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May 30, 2024 7:50 pm @ CommBank Stadium
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Eels – In: Clinton Gutherson, Mitchell Moses, Will Penisini, Wiremu Grieg / Out: Daejarn Asi, Joey Lussick, J’maine Hopgood, Morgan Harper
Sharks – In: Braydon Trindall, Cameron McInnes / Out: Nicho Hynes, Toby Rudolf
What We Like
The Cronulla Sharks may be without Nicho Hynes and Cameron McInnes but the majority of their team remains the same – and have shown they can perform without them – against an out-of-form Eels team.
Final Thought
As reported emerged that this season may mark Sivo’s last in the NRL, the Fijian flyer will be looking to produce some great performances in attack to keep his position at the club.
May 31, 2024 8:00 pm @ McDonald Jones Stadium
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Knights – In: Daniel Saifiti, Krystian Mapapalangi / Out: Jack Hetherington, Bradman Best
Bulldogs – In: Drew Hutchison, Blake Wilson, Kurt Mann / Out: Matt Burton, Stephen Crichton, Viliame Kikau
What We Like
The Bulldogs will be without their top three players this round, and it is set to cost them dearly as the Knights haven’t lost anyone to Origin and will run out with mainly the same squad as last time.
Final Thought
While the Bulldogs will be without Burton, Crichton and Kikau, the remaining team members will be looking to stand up in their absences. Outside back Jacob Kiraz has been in remarkable form and is a near certainty to cross the line.
June 1, 2024 5:30 pm @ BlueBet Stadium
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Panthers – In: Jesse McLean, Brad Schneider, Trent Toelau, Tyrone Peachey, Preston Riki, Mavrik Geyer / Out: Brian To’o, Dylan Edwards, Isaah Yeo, Jarome Luai, Liam Martin, Matt Eisenhuth
Dragons – In: Sione Finau, Max Feagai, Mat Feagai, Jesse Marschke, Toby Couchman, Ryan Couchman / Out: Zac Lomax, Jack Bird, Mikaele Ravalawa, Ben Hunt, Hame Sele, Jadyn Su’A
What We Like
While the Panthers lose several players for this week, the Dragons will lose Ben Hunt and Zac Lomax – their two most crucial players. Taking a look at the teams, the Panthers have got great players entering the side, while the Dragons are fielding a probable NSW Cup team.
Final Thought
Playing his second NRL game this weekend, winger Jesse McLean will be looking to make his mark on the competition. A regular try-scorer in reserve grade, McLean is the future of the Panthers and is set to cross the line for a four-pointer.
June 1, 2024 7:35 pm @ Kayo Stadium
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Dolphins – In: Trai Fuller, Anthony Milford / Out: Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Felise Kaufusi
Raiders – In: Josh Papalii, Simi Sasagi / Out: Hudson Young, Peter Hola
What We Like
The Raiders have won two of their past three matches and have been in surprisingly good form, while The Dolphins will be without a couple of players due to Origin commitments.
Final Thought
While the Raiders may finish with the win and take home the two points, expect the match to be extremely close, and both teams walk into half-time with the scores level.
June 2, 2024 4:05 pm @ Allianz Stadium
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Roosters – In: Junior Pauga, Nat Butcher, Siua Wong, Sitili Tupouniua, Michael Jennings / Out: Joseph Suaalii, Lindsay Collins, Egan Butcher, Angus Crichton, Spencer Leniu
Cowboys – In: Tom Chester, Jake Clifford, Jake Granville, Harrison Edwards, Jamal Shibasaki, Braidon Burns / Out: Valentine Holmes, Murray Taulagi, Jeremiah Nanai, Reece Robson, Tom Dearden, Reuben Cotter
What We Like
In his first game since being dropped by Michael Maguire from the NSW Blues, James Tedesco will be looking to deliver a strong performance to put his haters to bed. He also scored a double last weekend.
Final Thought
The Cowboys have lost several players due to Origin this round, while the core of the Roosters team remains the same. With the Roosters’ experienced outside backs taking on the inexperienced Cowboys, expect a quick try from the Tricolour’s backline stars.