Limited-time offer ><\/a><\/p>\nTHURSDAY AUGUST 21<\/p>\n
South Sydney Rabbitohs vs. St George Illawarra Dragons at Accor Stadium, 7.50pm AEST<\/p>\n
Rabbitohs team: 1. Jye Gray<\/p>\n
2. Alex Johnston<\/p>\n
3. Isaiah Tass<\/p>\n
4. Tallis Duncan<\/p>\n
5. Tyrone Munro<\/p>\n
6. Ashton Ward<\/p>\n
7. Jamie Humphreys<\/p>\n
8. Sean Keppie<\/p>\n
9. Siliva Havili<\/p>\n
10. Keaon Koloamatangi<\/p>\n
11. Jacob Host<\/p>\n
12. Jai Arrow<\/p>\n
13. Lachlan Hubner<\/p>\n
14. Peter Mamouzelos<\/p>\n
15. Brandon Smith<\/p>\n
16. Cody Walker<\/p>\n
17. Thomas Fletcher<\/p>\n
18. Shaquai Mitchell<\/p>\n
19. Fletcher Myers<\/p>\n
20. Salesi Ataata<\/p>\n
21. Haizyn Mellars<\/p>\n
22. Lewis Dodd<\/p>\n
Analysis: Keaon Koloamatangi returns in a huge boost for the Rabbitohs, with initial fears his season was over after suffering a syndesmosis injury. Tallis Duncan has been named in the centres after he shifted into the role in Round 24 to cover for Bayleigh Bentley-Hape who suffered a head knock. Jai Arrow has shifted to the back row to accommodate the returning Lachlan Hubner, while Wayne Bennett hasn\u2019t made any changes to his halves. Ashton Ward remains, with Cody Walker on the pine alongside Peter Mamouzelos and Brandon Smith.<\/p>\n
Dragons team: 1. Clinton Gutherson<\/p>\n
2. Christian Tuipulotu<\/p>\n
3. Hayden Buchanan<\/p>\n
4. Mathew Feagai<\/p>\n
5. Corey Allan<\/p>\n
6. Lyhkan King-Togia<\/p>\n
7. Kyle Flanagan<\/p>\n
8. Emre Guler<\/p>\n
9. Damien Cook<\/p>\n
10. David Klemmer<\/p>\n
11. Luciano Leilua<\/p>\n
12. Jacob Halangahu<\/p>\n
13. Ben Murdoch-Masila<\/p>\n
14. Jacob Liddle<\/p>\n
15. Blake Lawrie<\/p>\n
16. Loko Jnr Pasifiki Tonga<\/p>\n
17. Tyrell Sloan<\/p>\n
18. Raymond Faitala-Mariner<\/p>\n
19. Viliami Fifita<\/p>\n
20. Nathan Lawson<\/p>\n
21. Lachlan Ilias<\/p>\n
Analysis: After three head knocks to Hamish Stewart, Jack de Belin and Hame Sele, that trio will sit out in Round 25. Blake Lawrie joins the bench following their omission, while Ben Murdoch-Masila and Jacob Halangahu have been named in the run-on side. Tyrell Sloan, after being 18th man last week, has been named on the pine.<\/p>\n
FRIDAY AUGUST 22<\/p>\n
Penrith Panthers vs. Canberra Raiders at Glen Willow Oval, Mudgee, 6.00pm AEST<\/p>\n
Panthers team: 1. Dylan Edwards<\/p>\n
2. Thomas Jenkins<\/p>\n
3. Izack Tago<\/p>\n
4. Casey McLean<\/p>\n
5. Brian To\u2019o<\/p>\n
6. Blaize Talagi<\/p>\n
7. Nathan Cleary<\/p>\n
8. Moses Leota<\/p>\n
9. Mitch Kenny<\/p>\n
10. Lindsay Smith<\/p>\n
11. Luke Garner<\/p>\n
12. Liam Martin<\/p>\n
13. Isaiah Papali\u2019i<\/p>\n
14. Brad Schneider<\/p>\n
15. Liam Henry<\/p>\n
16. Matt Eisenhuth<\/p>\n
17. Scott Sorensen<\/p>\n
18. Paul Alamoti<\/p>\n
19. Isaah Yeo<\/p>\n
20. Mavrik Geyer<\/p>\n
21. Daine Laurie<\/p>\n
22. Luke Sommerton<\/p>\n
Analysis: The man on everyone\u2019s lips, Isaah Yeo, has been named on the extended bench. The Panthers skipper is eyeing a return from a shoulder injury while Paul Alamoti has been named 18th man.<\/p>\n
Raiders team: 1. Kaeo Weekes<\/p>\n
2. Jed Stuart<\/p>\n
3. Matthew Timoko<\/p>\n
4. Sebastian Kris<\/p>\n
5. Xavier Savage<\/p>\n
6. Ethan Strange<\/p>\n
7. Jamal Fogarty<\/p>\n
8. Josh Papali\u2019i<\/p>\n
9. Tom Starling<\/p>\n
10. Joseph Tapine<\/p>\n
11. Hudson Young<\/p>\n
12. Zac Hosking<\/p>\n
13. Corey Horsburgh<\/p>\n
14. Owen Pattie<\/p>\n
15. Simi Sasagi<\/p>\n
16. Morgan Smithies<\/p>\n
17. Ata Mariota<\/p>\n
18. Noah Martin<\/p>\n
19. Manaia Waitere<\/p>\n
20. Danny Levi<\/p>\n
21. Trey Mooney<\/p>\n
22. Ethan Sanders<\/p>\n
Analysis: No changes for the Raiders and no signs of Savelio Tamale and Matty Nicholson as they eye their respective returns from injuries.<\/p>\n
Melbourne Storm vs. Canterbury Bulldogs at AAMI Park, 8.00pm AEST<\/p>\n
Storm team: 1. Cameron Munster<\/p>\n
2. Grant Anderson<\/p>\n
3. Marion Seve<\/p>\n
4. Nick Meaney<\/p>\n
5. Xavier Coates<\/p>\n
6. Jonah Pezet<\/p>\n
7. Tyran Wishart<\/p>\n
8. Stefano Utoikamanu<\/p>\n
9. Harry Grant<\/p>\n
10. Josh King<\/p>\n
11. Joe Chan<\/p>\n
12. Eliesa Katoa<\/p>\n
13. Trent Loiero<\/p>\n
14. Bronson Garlick<\/p>\n
15. Alec MacDonald<\/p>\n
16. Tui Kamikamica<\/p>\n
17. Ativalu Lisati<\/p>\n
18. Siulagi Tuimalatu-Brown<\/p>\n
19. Lazarus Vaalepu<\/p>\n
20. Kane Bradley<\/p>\n
21. Ryan Papenhuyzen<\/p>\n
22. Nelson Asofa-Solomona<\/p>\n
Analysis: Cameron Munster has been listed at fullback, however Ryan Papenhuyzen could be set to return from concussion and has been named on the extended bench. Joe Chan has been named in the back row with Shawn Blore sidelined due to an ankle injury, while Tyran Wishart and Jonah Pezet have once again been named in the halves while Bronson Garlick has been named on the bench.<\/p>\n
Bulldogs team: 1. Connor Tracey<\/p>\n
2. Jacob Kiraz<\/p>\n
3. Bronson Xerri<\/p>\n
4. Stephen Crichton<\/p>\n
5. Enari Tuala<\/p>\n
6. Matt Burton<\/p>\n
7. Lachlan Galvin<\/p>\n
8. Max King<\/p>\n
9. Bailey Hayward<\/p>\n
10. Samuel Hughes<\/p>\n
11. Viliame Kikau<\/p>\n
12. Jacob Preston<\/p>\n
13. Jaeman Salmon<\/p>\n
14. Kurt Mann<\/p>\n
15. Harry Hayes<\/p>\n
16. Josh Curran<\/p>\n
17. Reed Mahoney<\/p>\n
19. Toby Sexton<\/p>\n
20. Jake Turpin<\/p>\n
21. Daniel Suluka-Fifita<\/p>\n
22. Marcelo Montoya<\/p>\n
23. Sitili Tupouniua<\/p>\n
Analysis: Back-rower Sitili Tupouniua (hamstring) and winger Marcelo Montoya (neck) have both been named on the extended bench. Both stars are eyeing returns from their respective injuries and Enari Tuala could be the man to drop out of the back line, while it remains to be seen who could drop off the bench in the forwards.<\/p>\n
SATURDAY AUGUST 23<\/p>\n
Manly Sea Eagles vs. Dolphins at 4 Pines Park, 3.00pm AEST<\/p>\n
Sea Eagles team: 1. Tom Trbojevic<\/p>\n
2. Jason Saab<\/p>\n
3. Tolutau Koula<\/p>\n
4. Tommy Talau<\/p>\n
5. Lehi Hopoate<\/p>\n
6. Luke Brooks<\/p>\n
7. Daly Cherry-Evans<\/p>\n
8. Matthew Lodge<\/p>\n
9. Jake Simpkin<\/p>\n
10. Siosiua Taukeiaho<\/p>\n
11. Corey Waddell<\/p>\n
12. Ben Trbojevic<\/p>\n
13. Jazz Tevaga<\/p>\n
14. Aaron Schoupp<\/p>\n
15. Caleb Navale<\/p>\n
16. Ethan Bullemor<\/p>\n
17. Toafofoa Sipley<\/p>\n
18. Michael Chee Kam<\/p>\n
19. Clayton Faulalo<\/p>\n
20. Joey Walsh<\/p>\n
21. Simione Laiafi<\/p>\n
22. Gordon Chan Kum Tong<\/p>\n
Analysis: Reuben Garrick\u2019s season looks to be over after suffering a shoulder injury, with Tommy Talau joining the backline in the centres. Aaron Schoupp has been named on the bench. It remains to be seen if Jake Trbojevic will return this year, having not been named after he suffered a head knock in Round 23.<\/p>\n
Dolphins team: 1. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow<\/p>\n
2. Jamayne Isaako<\/p>\n
3. Jake Averillo<\/p>\n
4. Max Feagai<\/p>\n
5. Tevita Naufahu<\/p>\n
6. Kodi Nikorima<\/p>\n
7. Isaiya Katoa<\/p>\n
8. Francis Molo<\/p>\n
9. Jeremy Marshall-King<\/p>\n
10. Felise Kaufusi<\/p>\n
11. Kulikefu Finefeuiaki<\/p>\n
12. Oryn Keeley<\/p>\n
13. Kurt Donoghoe<\/p>\n
14. Trai Fuller<\/p>\n
15. Connelly Lemuelu<\/p>\n
16. Mark Nicholls<\/p>\n
17. Josh Kerr<\/p>\n
18. Ray Stone<\/p>\n
19. Aublix Tawha<\/p>\n
20. Peter Hola<\/p>\n
21. LJ Nonu<\/p>\n
22. John Fineanganofo<\/p>\n
Analysis: Max Feagai returns from a shoulder injury to reshuffle the backline, with Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow moving back to fullback and Trair Fuller named as a bench utility. Felise Kaufusi and Francis Molo both have served their respective bans and have been named in the front row, with Aublix Tawha shifting to the reserves alongside Ray Stone who has been named 18th man.<\/p>\n
Gold Coast Titans vs. New Zealand Warriors at Cbus Super Stadium, 5.30pm AEST<\/p>\n
Titans team: 1. AJ Brimson<\/p>\n
2. Jaylan De Groot<\/p>\n
3. Brian Kelly<\/p>\n
4. Jojo Fifita<\/p>\n
5. Phillip Sami<\/p>\n
6. Kieran Foran<\/p>\n
7. Jayden Campbell<\/p>\n
8. Moeaki Fotuaika<\/p>\n
9. Sam Verrills<\/p>\n
10. Reagan Campbell-Gillard<\/p>\n
11. Chris Randall<\/p>\n
12. Beau Fermor<\/p>\n
13. Tino Fa\u2019asuamaleaui<\/p>\n
14. Keano Kini<\/p>\n
15. Klese Haas<\/p>\n
16. Iszac Fa\u2019asumaleaui<\/p>\n
17. Josh Patston<\/p>\n
18. Jacob Alick-Wiencke<\/p>\n
19. Tukimihia Simpkins<\/p>\n
20. Sean Mullany<\/p>\n
21. Tom Weaver<\/p>\n
22. Tony Francis<\/p>\n
Analysis: Two returning stars for the Titans with Brian Kelly (concussion) and Jojo Fifita (ankle) named to re-join the backline. Phil Sami shifts to the wing and Beau Fermor reverts to the back row. Reagan Campbell-Gillard has been named to start at prop with Jaimin Jolliffe out for the season due to a PCL injury. Klese Haas has been named on the bench alongside Josh Patston.<\/p>\n
Warriors team: 1. Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad<\/p>\n
2. Dallin Watene-Zelezniak<\/p>\n
3. Adam Pompey<\/p>\n
4. Rocco Berry<\/p>\n
5. Roger Tuivasa-Sheck<\/p>\n
6. Chanel Harris-Tavita<\/p>\n
7. Tanah Boyd<\/p>\n
8. James Fisher-Harris<\/p>\n
9. Wayde Egan<\/p>\n
10. Demitric Vaimauga<\/p>\n
11. Kurt Capewell<\/p>\n
12. Marata Niukore<\/p>\n
13. Erin Clark<\/p>\n
14. Te Maire Martin<\/p>\n
15. Eddie Ieremia-Toeava<\/p>\n
16. Tanner Stowers-Smith<\/p>\n
17. Leka Halasima<\/p>\n
18. Taine Tuaupiki<\/p>\n
20. Samuel Healey<\/p>\n
21. Bunty Afoa<\/p>\n
22. Kalani Going<\/p>\n
23. Edward Kosi<\/p>\n
Analysis: Kurt Capewell (concussion), Te Maire Martin (concussion) and Rocco Berry (shoulder) have all been named to return in a big boost for the Warriors. Taine Tuaupiki drops to 18th man with Berry returning, which sees Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad shift to his natural fullback position. Capewell slots into the back row, which sees Leka Halasima shift to the bench and Demetric Vaimauga start at prop in the absence of Jackson Ford who has been handed a three-game ban.<\/p>\n
How Sam Walker adds strategy to instinct | 04:22<\/p>\n
Parramatta Eels vs. Sydney Roosters at CommBank Stadium, 7.35pm AEST<\/p>\n
Eels team: 1. Isaiah Iongi<\/p>\n
2. Zac Lomax<\/p>\n
3. Viliami Penisini<\/p>\n
4. Dylan Brown<\/p>\n
5. Josh Addo-Carr<\/p>\n
6. Joash Papali\u2019i<\/p>\n
7. Mitchell Moses<\/p>\n
8. J\u2019maine Hopgood<\/p>\n
9. Ryley Smith<\/p>\n
10. Junior Paulo<\/p>\n
11. Kelma Tuilagi<\/p>\n
12. Jack Williams<\/p>\n
13. Dylan Walker<\/p>\n
14. Tallyn Da Silva<\/p>\n
15. Charlie Guymer<\/p>\n
16. Matt Doorey<\/p>\n
17. Jordan Samrani<\/p>\n
18. Dean Hawkins<\/p>\n
19. Haze Dunster<\/p>\n
20. Dan Keir<\/p>\n
21. Toni Mataele<\/p>\n
22. Joey Lussick<\/p>\n
Analysis: Isaiah Iongi has been picked in the number one jersey at fullback after he came into the team late for the clash against the Rabbitohs, which was his first game back after suffering a hand injury. Joash Papalii has been selected at five-eighth. Luca Moretti drops out of the squad, meaning Dylan Walker will replace him at lock and Jordan Samrani comes onto the interchange.<\/p>\n
Roosters team: 1. James Tedesco<\/p>\n
2. Junior Tupou<\/p>\n
3. Billy Smith<\/p>\n
4. Robert Toia<\/p>\n
5. Mark Nawaqanitawase<\/p>\n
6. Hugo Savala<\/p>\n
7. Sam Walker<\/p>\n
8. Naufahu Whyte<\/p>\n
9. Connor Watson<\/p>\n
10. Lindsay Collins<\/p>\n
11. Angus Crichton<\/p>\n
12. Siua Wong<\/p>\n
13. Victor Radley<\/p>\n
14. Benaiah Ioelu<\/p>\n
15. Salesi Foketi<\/p>\n
16. Egan Butcher<\/p>\n
17. Spencer Leniu<\/p>\n
18. Ethan King<\/p>\n
19. Blake Steep<\/p>\n
20. Taylor Losalu<\/p>\n
21. Sandon Smith<\/p>\n
22. Tom Rodwell<\/p>\n
Analysis: Junior Tupou has been named in the starting side on the wing and will play for the Roosters in the NRL for the first time, with Daniel Tupou to miss the game due to concussion symptoms. Forward Siua Wong (concussion) is back in the team, meaning Naufahu Whyte switches to prop, with Spencer Leniu dropping back to the interchange. Blake Steep has been demoted to the reserves. <\/p>\n
SUNDAY AUGUST 24<\/p>\n
Newcastle Knights vs. Brisbane Broncos at McDonald Jones Stadium, 2.00pm AEST<\/p>\n
Knights team: 1. Connor Votano<\/p>\n
2. Dominic Young<\/p>\n
3. Dane Gagai<\/p>\n
4. Bradman Best<\/p>\n
5. Greg Marzhew<\/p>\n
6. Jakob Arthur<\/p>\n
7. Jack Cogger<\/p>\n
8. Jacob Saifiti<\/p>\n
9. Phoenix Crossland<\/p>\n
10. Leo Thompson<\/p>\n
11. Jermaine McEwen<\/p>\n
12. Kai Pearce-Paul<\/p>\n
13. Tyson Frizell<\/p>\n
14. Jayden Brailey<\/p>\n
15. Mathew Croker<\/p>\n
16. Thomas Cant<\/p>\n
17. Elijah Leaumoana<\/p>\n
18. Francis Manuleleua<\/p>\n
19. James Schiller<\/p>\n
20. Matthew Arthur<\/p>\n
21. Fletcher Hunt<\/p>\n
22. Lachlan Crouch<\/p>\n
Analysis: Phoenix Crossland (concussion) has been selected in the hooker position, which means Jayden Brailey will drop to the interchange, and Matt Arthur goes back to the reserves list. Brodie Jones has been dropped from the squad altogether, with Elijah Salesa leaumoana coming in for him on the interchange. He will play just his fifth NRL game.<\/p>\n
Broncos team: 1. Reece Walsh<\/p>\n
2. Josiah Karapani<\/p>\n
3. Kotoni Staggs<\/p>\n
4. Gehamat Shibasaki<\/p>\n
5. Deine Mariner<\/p>\n
6. Billy Walters<\/p>\n
7. Ben Hunt<\/p>\n
8. Corey Jensen<\/p>\n
9. Cory Paix<\/p>\n
10. Payne Haas<\/p>\n
11. Jaiyden Hunt<\/p>\n
12. Jordan Riki<\/p>\n
13. Patrick Carrigan<\/p>\n
14. Tyson Smoothy<\/p>\n
15. Kobe Hetherington<\/p>\n
16. Ben Talty<\/p>\n
17. Jesse Arthars<\/p>\n
18. Fletcher Baker<\/p>\n
19. Delouise Hoeter<\/p>\n
20. Jock Madden<\/p>\n
21. Va\u2019a Semu<\/p>\n
22. Luke Gale<\/p>\n
Analysis: Forward Jack Gosiewski is out of the team with a shoulder injury, with Jaiyden Hunt coming into the starting team and Jesse Arthars joining the interchange. That\u2019s the only change to the team that overcame the Dolphins.<\/p>\n
Wests Tigers vs. North Queensland Cowboys at Leichhardt Oval, 4.05pm AEST<\/p>\n
Tigers team: 1. Jahream Bula<\/p>\n
2. Sunia Turuva<\/p>\n
3. Taylan May<\/p>\n
4. Starford To\u2019a<\/p>\n
5. Jeral Skelton<\/p>\n
6. Jarome Luai<\/p>\n
7. Adam Doueihi<\/p>\n
8. Terrell May<\/p>\n
9. Apisai Koroisau<\/p>\n
10. Fonua Pole<\/p>\n
11. Samuela Fainu<\/p>\n
12. Sione Fainu<\/p>\n
13. Alex Twal<\/p>\n
14. Latu Fainu<\/p>\n
15. Royce Hunt<\/p>\n
16. Charlie Murray<\/p>\n
17. Tony Sukkar<\/p>\n
18. Heath Mason<\/p>\n
19. Brent Naden<\/p>\n
20. Kit Laulilii<\/p>\n
21. Krystian Mapapalangi<\/p>\n
22. Luke Laulilii<\/p>\n
Analysis: There are no changes to the Tigers team that were too strong for the Sea Eagles. Starford To\u2019a has been picked and will start in the centres, even after leaving the field against Manly with a shoulder problem. .<\/p>\n
Cowboys team: 1. Scott Drinkwater<\/p>\n
2. Semi Valemei<\/p>\n
3. Jaxon Purdue<\/p>\n
4. Viliami Vailea<\/p>\n
5. Braidon Burns<\/p>\n
6. Jake Clifford<\/p>\n
7. Tom Dearden<\/p>\n
8. Jordan McLean<\/p>\n
9. Reece Robson<\/p>\n
10. Jason Taumalolo<\/p>\n
11. John Bateman<\/p>\n
12. Jeremiah Nanai<\/p>\n
13. Reuben Cotter<\/p>\n
14. Karl Lawton<\/p>\n
15. Harrison Edwards<\/p>\n
16. Zac Laybutt<\/p>\n
17. Thomas Mikaele<\/p>\n
18. Kai O\u2019Donnell<\/p>\n
19. Marly Bitungane<\/p>\n
20. Nicholas Lenaz<\/p>\n
21. Jaxson Paulo<\/p>\n
22. Kaiden Lahrs<\/p>\n
Analysis: North Queensland coach Todd Payten has gone with an unchanged team after their win over the Knights in Round 24. Kai O\u2019Donnell has been named at 18th man, with Marly Bitungane, Nicholas Lenaz and Kaiden Lahrs all outside the 18, but in the extended squad.<\/p>\n
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