LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
The North Queensland Cowboys are gearing up to face off against the Knights in a high-stakes Elimination Final at Queensland Country Bank Stadium this Saturday night.
It's crunch time for the Cowboys as they look to replicate the success of their 2022 prelim against the Eels.
With a winning record of seven out of eight finals played in North Queensland, the Cowboys are no strangers to the thrill of finals footy.
Their overall finals record of 16 wins and 13 losses is a testament to their tenacity on the field.
The Cowboys and Knights have a history of epic clashes, with rare meetings in recent years adding to the intensity of their rivalry.
The home team has dominated the last 11 fixtures between the two sides, stretching back to 2016.
With an edge of 23-22 in the overall match-up, the Cowboys are looking to maintain their winning streak and secure a decisive victory over the Knights.
It's set to be a showdown of epic proportions as the Cowboys battle it out on home turf.
With everything on the line, the players know they'll need to bring their A-game and leave it all out on the field.
As they say in the world of footy, it's do or die - and the Cowboys are ready to give it their all.