LeagueNews.co | Nick Loken

Eels v Cowboys: Beckett into halves; Dibb returns

Parramatta aims to harness the resilience that led to their victory over the Dragons as they host the Cowboys, who are eager to recover from their loss during Magic Round.

PNG powerhouse Elsie Albert delivered a standout performance, igniting the Eels' second-half comeback with a try after overcoming five defenders, contributing to their narrow 12-10 victory. However, this win came with consequences.

Injuries have hit hard, with Cassey Tohi-Hiku, Rory Owen, and Kennedy Cherrington all added to the injury list. As a result, coach Steve Georgallis must rely on both emerging talent and seasoned players to elevate their performance against North Queensland.

The Cowboys, currently ranked third, started strong against the Warriors but struggled to maintain momentum after taking an early lead. They will seek to regain their footing when they face the fourth-placed Eels.