LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
In preparation for the upcoming Round 16 match against the Warriors at Go Media Stadium in Auckland, Panthers coach Ivan Cleary has finalized his squad.
Notably, the team will be without several State of Origin players including Isaah Yeo, Nathan Cleary, Liam Martin, Brian To'o, and Dylan Edwards.
However, Blues 19th man Lindsay Smith has been included in the lineup for Saturday's game.
In the halves, Brad Schneider will team up with Blaize Talagi, while Daine Laurie has been elevated to the position of fullback.
Additionally, Paul Alamoti will play on the wing.
Liam Henry makes his return to the squad after serving a two-game suspension, and Matt Eisenhuth has been assigned the lock position.