NRL confirmed rosters: All sides’ starting lineups for Round 14
With the short turnaround, St George Illawarra has been dealt a bad hand, and Jaydn Su’A, Ben Hunt, and Zac Lomax will most certainly be left out.But in their pursuit of competition points, Todd Payten, Ivan Cleary, Kevin Walters, and Anthony Seibold will have to make difficult choices.
In other news, the Sharks will rest Nicho Hynes, and the New Zealand Warriors will benefit from the return of many key players from injuries.Wests Tigers versus. St George Illawarra Dragons, Friday, June 7, 8 p.m. AEST at WIN
Stadium St George Illawarra confirmed team: 1. Tyrell Sloan, 2. Sione Finau, 3. Moses Suli, 4. Max Feagai, 5. Matthew Feagai, 6. Kyle Flanagan, 7. Jesse Marschke, 8. Francis Molo, 9. Jacob Liddle, 10. Jack de Belin, 11. Luciano Leilua, 12. Raymond Faitala-Mariner, 13. Tom Eisenhuth, 14. Blake Lawrie, 15. Ben Murdoch-Masila, 16. Toby Couchman, 17. Ryan Couchman, 18. Fa’amanu Brown, 19. Michael Molo, 20. Christian Tuipulotu, 21. Ben Hunt, 22. Jaydn Su’A, 23. Zac Lomax
Dragons team news:
Shane Flanagan is unlikely to play his Origin contingent of Jaydn Su’A, Zach Lomax, and Ben Hunt due to the two-day turnaround. Despite the fact that the three have been added to the expanded team.
Sione Finau might play on the wing in Lomax’s absence, while Matthew Feagai has kept Mikaele Ravalawa off the field since the team’s victory against the Panthers last week.With Hunt out, Jesse Marxke might stick at halfback while Lukiano Leilua is selected again for the backrow.
Wests confirmed team: 1. Jahream Bula2. Alex Lobb3. Charlie Staines4. Justin Olam5. Solomon Alaimalo6. Lachlan Galvin7. Bud Sullivan8. Stefano Utoikamanu9. Api Koroisau10. Alex Twal11. Samuela Fainu12. Alex Seyfarth13. Justin Matamua14. Brent Naden15. Fonua Pole16. Sione Fainu17. Reuben Porter18. Tallyn Da Silva19. Solomona Faataape20. Kit Laulilii21. Asu Kepaoa22. Jordan Miller
Tigers team news:
Declan Casey and Josh Feledy have withdrawn from the Tigers, and Justin Olam and Brent Naden are back in the lineup after serving their one-match penalties. Nevertheless, Charlie Staines has teamed Olam in the centers, while Alex Lobb has been named on the wing; Naden has been placed on the bench.
Bud Sullivan will remain at halfback, with Aidan Sezer having one more game left on his ban.Alex Twal will start up front for David Klemmer, who received a three-game suspension for his actions in the team’s game prior to the bye.Due to an ankle injury, Isaiah Papali’i will be out for a considerable amount of time. John Bateman will also be out, leaving the Tigers with a makeshift backrow.
Justin Matamua will continue at lock, while Alex Seyfarth will get off to a cautious start. Sione Fainu and Fonua Pole are among the players that will be joining Reuben Porter for his bench debut.
Gold Coast Titans vs. South Sydney Rabbitohs
Saturday, June 8 at Cbus Super Stadium
Gold Coast confirmed team: 1. Keano Kini, 2. Alofiana Khan-Pereira, 3. Brian Kelly, 4. Phillip Sami, 5. Jojo Fifita, 6. Chris Randall, 7. Kieran Foran, 8. Moeaki Fotuaika, 9. Sam Verrills, 10. Josiah Pahulu, 11. David Fifita, 12. Beau Fermor, 13. Klese Haas, 14. Isaac Liu, 15. Keenan Palasia, 16. Erin Clark, 17. Jacob Alick-Wiencke, 18. Joe Stimson, 19. Jayden Campbell, 20. Iszac Fa’asuamaleaui, 21. Tanah Boyd, and 22. Jaylan De Groot
Titans team news:
Kieran Foran’s comeback is expected to benefit Des Hasler, as the veteran will be starting alongside Phillip Sami.Tony Francis is replaced in the backline by Sami, and Tom Weaver goes out at halfback.
Despite appearing in Origin, Moeaki Fotuaika has been named; nonetheless, an evaluation will be conducted following Wednesday.Joseph Stimson leaves the 17 but Jacob Alick-Wiencke remains on the pine.Both Jayden Campbell and Tanah Boyd have been added to the extended squad and may be late inclusions.
South Sydney confirmed team: 1. Latrell Mitchell, 2. Alex Johnston, 3. Taane Milne, 4. Richard Kennar, 5. Jacob Gagai, 6. Jack Wighton, 7. Cody Walker, 8. Davvy Moale, 9. Damien Cook, 10. Sean Keppie, 11. Michael Chee Kam, 12. Jai Arrow, 13. Keaon Koloamatangi, 14. Peter Mamouzelos, 15. Tallis Duncan, 16. Siliva Havili, 17. Tom Burgess, 18. Dion Teaupa, 19. Liam Le Blanc,, 20. Adam Christensen, 21. Leon Te Hau, and 22. Bayleigh Bentley-Hape
Rabbitohs team news:
Izaac Thompson drops to the side, and Michael Chee Kam moves to the back row to cover for Jacob Host, allowing Richie Kennar to take over at center. Dion Teeupa is out, and Cody Walker is expected to make his first appearance back in the halves after a calf problem.
The return of Campbell Graham, Tevita Tatola, and Jaye Gray is anticipated to occur within the month, with Cameron Murray slated to return the following week.
North Queensland Cowboys vs. New Zealand Warriors
Saturday, June 8 at Queensland Country Bank Stadium
North Queensland confirmed team: 1. Scott Drinkwater2. Kyle Feldt3. Jaxon Purdue4. Villiami Vailea5. Braidon Burns6. Jake Clifford7. Chad Townsend8. Jordan McLean9. Sam McIntyre10. Griffin Neame11. Heilum Luki12. Kulikefu Finefeuiaki13. Thomas Mikaele14. Tom Chester15. Harrison Edwards16. Jamal Shibasaki17. Jason Taumalolo18. Tom Duffy19. Valentine Holmes20. Murray Taulagi21. Tom Dearden22. Reece Robson23. Jeremiah Nanai24. Reuben Cotter
Cowboys team news:
Whether or whether Todd Payten will play them, he is expected to welcome back his Origin stars following their valiant victory against the Roosters last week.
Prior to the game, Valentine Holmes and Murray Taulagi might be named in the backline and evaluated, with Brandon Burns and Jayxon Purdue perhaps out.At five-eighth, Jake Clifford has been selected; however, co-captain Tom Dearden may take his place.
Reece Robson is only listed in the reserves when Jake Granville withdraws, thus Sam McIntyre is starting at dummy half. Heilum Luki, who was last week cited for a risky throw, entered an early guilty plea to avoid suspension, so he will start in the backrow next to Kulikefu Finefeuiaki. There is a reserve listing for Jeremiah Nanai.
Thomas Mikele is still under lockdown for the time being, but Reuben Cotter has also been added to the expanded roster. Tom Chester, who was forced to withdraw from action late last week due to an injury, will start the game off the bench.
New Zealand confirmed team: 1. Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad, 2. Dallin Watene-Zelezniak, 3. Rocco Berry, 4. Adam Pompey, 5. Marcelo Montoya, 6. Chanel Harris-Tavita, 7. Te Maire Martin, 8. Addin Fonua-Blake, 9. Wayde Egan, 10. Jackson Ford, 11. Marata Niukore, 12. Mitchell Barnett, 13. Tohu Harris, 14. Dylan Walker, 15. Jazz Tevaga, 16. Tom Ale, 17. Kurt Capewell, 18. Freddy Lussick, 20. Taine Tuaupiki, 21. Bunty Afoa, 22. Edward Kosi, and 23. Moala Graham-Taufa
Warriors team news:
After the bye, Andrew Webster will welcome back a number of players to give the developing Warriors even more momentum. In the team’s final match, Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad was ruled out due to illness, and Taaine Tuaupiki was a late scratch due to personal reasons. Dallin Watene-Zelezniak started at fullback. This week, the latter is expected to make his fullback comeback.
In Round 12, Rocco Berry was named in the centers but pulled out prior to kickoff. This week, he is named to start. Berry and CNK have moved up to the backline, replacing Moala Graham-Taufa and Edward Kosi. Te Maire Martin stays at halfback, while Shaun Johnson is still sidelined due to an injury. Chanel Harris-Tavita is his partner at
Paul Roache is forced out of the starting lineup by the return of Wayde Egan from a head knock and Addin Fonua-Blake from a club-imposed ban.Marata Niukore and Mitch Barnett are expected to start in the backrow alongside Jackson Ford, who shifts up front.
The reappearance of Captain Thohu Harris forces Dylan Walker to the woods, where he meets up with Kurt Capewell. The large intake of players caused Jacob Laban and Zyon Maiu’u to leave the team.
Brisbane Broncos vs. Cronulla Sharks
Saturday, June 8 at Suncorp Stadium
Brisbane confirmed team: 1. Reece Walsh, 2. Corey Oates, 3. Kotoni Staggs, 4. Selwyn Cobbo, 5. Deine Mariner, 6. Ezra Mam, 7. Jock Madden, 8. Corey Jensen, 9. Billy Walters, 10. Payne Haas, 11. Brendan Piakura, 12. Jordan Riki, 13. Patrick Carrigan, 14. Tyson Smoothy, 15. Xavier Willison, 16. Kobe Hetherington, 17. Jack Gosiewski, 18. Josh Rogers, 19. Fletcher Baker, 20. Blake Mozer, 21. Martin Taupau, 22. Josiah Karapani, 23. Tristan Sailor, and24. Jaiyden Hunt
Broncos team news:
Kevin Walters will have a tough decision to make on whether he plays his Origin stars for the blockbuster clash against the Sharks. Reece Walsh has been named ahead of Game I, while Selwyn Cobbo is also listed in the backline.
Josiah Karapani drops out of the side to make way for the returning Kotoni Staggs, while Ezra Mam will start at five-eighth despite being in QLD camp all week. Payne Haas and Patrick Carrigan will have to be assessed after their Origin exertions but have been named to start. If they are ruled out, Kobe Hetherington is likely to get the nod to start up front, while Martin Taupau and Fletcher Baker could be added to the list.
Cronulla confirmed team: 1. Will Kennedy, 2. Sione Katoa, 3. Jesse Ramien, and 4. Kayal Iro, 5. Ronaldo Mulitalo, 6. Daniel Atkinson, 7. Braydon Trindall, 8. Thomas Hazelton, 9. Blayke Brailey, 10. Oregon Kaufusi, 11. Briton Nikora, 12. Sifa Talakai, 13. Cameron McInnes, 14. Jack Williams, 15. Toby Rudolf, 16. Royce Hunt, 17. Tuku HauTapuha, 18. Mawene Hiroti, 19. Billy Burns, 20. Jayden Berrell, 21. Niwhai Puru, and 22. Jesse Colquhoun
Sharks team news:
Nicho Hynes will not be risked by the Sharks after battling with a calf injury in the past month, with Braydon Trindall continuing in the halves. Cameron McInnes has been named to back up Origin, with Jack Williams going back to the bench.
Sifa Talakai has been promoted off the bench to start in the backrow due to Teig Wilton’s absence, while Tuku Hau Tapuha is the new face on the bench as he replaces Braden Hamlin-Uele. Jesse Colquhoun has been included in the squad for the first time this year after suffering a foot injury in the pre-season trials.
Melbourne Storm vs. Newcastle Knights
Sunday, June 9 at AAMI Park
Melbourne confirmed team: 1. Sua Fa’alogo, 2. Grant Anderson, 3. Reimis Smith, 4. Nick Meaney, 5. Xavier Coates, 6. Tyran Wishart, 7. Jahrome Hughes, 8. Christian Welch, 9. Harry Grant, 10. Tui Kamikamica, 11. Shawn Blore, 12. Eli Katoa, 13. Josh King, 14. Bronson Garlick, 15. Trent Loiero, 16. Nelson Asofa-Solomona, 17. Alec MacDonald, 18. Joe Chan, 19. Jack Howarth, 20. Young Tonumaipea, 21. Kane Bradley, and22. Dean Ieremia
Storm team news:
Ryan Papenhuyzen will have to wait at least another week for his return after not being listed in the squad. Sua Fa’alogo remains at fullback, while Grant Anderson will replace the injured Will Warbrick.
Xavier Coates has been named on the wing and could back-up from Origin duty, while Harry Grant has also been named to start. Bronson Garlick has been drafted into the 17 to cover for the skipper.
Newcastle confirmed team: 1. David Armstrong, 2. Enari Tuala, 3. Dane Gagai, 4. Krystian Mapapalangi, 5. Greg Marzhew, 6. Jack Cogger, 7. Jackson Hastings, 8. Jacob Saifiti, 9. Jayden Brailey, 10. Leo Thompson, 11. Kai Pearce-Paul, 12. Dylan Lucas, 13. Adam Elliott, 14. Phoenix Crossland, 15. Daniel Saifiti, 16. Tyson Frizell, 17. Brodie Jones, 18. Thomas Cant, 19. Mat Croker, 20. Will Pryce, 21. Jack Hetherington, and 22. Fletcher Sharpe
Knights team news:
Despite a disappointing loss to the Dogs last week, Adam O’Brien has stuck to his selections. Kalyn Ponga, Bradman Best and Tyson Gamble remain out, while Daniel Saifiti is also in doubt due to a knee injury that he sustained last week. However, the prop has been named on the bench, with Jack Hetherington likely to be his replacement if he is ruled out.
Penrith Panthers vs. Manly Sea Eagles
Sunday, June 9 at BlueBet Stadium
Penrith confirmed team: 1. Daine Laurie, 2. Sunia Turuva, 3. Izack Tago, 4. Paul Alamoti, 5. Brian To’o 6. Jack Cole, 7. Jarome Luai, 8. Moses Leota, 9. Mitch Kenny, 10. James Fisher-Harris, 11. Scott Sorensen, 12. Liam Martin, 13. Isaah Yeo, 14. Trent Toelau, 15 Lindsay Smith, 16. Liam Henry, 17. Luke Garner, 18. Brad Schneider, 19. Mavrik Geyer, 20. Matthew Eisenhuth, 21. Jesse McLean, 22. Preston Riki, 23. Dylan Edwards, and 25. Tyrone Peachey
Panthers team news:
Ivan Cleary faces some tough decisions on whether to ask his Origin stars to back-up or rest them. Daine Laurie is set to continue at fullback, with Dylan Edwards dropping out of Game 1 with a quad injury. Although Edwards has been named in the reserves,.
Brian To’o has been named to start with Jesse McLean waiting in the wings after an impressive display last week. Jarome Luai has been named at halfback, although Brad Schneider is there in cover in the extended squad. Moses Leota suffered a hamstring issue during last week’s loss to the Dragons but has been listed to start up front.
Liam Martin and Isaah Yeo have also been named to start, although the returning Luke Garner and Lindsay Smith could take their starting spots if they are ruled out.
Manly confirmed team: 1. Lehi Hopoate, 2. Jason Saab, 3. Tolu Koula, 4. Reuben Garrick, 5. Tommy Talau, 6. Luke Brooks, 7. Daly Cherry-Evans, 8. Taniela Paseka, 9. Karl Lawton, 10. Josh Aloiai, 11. Haumole Olakau’atu, 12. Ben Trbojevic, 13. Jake Trbojevic, 14. Gordon Chan Kum Tong, 15. Corey Waddell, 16. Toafofoa Sipley, 17. Nathan Brown, 18. Ethan Bullemor, 19. Raymond Tuaimalo Vaega, 20. Jaxson Paulo, 21. Jamie Humphreys, 22. Ben Condon, and 23. Jake Simpkin
Sea Eagles team news:
Anthony Seibold has opted to name all of his Origin stars for the time being. Lehi Hopoate gets the nod at fullback after an impressive debut, despite the return from injury of Tolu Koula. Tommy Talau shifts to the wing and Raymond Tuaimalo Vaega drops out as a result of Koula’s inclusion.
Lachlan Croker remains on the sidelines, with Karl Lawton to start at dummy-half. Meanwhile, new recruit Jake Simpkin has been included in the extended squad.
Canterbury Bulldogs vs. Parramatta Eels
Monday, June 10 at Accor Stadium
Canterbury confirmed team: 1. Connor Tracey, 2. Jacob Kiraz, 3. Bronson Xerri, 4. Stephen Crichton, 5. Blake Wilson, 6. Matt Burton, 7. Toby Sexton, 8. Max King, 9. Reed Mahoney, 10. Sam Hughes, 11. Jacob Preston, 12. Jaeman Salmon, 13. Kurt Mann, 14. Bailey Hayward, 15. Josh Curran, 16. Kurtis Morrin, 17. Lipoi Hopoi, 19. Poasa Faamausili, 20. Blake Taaffe, 21. Jake Turpin, 22. Drew Hutchison, and 23. Harry Hayes
Bulldogs team news:
Cameron Ciraldo is set to include Stephen Crichton due to the lengthy turnaround from Origin, with his return to the center pushing Jacob Kiraz to the wing to cover for Josh Addo-Carr’s absence. Matt Burton will also return at five-eighth, with Drew Hutchison dropping out of the halves.
Parramatta confirmed the following team: 1. Clint Gutherson, 2. Maika Sivo, 3. Will Penisini, 4. Blaize Talagi, 5. Sean Russell, 6. Dylan Brown, 7. Mitch Moses, 8. Reagan Campbell-Gillard, 9. Brendan Hands, 10. Junior Paulo, 11. Kelma Tuilagi, 12. Bryce Cartwright, 13. J’maine Hopgood, 14. Joe Ofahengaue, 15. Shaun Lane, 16. Makahesi Makatoa, 17. Wiremu Greig, 18. Daejarn Asi, 19. Morgan Harper, 20. Joey Lussick, 21. Ryan Matterson, and 22. Luca Moretti
Eels team news:
Bailey Simonsson has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a knee injury. Blaize Talagi joins the backline in the center, with Sean Russell moving to the wing. J’maine Hopgood is set to back-up from Origin, with Joe Ofahengaue reverting to the bench.
Ryan Matterson is nearing a return to action after suffering with concussion symptoms. Although he is likely to make the 17 next week.