LeagueNews.co | Nick Loken
bulldogs.com.au are chuffed to announce NRL Round 3 Team News: Parramatta Blockbuster Beckons
The Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs lineup to take on arch-rivals Parramatta at CommBank Stadium has been revealed.
In what promises to be yet another epic clash in the storied and respected history between the two clubs, the Bulldogs and Eels are set to duke it out in prime time on Sunday arvo at 4:05pm.
Bailey Hayward has been given the nod for his maiden starting gig in the pivotal five-eighth position, while fresh face Sitili Tupouniua earns his first shot at starting since joining the Bulldogs.
Coach Cameron Ciraldo has gone for some serious grunt on the interchange bench, adding Kurt Mann, Harry Hayes, and the returning Daniel Suluka-Fifita alongside debutant Kurtis Morrin, who is gearing up for his first game of the season.
Star halfback Toby Sexton will notch up his 50th NRL appearance, having made his debut back in 2021.
Let's hope he can score a few tries in this contest!