Finals secured: NRLW side make it six straight with strong win over the Roosters

The nib Newcastle Knights NRLW side have defeated the Sydney Roosters 20-4 at McDonald Jones Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

A defensive masterclass mixed in with some attacking brilliance paved the way to victory for the red and blue to make it six wins in a row.

The four tries to one win also lifts the squad into top spot on the competition ladder and assures the team of a finals finish.

HOW IT PLAYED OUT:

1st min - The match kicked off in front of just over 3,500 Members and supporters at McDonald Jones Stadium.

24th min - The match was a grind in the opening stages before the game sprung to life courtesy of our superstar fullback Tamika Upton.

The Queensland representative pounced into the attack with a kick and chase before regaining the ball to score a brilliant individual try.

33rd min - Just before half-time, the Roosters hit back through fullback Corbin Baxter.

35th min - The two sides went into the break all square at 4-4.

40th min - The Knights were back in front when Upton and Yasmin Clydsdale combined.

The fullback hit the forward with a short ball to send Clydsdale through the line, with the Origin representative returning the favour to send Upton over under the posts.

46th min - Newcastle extended their lead when Jasmin Strange scored against her former Club.

A quick move to the left had the winger diving in for her third try of the season.

62nd min - Looking to ice the game, Jesse Southwell wouldn't be denied.

The No.7 broke out of a tackle before executing two steps and powering over the line to secure the points for the red and blue.

70th min - The Knights would finish 20-4 victors to climb to the top of the NRLW ladder with one round remaining.

WHAT'S NEXT:

The Knights will travel to Campbelltown Sports Stadium next Thursday night to take on the Wests Tigers with a win would secure the minor premiership and a home semi-final.