LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
The nib Newcastle Knights NRL Head Coach, Adam O'Brien, has made some changes to his squad ahead of their upcoming match against the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks.
The team has been reduced to 19 players for the highly anticipated Old Boys Day clash at McDonald Jones Stadium this Sunday.
According to reports from newcastleknights.com.au, three players have been taken out of the team.
Lachlan Fitzgibbon, Kurt Mann, and Jackson Hastings have been replaced by Dylan Lucas, Brodie Jones, and Adam Clune in the starting 17.
This strategic move by Coach O'Brien aims to bring a fresh dynamic to the team and strengthen their chances against the Sharks.
By introducing Lucas, Jones, and Clune into the starting lineup, O'Brien is hoping to inject some new energy and skill into the team's gameplay.
Enari Tuala and Fa'amanu Brown have also been kept on the extended bench, indicating that they may still have a chance to be included in the final 17 on game day.
Their inclusion on the extended bench shows that O'Brien values their contributions and wants to keep his options open for potential substitutions during the match.
With these changes, the Newcastle Knights are ready to take on the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks with a renewed sense of determination and strategy.
The team is hopeful that the new additions to the starting lineup will bring about a successful result on Old Boys Day, a significant event for the club and its supporters.
The full team lineup can be found below, showcasing the players who will take to the field on game day:
- 1.
Kalyn Ponga
- 2.
Dom Young
- 3.
Kurt Mann
- 4.
Bradman Best
- 5.
Hymel Hunt
- 6.
Jake Clifford
- 7.
Mitchell Pearce
- 8.
David Klemmer
- 9.
Jayden Brailey
- 10.
Daniel Saifiti
- 11.
Tyson Frizell
- 12.
Brodie Jones
- 13.
Mitchell Barnett
- 14.
Connor Watson
- 15.
Jacob Saifiti
- 16.
Sauaso Sue
- 17.
Dylan Lucas
- 18.
Adam Clune
- 19.
Enari Tuala
- 20.
Fa'amanu Brown
With this formidable lineup, the Knights are ready to give their all and secure a victory against the Sharks.
The players have been training hard and are prepared to showcase their skills and teamwork on the field.
Fans can expect an intense and thrilling match as the Knights battle it out for a crucial win.