The official NRL Team Lists announced first every Tuesday on NRL.com, now updated with Friday's late mail.
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FRIDAY
South Sydney Rabbitohs v Brisbane Broncos at NIB Stadium, 6:00pm (local). #NRLSOUBRI
RABBITOHS: Greg Inglis, Andrew Everingham, Matt King, Shaune Corrigan, Dylan Farrell, John Sutton, Adam Reynolds, Scott Geddes, Issac Luke, Roy Asotasi, Sam Burgess, David Taylor, Michael Crocker. Interchange (from): Chris McQueen, Eddy Pettybourne, David Tyrrell, Jason Clark, Nathan Peats
Late Mail: The Rabbitohs will also be as named, dropping Nathan Peats from their 17 and keeping Nathan Merritt (who is in Perth) fresh for next round.
Late Mail: The Rabbitohs will also be as named, dropping Nathan Peats from their 17 and keeping Nathan Merritt (who is in Perth) fresh for next round.
BRONCOS: Josh Hoffman, Gerard Beale, Jack Reed, Justin Hodges, Jharal Yow Yeh, Corey Norman, Peter Wallace, Ben Hannant, Andrew McCullough, Petero Civoniceva, Alex Glenn, Sam Thaiday (c), Ben Te'o. Interchange: Ben Hunt, Josh McGuire, Matt Gillett, Scott Anderson
Late Mail: Barring last-minute mishaps, the Broncos should run out as named.
Late Mail: Barring last-minute mishaps, the Broncos should run out as named.
Parramatta Eels v Penrith Panthers at Parramatta Stadium, 7:30pm (local). #NRLPARPEN
EELS: Luke Burt, Ken Sio, Ryan Morgan, Willie Tonga, Cheyse Blair, Ben Roberts, Chris Sandow, Tim Mannah, Matthew Keating, Mitchell Allgood, Nathan Hindmarsh (C), Taniela Lasalo, Reni Maitua. Interchange (from): Casey McGuire, Fuifui Moimoi, Justin Poore, Joseph Paulo, Pat O’Hanlon
Late Mail: The Eels are hoping Jarryd Hayne can play, but no-one will know if he's in or out until an hour before kick-off when the team is named. We think he'll miss out. Also causing problems for Parra is Nathan Hindmarsh. He too will be given until the 11th hour to prove his fitness. Expect him to suit up. FuiFui Moimoi & Chris Sandow are apparently good to go after shaking off their respective niggles, so Pat O'Hanlon misses out. Plus, expect Ken Sio to spend more time playing fullback.
Late Mail: The Eels are hoping Jarryd Hayne can play, but no-one will know if he's in or out until an hour before kick-off when the team is named. We think he'll miss out. Also causing problems for Parra is Nathan Hindmarsh. He too will be given until the 11th hour to prove his fitness. Expect him to suit up. FuiFui Moimoi & Chris Sandow are apparently good to go after shaking off their respective niggles, so Pat O'Hanlon misses out. Plus, expect Ken Sio to spend more time playing fullback.
PANTHERS: Lachlan Coote, Etu Uaisele, Michael Jennings, Brad Tighe, David Simmons, Travis Burns, Luke Walsh, Sam Mckendry, Kevin Kingston, Tim Grant, Nathan Smith, Clint Newton, Luke Lewis. Interchange (from): Danny Galea, Dayne Weston, Blake Austin, Ryan Simpkins, Cameron Ciraldo, Mitch Achurch
Late Mail: There is still some doubt over Tim Grant, and it looks like he will not play. Coach Ivan Cleary is still mulling over the make-up of the bench with word Cameron Ciraldo is no chance giving last week's debutant Ryan Simpkins the inside running on the last spot. Chris Armit has been ruled out for at least two to three weeks.
Late Mail: There is still some doubt over Tim Grant, and it looks like he will not play. Coach Ivan Cleary is still mulling over the make-up of the bench with word Cameron Ciraldo is no chance giving last week's debutant Ryan Simpkins the inside running on the last spot. Chris Armit has been ruled out for at least two to three weeks.
SATURDAY
Warriors v Gold Coast Titans at Mt Smart Stadium, 7:30pm (local). #NRLWARGLD
WARRIORS: Kevin Locke, Bill Tupou, Ben Henry, Jerome Ropati, Manu Vatuvei, James Maloney, Shaun Johnson, Sione Lousi, Nathan Friend, Ben Matulino, Lewis Brown, Simon Mannering (C), Elijah Taylor. Interchange (from): Russell Packer, Feleti Mateo, Konrad Hurrell, Ukuma Ta’Ai, John Palavi
Late Mail: Expect James Maloney to take his place in the halves. Although he wasn't named, there is some talk Sam Rapira will return to the team, with sources claiming he has a 50/50 chance of playing.
Late Mail: Expect James Maloney to take his place in the halves. Although he wasn't named, there is some talk Sam Rapira will return to the team, with sources claiming he has a 50/50 chance of playing.
TITANS: William Zillman, Steve Michaels, Bodene Thompson, Beau Champion, Dominique Peyroux, Greg Bird, Scott Prince (c), Luke Bailey, Matt Srama, Luke Douglas, Nate Myles, Mark Minichiello, Ashley Harrison. Interchange (from): Matthew White, Ben Ridge, Kayne Lawton, Brenton Lawrence
Late Mail: Jordan Rankin is out due to a foot problem with Greg Bird moving to the halves. Their is also some doubt over Nate Myles and Ash Harrison, but they should play with Myles dropping to the second row, Luke Douglas starting up front and Brenton Lawrence slotting on to the bench. Jamal Idris will not make an unexpected return.
St George Illawarra Dragons v Manly Sea Eagles at WIN Jubilee Oval, 7:30pm (local). #NRLSTIMAN
DRAGONS: Brett Morris, Daniel Vidot, Matt Cooper, Kyle Stanley, Jason Nightingale, Jamie Soward, Ben Hornby, Dan Hunt, Mitch Rein, Michael Weyman, Matt Prior, Ben Creagh, Dean Young. Interchange: Cameron King, Jeremy Latimore, Trent Merrin, Jack De Belin, Josh Miller, Beau Scott, Leeson Ah Mau
Late Mail: St George Illawarra coach Steve Price has declared Matt Cooper a certain starter for Saturday, but representative utility Beau Scott remains in doubt. Jack De Belin is carrying a shoulder injury but is still expected to play.
Late Mail: St George Illawarra coach Steve Price has declared Matt Cooper a certain starter for Saturday, but representative utility Beau Scott remains in doubt. Jack De Belin is carrying a shoulder injury but is still expected to play.
SEA EAGLES: Brett Stewart, Michael Oldfield, Jamie Lyon (c), Dean Whare, David Williams, Kieran Foran, Daly Cherry-Evans, Jason King (c), Matt Ballin, Brent Kite, Anthony Watmough, Jamie Buhrer, Daniel Harrison. Interchange (from): Vic Mauro, Darcy Lussick, Tim Robinson, Jason Annear, Nick Skinner, Jorge Taufua
Late Mail: Manly are expected to be as named with coach Toovey making the call on the make-up of the bench after a good night's sleep on Friday.
Late Mail: Manly are expected to be as named with coach Toovey making the call on the make-up of the bench after a good night's sleep on Friday.
North Queensland Cowboys v Cronulla Sharks at Dairy Farmers Stadium, 8:30pm (local). #NRLNQLCRO
COWBOYS: Matthew Bowen, Ashley Graham, Brent Tate, Kane Linnett, Antonio Winterstein, Johnathan Thurston (c), Ray Thompson, Matthew Scott (c), Aaron Payne, James Tamou, Gavin Cooper, Glenn Hall, Dallas Johnson. Interchange (from): James Segeyaro, Joel Riethmuller, Ashton Sims, Jason Taumalolo, Ricky Thorby
Late Mail: The Cowboys will be 1-17 with Ricky Thorby dropping out.
Late Mail: The Cowboys will be 1-17 with Ricky Thorby dropping out.
SHARKS: Nathan Gardner, Stewart Mills, Ben Pomeroy, Colin Best, John Williams, Todd Carney, Jeff Robson, Bryce Gibbs, Isaac De Gois, Ben Ross, Jeremy Smith, Jayson Bukuya, Paul Gallen. Interchange (from): Andrew Fifita, Wade Graham, John Morris, Anthony Tupou, Mark Taufua, Sam Tagataese
Late Mail: Bryce Gibbs is no certainty but is rated better about 70/30 to play. If he doesn't Sam Tagatese will come in instead of Mark Taufua.
Late Mail: Bryce Gibbs is no certainty but is rated better about 70/30 to play. If he doesn't Sam Tagatese will come in instead of Mark Taufua.
SUNDAY
Melbourne Storm v Sydney Roosters at AAMI Park, 2:00pm (local). #NRLMELSYD
STORM: Billy Slater, Matt Duffie, Dane Nielsen, Justin O'Neill, Anthony Quinn, Gareth Widdop, Cooper Cronk, Jesse Bromwich, Cameron Smith (c), Bryan Norrie, Sika Manu, Ryan Hoffman, Todd Lowrie. Interchange: Ryan Hinchcliffe, Kevin Proctor, Siosaia Vave, Jason Ryles
Late Mail: Todd Lowrie has a niggle with his ankle, but should play.
Late Mail: Todd Lowrie has a niggle with his ankle, but should play.
ROOSTERS: Anthony Minichiello, Justin Carney, Joseph 'BJ' Leilua, Shaun Kenny-Dowall, Sam Perrett, Braith Anasta (c), Mitchell Pearce, Jared Waerea-Hargreaves, Jake Friend, Martin Kennedy, Boyd Cordner, Mitchell Aubusson, Frank Paul Nuuausala. Interchange: Tinirau Arona, Mose Masoe, Lama Tasi, Daniel Mortimer
Late Mail: The Roosters are also expected to be as named, with news from the Junction suggesting we'll see Tautau Moga next week or the one after that.
Late Mail: The Roosters are also expected to be as named, with news from the Junction suggesting we'll see Tautau Moga next week or the one after that.
Canterbury Bankstown Bulldogs v Newcastle Knights at ANZ Stadium, 3:00pm (local). #NRLCBYNEW
BULLDOGS: Ben Barba, Steve Turner, Josh Morris, Jonathan Wright, Bryson Goodwin, Josh Reynolds, Trent Hodkinson, Aiden Tolman, Michael Ennis, Sam Kasiano, Frank Pritchard, Dene Halatau, David Stagg. Interchange: James Graham, Greg Eastwood, Corey Payne, Joel Romelo
Late Mail: The Bulldogs brilliant start to 2012 continues with no injury concerns for the new coach. Expect them to be one to 17.
Late Mail: The Bulldogs brilliant start to 2012 continues with no injury concerns for the new coach. Expect them to be one to 17.
KNIGHTS: Darius Boyd, James McManus, Timana Tahu, Junior Sa'u, Akuila Uate, Tyrone Roberts, Jarrod Mullen, Kade Snowden, Danny Buderus, Adam Cuthbertson, Chris Houston, Zeb Taia, Neville Costigan. Interchange (from): Matt Hilder, Richie Fa'aoso, Joel Edwards, Alex McKinnon, Zane Tetevano
Late Mail: Jarrod Mullen and Akuila Uate will be assessed on Saturday, but word is they should both play. Kurt Gidley was seen on the training paddock this week, but will not be considered until next week at the earliest.
Late Mail: Jarrod Mullen and Akuila Uate will be assessed on Saturday, but word is they should both play. Kurt Gidley was seen on the training paddock this week, but will not be considered until next week at the earliest.
MONDAY
Wests Tigers v Canberra Raiders at Campbelltown Sports Stadium, 7:00pm (local). #NRLWSTCAN
TIGERS: Tom Humble, Beau Ryan, Blake Ayshford, Chris Lawrence, Joel Reddy, Benji Marshall, Tim Moltzen, Aaron Woods, Liam Fulton, Matt Groat, Adam Blair, Gareth Ellis, Chris Heighington. Interchange: Sean Meaney, Ben Murdoch-Masila, Matt Bell, Junior Moors
Late Mail: The Tigers have said they "expect no late change" with Gareth Ellis recovering well from his nasty cork.
Late Mail: The Tigers have said they "expect no late change" with Gareth Ellis recovering well from his nasty cork.
RAIDERS: Blake Ferguson, Dimitri Pelo, Jarrod Croker, Shaun Berrigan, Jack Wighton, Terry Campese (c), Josh McCrone, David Shillington, Glen Buttriss, Brett White, Joel Thompson, Bronson Harrison, Josh Papalii. Interchange (from): Travis Waddell, Joe Picker, Sam Mataora, Tom Learoyd-Lahrs, Jarrad Kennedy
Late Mail: The Raiders also look likely to play as named with Jarrad Kennedy to drop off the bench.
Late Mail: The Raiders also look likely to play as named with Jarrad Kennedy to drop off the bench.
