LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
This week marks a significant opportunity for NRL clubs as they can select players on train-and-trial contracts, coinciding with Round 11 of the 2025 season.
The Wests Tigers, aiming to recover from a heavy 64-0 loss to the Melbourne Storm, will face an injury-riddled South Sydney Rabbitohs at home.
After conceding 34 points in the first half of their last match, coach Benji Marshall is likely to make changes to the lineup for Sunday's game, allowing the inclusion of players from outside the Top 30 roster and development list.
The train-and-trial contracts vary in duration, and the Wests Tigers currently have seven players on their list.
Notably, the lineup features former Newcastle Knights center Krystian Mapapalangi and ex-South Sydney Rabbitohs winger Izaac Tu'itupou.
The selection of these players provides an opportunity for the Tigers to reinvigorate their squad after a disappointing performance.