LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
In the upcoming match between the Roosters and Sharks, the Sharks are in a strong position in the top eight after defeating Melbourne, aiming to solidify their standing against a Roosters team missing five Origin stars.
The Roosters will be without major players, including Maroons duo Lindsay Collins and Robert Toia, as well as Blues stars Angus Crichton, Spencer Leniu, and Connor Watson.
This situation will test the depth of the Roosters' squad, especially after their recent narrow loss to the Bulldogs.
Roosters coach Trent Robinson has introduced Benaiah Ioelu for his NRL debut, marking the team's fifth debutant this season; Taylor Losalu will also take to the field for just his fourth game.
The last meeting between these two teams saw the Sharks triumph 38-30 during the Magic Round 2024, where Nicho Hynes showcased an impressive performance, securing his role as the Blues halfback for the Origin series.