{"id":649107,"date":"2026-05-04T13:46:29","date_gmt":"2026-05-04T13:46:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/649107\/"},"modified":"2026-05-04T13:46:29","modified_gmt":"2026-05-04T13:46:29","slug":"nrl-predicted-team-lists-2026-round-10-dragons-set-for-big-selection-calls-broncos-and-roosters-facing-injury-crisis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/649107\/","title":{"rendered":"NRL predicted team lists 2026 round 10: Dragons set for big selection calls; Broncos and Roosters facing injury crisis"},"content":{"rendered":"

After a week out of the spotlight, all eyes will be on St George Illawarra<\/a> once again this week as the battling club looks to break the drought for 2026.<\/p>\n

The winless Dragons were afforded a timely bye after the sacking of Shane Flanagan and brutal Anzac Day loss to the Roosters<\/a>, collecting their first two points of the year.<\/p>\n

However, the attention will be firmly back on interim coach Dean Young<\/a> – especially at the selection table, with some big decisions looming for the Red V legend.<\/p>\n

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Elsewhere, things have gone from bad to worse for the Broncos, who are set to be forced into another four changes following a chaotic round nine clash.<\/p>\n

Wide World of Sports has all the early mail for round 10 below.<\/p>\n

THURSDAY<\/p>\n

Dolphins vs Canterbury Bulldogs, Suncorp Stadium (7.50pm)<\/p>\n

\"Matt<\/p>\n

Matt Burton and Jacob Preston.\u00a0Getty<\/p>\n

Dolphins predicted team: 1. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow 2. Jamayne Isaako 3. Jack Bostock 4. Herbie Farnworth 5. Selwyn Cobbo 6. Kodi Nikorima 7. Isaiya Katoa 8. Tom Gilbert 9. Max Plath 10. Francis Molo 11. Connelly Lemuelu 12. Kulikefu Finefeuiaki 13. Morgan Knowles 14. Brad Schneider 15. Tom Flegler 16. Felise Kaufusi 17. Oryn Keeley 18. Kurt Donoghoe 19. Trai Fuller<\/p>\n

Dolphins team news: Kodi Nikorima (suspension) will likely return at five-eighth, pushing Brad Schneider to the six-man bench. Jack Bostock returned last week in the centres and will retain his spot. Daniel Saifiti has been forced to medically retire<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Bulldogs predicted team: 1. Connor Tracey 2. Jonathan Sua 3. Bronson Xerri 4. Stephen Crichton 5. Enari Tuala 6. Matt Burton 7. Lachlan Galvin 8. Samuel Hughes 9. Bailey Hayward 10. Leo Thompson 11. Sitili Tupouniua 12. Jacob Preston 13. Jaeman Salmon 14. Gordon Chan Kum Tong 15. Josh Curran 16. Lipoi Hopoi 17. Harry Hayes 19. Marcelo Montoya 20. Alekolasimi Jones<\/p>\n

Bulldogs team news: Kurt Mann (concussion) and Jake Turpin (biceps) will both be unavailable this week, potentially opening the door for Gordon Chan Kum Tong to make his club debut, while young playmaker Alex Conti is another name closing in on a call-up. There has been talk of moving Stephen Crichton or Matt Burton around<\/a> to spark a change of fortunes in attack, but a shake-up appears unlikely right now.<\/p>\n

FRIDAY<\/p>\n

Sydney Roosters vs Gold Coast Titans, Polytec Stadium Gosford (6pm)<\/p>\n

\"Mark<\/p>\n

Mark Nawaqanitawase.\u00a0Getty<\/p>\n

Roosters predicted team: 1. James Tedesco 2. Daniel Tupou 3. Hugo Savala 4. Rob Toia 5. Cody Ramsey 6. Daly Cherry-Evans 7. Sam Walker 8. Naufahu Whyte 9. Reece Robson 10. Nat Butcher 11. Salesi Foketi 12. Siua Wong 13. Victor Radley 14. Connor Watson 15. Spencer Leniu 16. Egan Butcher 17. De La Salle Va’a 18. Tommy Talau 19. Benaiah Ioelu<\/p>\n

Roosters team news: Major blow with Mark Nawaqanitawase (ankle)<\/a> and Lindsay Collins (concussion) both sidelined, while Angus Crichton (knee) is unlikely to play after being spotted in a brace at training. Cody Ramsey looms as the logical replacement on the wing after ending an extensive NRL absence last weekend, while Salesi Foketi and Nat Butcher could earn promotions to the starting forward pack. Blake Steep suffered an ACL injury while playing reserve grade and will be unavailable for the rest of 2026.<\/p>\n

Titans predicted team: 1. Keano Kini 2. Sialetili Faeamani 3. Jojo Fifita 4. AJ Brimson 5. Phillip Sami 6. Lachlan Ilias 7. Jayden Campbell 8. Kurtis Morrin 9. Sam Verrills 10. Tino Fa’asuamaleaui 11. Arama Hau 12. Beau Fermor 13. Chris Randall 14. Oliver Pascoe 15. Cooper Bai 16. Moeaki Fotuaika 17. Klese Haas 18. Jaylan De Groot 19. Josh Patston<\/p>\n

Titans team news: No major changes flagged at this stage despite a loss to Canberra, although The Courier Mail has speculated that Josh Hannay might dump one of his high profile stars, potentially out of form back-rower Beau Fermor, to make a statement to his underperforming team.<\/p>\n

North Queensland Cowboys vs Parramatta Eels, QCB Stadium (8pm)<\/p>\n

\"SYDNEY,<\/p>\n

Jeremiah Nanai.\u00a0Getty<\/p>\n

Cowboys predicted team: 1. Scott Drinkwater 2. Braidon Burns 3. Jaxon Purdue 4. Tomas Chester 5. Zac Laybutt 6. Jake Clifford 7. Tom Dearden 8. Coen Hess 9. Reed Mahoney 10. Jason Taumalolo 11. Heilum Luki 12. Sam McIntyre 13. Reuben Cotter 14. Soni Luke 15. Thomas Mikaele 16. Griffin Neame 17. Matthew Lodge 18. Robert Derby 19. Kai O’Donnell<\/p>\n

Cowboys team news: Jeremiah Nanai (shoulder) is set for another stint on the sidelines<\/a>, likely opening the door for Sam McIntyre to start in the back-row.<\/p>\n

Eels predicted team: 1. Joash Papali’i 2. Brian Kelly 3. Viliami Penisini 4. Sean Russell 5. Josh Addo-Carr 6. Ronald Volkman 7. Mitchell Moses 8. Luca Moretti 9. Tallyn Da Silva 10. Junior Paulo 11. Kelma Tuilagi 12. Jack Williams 13. Jack de Belin 14. Jonah Pezet 15. Saxon Pryke 16. Charlie Guymer 17. Dylan Walker 18. Apa Twidle 19. Teancum Brown<\/p>\n

Eels team news: Ryley Smith (sternum) will be replaced at hooker by Tallyn Da Silva, which could see Jonah Pezet return via the bench after playing NSW Cup last weekend.<\/p>\n

SATURDAY<\/p>\n

St George Illawarra Dragons vs Newcastle Knights, WIN Stadium (3pm)<\/p>\n

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Clint Gutherson.\u00a0NRL Images<\/p>\n

Dragons predicted team: 1. Clint Gutherson 2. Setu Tu 3. Moses Suli 4. Valentine Holmes 5. Tyrell Sloan 6. Daniel Atkinson 7. Kade Reed 8. Emre Guler 9. Damien Cook 10. Toby Couchman 11. Jacob Halangahu 12. Ryan Couchman 13. Hamish Stewart 14. Jacob Liddle 15. Loko Pasifiki Tonga 16. Blake Lawrie 17. Dylan Egan 18. Kyle Flanagan 19. Mat Feagai<\/p>\n

Dragons team news: Clint Gutherson (hamstring) is expected to return and will likely play fullback, shuffling Tyrell Sloan to the wing and Mat Feagai to the six-man bench. Luciano Leilua (suspension)<\/a> will join Jaydn Su’A on the sidelines, which will mean more opportunity for Jacob Halangahu and the return of local junior Dylan Egan. Jacob Liddle (hamstring) could be in line for a return, while interim coach Dean Young could look to make other changes following the bye after an Anzac Day thumping, with pressure on the likes of Valentine Holmes, Moses Suli, Emre Guler, Blake Lawrie and Josh Kerr.<\/p>\n

Knights predicted team: 1. Kalyn Ponga 2. Dominic Young 3. Dane Gagai 4. Bradman Best 5. Greg Marzhew 6. Fletcher Sharpe 7. Dylan Brown 8. Jacob Saifiti 9. Phoenix Crossland 10. Trey Mooney 11. Dylan Lucas 12. Jermaine McEwen 13. Mat Croker 14. Sandon Smith 15. Tyson Frizell 16. Pasami Saulo 17. Fletcher Hunt 18. Harrison Graham 19. Francis Manuleleua <\/p>\n

Knights team news: No changes flagged at this stage after a win over South Sydney.<\/p>\n

South Sydney Rabbitohs vs Cronulla Sharks, Accor Stadium (5.30pm)<\/p>\n

\"Jack<\/p>\n

Jack Wighton.\u00a0NRL Imagery<\/p>\n

Rabbitohs predicted team: 1. Matt Dufty 2. Alex Johnston 3. Latrell Mitchell 4. Campbell Graham 5. Moala Graham-Taufa 6. Cody Walker 7. Jamie Humphreys 8. Tevita Tatola 9. Bronson Garlick 10. Sean Keppie 11. Keaon Koloamatangi 12. Tallis Duncan 13. Cameron Murray 14. Peter Mamouzelos 15. Lachlan Hubner 16. Euan Aitken 17. Adam Elliott 18. Jayden Sullivan 19. Latrell Siegwalt<\/p>\n

Rabbitohs team news: Jack Wighton could miss up to eight weeks after breaking his arm against the Knights<\/a>. His absence will likely see Campbell Graham move to the centres and Moala Graham-Taufa start on the wing. No other changes flagged at this stage, with fullback Jye Gray (shoulder) still sidelined with no timeframe for his return.<\/p>\n

Sharks predicted team: 1. Will Kennedy 2. Mawene Hiroti 3. Siosifa Talakai 4. KL Iro 5. Sam Stonestreet 6. Braydon Trindall 7. Nicho Hynes 8. Addin Fonua-Blake 9. Blayke Brailey 10. Toby Rudolf 11. Briton Nikora 12. Teig Wilton 13. Cameron McInnes 14. Jesse Colquhoun 15. Billy Burns 16. Oregon Kaufusi 17. Tom Hazelton 18. Hohepa Puru 19. Riley Jones<\/p>\n

Sharks team news: No changes flagged at this stage after a huge win against the Wests Tigers, but centre Jesse Ramien (knee) is closing in on a return.<\/p>\n

Manly Sea Eagles vs Brisbane Broncos, Brookvale Oval (7.35pm)<\/p>\n

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Adam Reynolds.\u00a0Getty<\/p>\n

Sea Eagles predicted team: 1. Tolu Koula 2. Jason Saab 3. Clayton Faulalo 4. Reuben Garrick 5. Lehi Hopoate 6. Luke Brooks 7. Joey Walsh 8. Taniela Paseka 9. Brandon Wakeham 10. Siosiua Taukeiaho 11. Haumole Olakau’atu 12. Ben Trbojevic 13. Jake Trbojevic 14. Jake Simpkin 15. Nathan Brown 16. Ethan Bullemor 17. Jackson Shereb 18. Blake Wilson 19. Simione Laiafi<\/p>\n

Sea Eagles team news: Kobe Hetherington (concussion) will miss at least a week, with Siosiua Taukeiaho likely to start. Jamal Fogarty (groin) missed the round nine loss to Penrith but could be back on deck. Young gun Joey Walsh starred in Fogarty’s absence and will get the No.7 jersey if the Sea Eagles play it safe with their veteran halfback.<\/p>\n

Broncos predicted team: 1. Reece Walsh 2. Jesse Arthars 3. Kane Bradley 4. Gehamat Shibasaki 5. Phillip Coates 6. Ezra Mam 7. Tom Duffy 8. Ben Talty 9. Cory Paix 10. Jack Gosiewski 11. Xavier Willison 12. Jordan Riki 13. Patrick Carrigan 14. Josh Rogers 15. Jaiyden Hunt 16. Va’a Semu 17. Aublix Tawha 18. Preston Riki 19.<\/p>\n

Broncos team news: Pure carnage for the reigning premiers with Adam Reynolds (concussion), Deine Mariner (leg)<\/a> and Josiah Karapani (ankle) all out injured and Kotoni Staggs set to be missing due to suspension<\/a>. Phillip Coates – the younger brother of Xavier – will likely take one wing spot, while Kane Bradley could be in line for a club debut in the centres. Tom Duffy will slot into the No.7 jumper this weekend.<\/p>\n

SUNDAY<\/p>\n

Melbourne Storm vs Wests Tigers, AAMI Park (2pm)<\/p>\n

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Jahrome Hughes.\u00a0Getty<\/p>\n

Storm predicted team: 1. Sua Faalogo 2. Will Warbrick 3. Jack Howarth 4. Nick Meaney 5. Hugo Peel 6. Cameron Munster 7. Jahrome Hughes 8. Stefano Utoikamanu 9. Harry Grant 10. Josh King 11. Shawn Blore 12. Ativalu Lisati 13. Trent Loiero 14. Trent Toelau 15. Joe Chan 16. Davvy Moale 17. Alec MacDonald 18. Cooper Clarke 19. Manaia Waitere<\/p>\n

Storm team news: Tyran Wishart (ankle) is set to be sidelined, but his absence will be offset by the return of Jahrome Hughes (concussion) at halfback. No other major changes flagged at this stage despite Melbourne’s horror losing streak.<\/p>\n

Tigers predicted team: 1. Sunia Turuva 2. Heamasi Makasini 3. Taylan May 4. Starford To’a 5. Luke Laulilii 6. Jarome Luai 7. Jock Madden 8. Terrell May 9. Tristan Hope 10. Fonua Pole 11. Tony Sukkar 12. Kai Pearce-Paul 13. Alex Twal 14. Latu Fainu 15. Sione Fainu 16. Royce Hunt 17. Alex Seyfarth 18. Jeral Skelton 19. Javon Andrews<\/p>\n

Tigers team news: The hits keep on coming, with halfback Adam Doueihi (shoulder)<\/a> and back-rower Samuela Fainu (foot) both set to be sidelined. Kai Pearce-Paul (consussion) should return in Fainu’s place, while Jock Madden will come into the starting side in the halves. Faaletino Tavana had a shocker against Cronulla and will likely be replaced by Heamasi Makasini or Jeral Skelton on the wing.<\/p>\n

Canberra Raiders vs Penrith Panthers, GIO Stadium (4.05pm)<\/p>\n

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Hudson Young.\u00a0Getty<\/p>\n

Raiders predicted team: 1. Kaeo Weekes 2. Savelio Tamale 3. Seb Kris 4. Matt Timoko 5. Jed Stuart 6. Daine Laurie 7. Ethan Sanders 8. Corey Horsburgh 9. Tom Starling 10. Joseph Tapine 11. Hudson Young 12. Simi Sasagi 13. Ata Mariota 14. Jayden Brailey 15. Zac Hosking 16. Morgan Smithies 17. Jordan Uta 18. Owen Pattie 19. Ethan Alaia<\/p>\n

Raiders team news: Major boost with Hudson Young (suspension) back on deck, while Ethan Strange (ankle) will be pushing for a return. Joe Roddy (hand) will be out of action, with Zac Hosking (concussion) due back and likely to join the bench.<\/p>\n

Panthers predicted team: 1. Dylan Edwards 2. Thomas Jenkins 3. Paul Alamoti 4. Casey McLean 5. Brian To’o 6. Blaize Talagi 7. Nathan Cleary 8. Moses Leota 9. Freddy Lussick 10. Lindsay Smith 11. Isaiah Papali’i 12. Luke Garner 13. Isaah Yeo 14. Billy Scott 15. Scott Sorensen 16. Kalani Going 17. Billy Phillips 18. Izack Tago 19. Luron Patea<\/p>\n

Panthers team news: Jack Cogger (suspension) will miss one match for a high tackle in the side’s win over Manly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"After a week out of the spotlight, all eyes will be on St George Illawarra once again this…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":649108,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[568],"tags":[64,63,761,762,158,85],"class_list":["post-649107","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-nrl","tag-au","tag-australia","tag-national-rugby-league","tag-nationalrugbyleague","tag-nrl","tag-sports"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/649107","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=649107"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/649107\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/649108"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=649107"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=649107"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=649107"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}