LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
Manly's key players, Daly Cherry-Evans and Tom Trbojevic, have had mixed news regarding their availability for the upcoming game against the Raiders.
Cherry-Evans is expected to play after recovering from back spasms that forced him to leave the field in the previous match against the Warriors.
On the other hand, Trbojevic's participation is uncertain as he continues to recover from hamstring tightness.
Despite being named in the lineup, a final decision will be made later in the week.
Trbojevic underwent scans that showed no muscle damage, and he participated in a limited training session, mainly running and cycling away from the main group.
Cherry-Evans, the team's captain and halfback, impressed his teammates with his quick recovery and active participation in training.
Forward Ethan Bullemor expressed excitement about Cherry-Evans' potential return to the lineup, highlighting his importance to the team.
"He's the captain and halfback, so we're really excited to have him in the team.
I'm pretty sure that he's ready to go, so I'm excited to have him on-board," Bullemor said.
Cherry-Evans' ability to bounce back swiftly from injury reflects his experience and resilience in the game, having made his debut in 2011 and rarely missing matches since then.
Overall, Cherry-Evans appears set to make a comeback for the upcoming game, providing a much-needed boost to the team.
Meanwhile, Trbojevic's situation remains uncertain as he continues his recovery process.
The final decision on both players' availability will be made closer to the match day.
Their presence on the field will undoubtedly impact Manly's performance and chances of success in the upcoming game against the Raiders.