The Newcastle Knights has named a 17-man team for Sunday’s Round 15 match against the Cronulla Sharks at Hunter Stadium.
The Knights welcome back Tyrone Roberts (ankle) and Robbie Rochow (back surgery) from injury.
Roberts will partner Carlos Tuimavave in the halves, with Kurt Gidley returning to fullback and Dane Gagai into the centres to partner Akuila Uate on the right side.
Chris Houston moves into the starting side to replace Jack Stockwell at lock, who is ruled out for the season with a bicep injury. Jeremy Smith remains unavailable due to a sternum injury, as does David Fa'alogo with a hamstring injury.
Joseph Tapine and Paterika Vaivai are added to the four-man bench alongside Rochow and Tyler Randell.
All four players on Origin duties - Beau Scott, Tariq Sims, Korbin Sims and Dane Gagai, have been named to play in the Round 15 match however will need to pass a medical on Thursday (for those that play).
CLICK HERE for the Round 15 team list.
Newcastle Knights v Cronulla Sharks
Gates open: 11.30am
NYC: 11.45am
NRL: 2pm
Venue: Hunter Stadium
Tickets: BUY HERE
