nib Newcastle Knights coach Adam O'Brien has named Lachlan Fitzgibbon to make his return from injury in Thursday's game against Brisbane at Central Coast Stadium.
Fitzgibbon has recovered from a hamstring issue to take his place in the starting side.
This means Aidan Guerra moves to the bench.
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DETAILS
Date: Thursday, June 18
Location: Central Coast Stadium
NRL kick-off: 7.50pm
