LeagueNews.co | Nick Loken
In a highly anticipated match at the Sydney Cricket Ground, the Sydney Roosters are gearing up to face the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles on Thursday night.
This game marks the return to the iconic venue and also serves as an opportunity to celebrate the Roosters' 2013 Premiership-winning team.
A key highlight of this clash will be the showdown between two influential fullbacks, who play a crucial role in their respective teams' attacking strategies.
The previous encounter between these teams saw Manly emerge victorious with a narrow two-point win, thanks to a try scored by Ben Trbojevic.
Historically, the Sea Eagles have had the upper hand, winning 87 out of 139 matches against the Roosters.
However, recent history slightly favors the Roosters, who have emerged victorious in six out of their last nine encounters with the Sea Eagles.
The Roosters' head coach, Trent Robinson, has made minimal changes to the squad, with Siua Wong earning his first start in the NRL in the back row.
Additionally, Drew Hutchison returns to the team on the interchange bench, while Jake Turpin finds himself on the extended bench.