LeagueNews.co | Nick Loken
The Newcastle Knights are strutting their stuff and getting in top form for the finals with a dominant seven-try display against the Cowboys in Townsville.
The defending premiers have catapulted themselves into second place on the ladder, level on points with the Roosters but holding a superior points differential.
The Knights wasted no time in asserting their dominance, with Yasmin Clydsdale and Tayla Predebon crossing the try line early on to give their team a solid advantage.
Olympic gold medalist Tenika Willison joined the party in the 19th minute, courtesy of a slick break by Tamika Upton.
Despite a slight stumble from Abigail Roache in the 24th minute, the Knights continued to press forward, with Roache redeeming herself with a try early in the second half.
It was a stellar performance from the Knights, showcasing their attacking prowess and defensive steel as they prepare for the high-pressure finals ahead.
With their eyes firmly set on the prize, the Knights are showing no signs of slowing down as they aim to secure back-to-back premierships.