LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
A new chapter in women's rugby league begins as the Bulldogs face the Knights in their inaugural NRLW match this Friday night at Accor Stadium.
Co-captains Tayla Preston and Angelina Teakaraanga-Katoa are set to lead the Bulldogs, who have mixed experienced players with promising youth, including 20-year-old forward Alexis Tauaneai, a standout expected to thrive.
Meanwhile, Newcastle's coach Ben Jeffries prepares to unveil a revamped Knights team following the offseason departures of key players, including Caitlan Johnston-Green and Tamika Upton.
This situation paves the way for emerging talents to seize their opportunities.
One of the notable matchups to watch will be the duel between premiership-winning halfback Jesse Southwell, who recently led the Blues to a State of Origin series victory, and Bulldogs co-captain Tayla Preston.
This clash is anticipated to be a significant highlight of the game.