This Saturday, fans are in for an exciting clash between the Roosters and Cowboys, featuring star fullbacks James Tedesco and Scott Drinkwater.
Tedesco is competing with Penrith's Dylan Edwards for the NSW Blues No.1 jersey ahead of the Origin opener, while Drinkwater continues to impress for the Cowboys.
The matchup between Naufahu Whyte and Jason Taumalolo is highly anticipated, as the experienced Cowboy aims to hold his own against the rising star from Bondi, who averages 159m per match.
The Roosters and Cowboys have a storied rivalry, with their last two encounters at Magic Round leading to a 30-16 victory for the Roosters in 2021 and a 20-6 win for the Cowboys in 2023.