moimoi, 20. Tom Ale, 21. Jesse McLean, 22. Sione Fonua, 23. Kurt Falls, 24. Keahn Skipps, 25. Jirah Liddiard, 26. Billy Scott 27. Harry Armstrong

Analysis: The Penrith Panthers have named a star-studded squad for their final trial match before the regular season begins. Superstar trio Dylan Edwards, Brian To’o and Nathan Cleary headline the team but it will be interesting to see how many minutes they end up spending on the field come Friday night. Fans will get to see Freddy Lussick for the first time in Penrith colours after an impressive pre-season, while Casey McLean, Liam Martin, Scott Sorensen, Liam Henry and Jack Cogger have been left out.

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SATURDAY FEBRUARY 21

Cronulla Sharks vs Canberra Raiders at Polytec Stadium, Gosford 3:50pm AEDT

Sharks team: 1. William Kennedy 2. Sione Katoa 3. Jesse Ramien 4. KL Iro 5. Samuel Stonestreet 6. Braydon Trindall 7. Nicho Hynes 8. Addin Fonua-Blake 9. Blayke Brailey 10. Thomas Hazelton 11. Briton Nikora 12. Billy Burns 13. Jesse Colquhoun 14. Siosifa Talakai 15. Toby Rudolf 16. Oregon Kaufusi 17. Braeden Uele 18. Hohepa Puru 19. Tuku Hau Tapuha 20. Mawene Hiroti 21. Jayden Berrell 22. Niwhai Puru 23. Riley Jones

Analysis: After being demolished by the Eels last Sunday at Henson Park, the Sharks welcome back their regular first-graders with Nicho Hynes, Addin Fonua-Blake and Blayke Brailey all named to play. Samuel Stonestreet has been named on the wing and this is the biggest hint that he will take Ronaldo Mulitalo’s spot in the starting team. A late withdrawal last week, rookie fullback Liam Ison has not been named and will have to wait to make his return to the field from an ACL injury.

Raiders team: 1. Daine Laurie 2. Savelio Tamale 3. Simi Sasagi 4. Sebastian Kris 5. Xavier Savage 6. Ethan Alaia 7. Jalen Afamasaga 8. Ata Mariota 9. Jayden Brailey 10. Zac Hosking 11. Matt Nicholson 12. Noah Martin 13. Morgan Smithies 14. Owen Pattie 15. Jed Stuart 16. Sione Finau 17. Jordan Uta 18. Chevy Stewart 19. Mark Tuialii 20. Shaun Packer 21. Myles Martin 22. Jake Clydsdale 23. Joseph Roddy 24. Saxon Innes 25. Braydan Darmody 26. Michael Asomua 27. Samuel Hyne 28. Vena Patuki-Case

Analysis: The Raiders have named a stronger squad than last week with Simi Sasagi, Xavier Savage and Zac Hosking taking the field this week but have decided to rest Kaeo Weekes, Ethan Strange and Hudson Young. Daine Laurie has been named at fullback and there is no sign of either Coby Black or Ethan Sanders in the halves. Instead the halves combination will be made up of rookies Ethan Alaia and Jalen Afamasaga.

Sydney Roosters vs Parramatta Eels at Polytec Stadium, Gosford 6:00pm AEDT

Roosters team: 1. James Tedesco 2. Tommy Talau 3. Billy Smith 4. Fetalaiga Pauga 5. Mark Nawaqanitawase 6. Daly Cherry-Evans 7. Sam Walker 8. Naufahu Whyte 9. Reece Robson 10. Lindsay Collins 11. Angus Crichton 12. Nat Butcher 13. Blake Steep 14. Connor Watson 15. Siua Wong 16. Spencer Leniu 17. Egan Butcher 18. Salesi Foketi 19. Benaiah Ioelu 20. Hugo Savala 21. Cody Ramsey 22. Toby Rodwell 23. Tom Rodwell 24. Junior Tupou

Analysis: Prized recruit Daly Cherry-Evans will wear Roosters colours for the first time this weekend and will accompany Sam Walker in the halves, while James Tedesco and Reece Robson will complement the spine. Trent Robinson has decided to name all of the club’s international representatives but not Robert Toia. This means the likes of Naufahu Whyte, Angus Crichton, Lindsay Collins, Connor Watson and Spencer Leniu will all get minutes under their belt before Round 1.

Eels team: 1. Isaiah Iongi 2. Bailey Simonsson 3. Viliami Penisini 4. Sean Russell 5. Josh Addo-Carr 6. Jonah Pezet 7. Mitchell Moses 8. J’maine Hopgood 9. Ryley Smith 10. Junior Paulo 11. Jack Williams 12. Kitione Kautoga 13. Jack de Belin 14. Dylan Walker 15. Sam Tuivaiti 16. Matt Doorey 17. Tallyn Da Silva 18. Charlie Guymer 19. Kelma Tuilagi 20. Joash Papali’i 21. Brian Kelly 22. Jordan Samrani 23. Ronald Volkman 24. Araz Nanva 25. Jake Tago 26. Lorenzo Talataina 27. Teancum Brown

Analysis: Jason Ryles is making an early statement as he eyes a finals return for the Eels, naming a side that could be his starting outfit come Round 1. Captain Mitch Moses will play his first match of the season and will feature alongside new recruit Jonah Pezet in the halves as they attempt to get their combinations right ahead of a big season. Josh Addo-Carr returns from the All-Star match and Brian Kelly has been named on the extended bench for the first time in his colours, having been released from the Titans. Bailey Simonsson and Sean Russell retain their spot in the back-line and could hold their positions, while Ryles’ forward pack looks to be as strong as it can get. J’maine Hopgood and Junior Paulo combine in the front row alongside Ryley Smith at hooker, with Jack Williams and Kitione Kautoga in the back row and Dragons recruit Jack de Belin at lock.

Melbourne Storm vs Gold Coast Titans at Sunshine Coast Stadium 8:10pm AEDT

Storm team: 1. Sualauvi Faalogo 2. Will Warbrick 3. Marion Seve 4. Nick Meaney 5. Moses Leo 6. Cameron Munster 7. Tyran Wishart 8. Stefano Utoikamanu 9. Harry Grant 10. Josh King 11. Joe Chan 12. Ativalu Lisati 13. Alec MacDonald 14. Trent Toelau 15. Cooper Clarke 16. Davvy Moale 17. Trent Loiero 18. Angus Hinchey 19. Gabriel Satrick 20. Preston Conn 21. Manaia Waitere 22. Hugo Peel 23. Siulagi Tuimalatu-Brown 24. Mitchell Jennings 25. Jack Hetherington 26. Amare Milford 27. Lazarus Vaalepu

Analysis: After resting their NRL stars last weekend, the Storm have decided to name their first-grade regular as they prepare for Round 1. Cameron Munster, Harry Grant, Sua Fa’alogo and Stefano Utoikamanu have all been named to play. However, Jahrome Hughes will not play this week. Young rookie Cooper Clarke has been named on the bench in what could be a hint for things to come. Ativalu Lisati looks to have cemented Eli Katoa’s back-row spot having been named in the starting team once again.

Titans team: 1. Keano Kini 2. Phillip Sami 3. Max Feagai 4. Jojo Fifita 5. Sialetili Faeamani 6. AJ Brimson 7. Jayden Campbell 8. Moeaki Fotuaika 9. Sam Verrills 10. Tino Fa’asuamaleaui 11. Josh Patston 12. Beau Fermor 13. Chris Randall 14. Kurtis Morrin 15. Klese Haas 16. Tukimihia Simpkins 17. Cooper Bai 18. Jett Liu 19. Jenson Taumoepeau 20. Arama Hau 21. Lachlan Ilias 22. Zane Harrison 23. Luke Sommerton 24. Jaylan De Groot

Analysis: New coach Josh Hannay has decided to welcome back the club’s stars this week with Keano Kini, Jayden Campbell, AJ Brimson, Beau Fermor and Tino Fa’asuamaleaui all slated to spend some time on the field. Rookie Cooper Bai and recruit Kurtis Morrin will come off the bench, adding that X-factor, while halves Lachlan Ilias and Zane Harrison are also set to play some minutes as they continue to battle it out to become the club’s primary back-up for Brimson and Campbell.

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SUNDAY FEBRUARY 22

South Sydney Rabbitohs vs Manly Sea Eagles at Glen Willow Stadium, Mudgee (Fox) 4:00pm AEDT

Rabbitohs team: 1. Jye Gray 2. Alex Johnston 3. Latrell Mitchell 4. Jack Wighton 5. Campbell Graham 6. Cody Walker 7. Ashton Ward 8. Tevita Tatola 9. Brandon Smith 10. Keaon Koloamatangi 11. Tallis Duncan 12. David Fifita 13. Cameron Murray 14. Jamie Humphreys 15. Peter Mamouzelos 16. Bronson Garlick 17. Euan Aitken 18. Jordi Mazzone 19. Adam Elliott 20. Lachlan Hubner 21. Sean Keppie 22. Matthew Dufty 23. Bayleigh Bentley-Hape 24. Liam Le Blanc 25. Latrell Siegwalt 26. Matthew Humphries 27. Thomas Fletcher 28. John Radel

Analysis: The Bunnies will unveil David Fifita for the first time this weekend, with the gun forward overcoming a rib injury. Latrell Mitchell will also play after a slight pre-season setback. He’ll start in the centres with Jye Gray in the No. 1 jersey. Based on Wayne Bennett’s selections, Ashton Ward will get first crack in the No. 7 jersey to start the season. Given Jamie Humphreys is suspended for the first two weeks of the season, Humphreys will start on the bench in this to give Ward a chance to form a partnership with five-eighth Cody Walker. Jonah Glover is out with a jaw injury. The luckless Campbell Graham returns from injury against Manly, indicating he’ll be right as rain to play in Round 1. Jack Wighton and Tallis Duncan have been named after missing last weekend’s trial because of the All Stars game.

Sea Eagles team: 1. Clayton Faulalo 2. Jason Saab 3. Tolutau Koula 4. Reuben Garrick 5. Lehi Hopoate 6. Luke Brooks 7. Jamal Fogarty 8. Taniela Paseka 9. Jake Simpkin 10. Siosiua Taukeiaho 11. Hugo Hart 12. Corey Waddell 13. Nathan Brown 14. Joey Walsh 15. Blake Wilson 16. Ethan Bullemor 17. Kobe Hetherington 18. Zach Dockar-Clay 19. Brandon Wakeham 20. Simione Laiafi 21. Jackson-levi Shereb-schmidt 22. Josh Feledy 23. Navren Willett 24. Blake Metcalfe

Analysis: Jamal Fogarty and Luke Brooks replace Joey Walsh and Ohtani Large in the halves. Walsh and Large are young guns to monitor this season with the pair impressing against the Warriors last week. In a huge boost to the team’s forward stocks, Nathan Brown and Taniela Paseka return from biceps and Achilles injuries respectively. Tom Trbojevic won’t play, instead set to be saved for the season opener. Likewise brother Jake.