The nib Newcastle Knights NRLW squad return home for a special standalone clash against the Wests Tigers this Saturday at McDonald Jones Stadium.
For the very first time, the side will wear our proud 2025 Indigenous Round jersey to mark a huge Round at the home of the Knights.
Following four-straight wins, the squad will look to solidify their place in the top three of the competition with a victory on Saturday.
Match Preview
Teams
Match: Knights v Wests Tigers
Round 6 -
home Team
Knights
away Team
Wests Tigers
Team Lists
Backs
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Fullback for Knights is number 1 Botille Vette-WelshFullback for Wests Tigers is number 1 Jetaya Faifua
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Winger for Knights is number 2 Sheridan GallagherWinger for Wests Tigers is number 2 Rebecca Pollard
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Centre for Knights is number 3 Shanice ParkerCentre for Wests Tigers is number 3 Lily Rogan
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Centre for Knights is number 4 Tenika WillisonCentre for Wests Tigers is number 4 Emily Bass
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Winger for Knights is number 5 Tess StainesWinger for Wests Tigers is number 5 Caitlin Turnbull
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Five-Eighth for Knights is number 6 Georgia RocheFive-Eighth for Wests Tigers is number 6 Evie McGrath
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Halfback for Knights is number 7 Jesse SouthwellHalfback for Wests Tigers is number 7 Faythe Manera
Forwards
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Prop for Knights is number 8 Tayla PredebonProp for Wests Tigers is number 8 Sarah Togatuki
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Hooker for Knights is number 9 Olivia HigginsHooker for Wests Tigers is number 9 Salma Nour
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Prop for Knights is number 10 Tiana DavisonProp for Wests Tigers is number 10 Amelia Huakau
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2nd Row for Knights is number 11 Evah McEwen2nd Row for Wests Tigers is number 11 Kezie Apps
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2nd Row for Knights is number 12 Yasmin Clydsdale2nd Row for Wests Tigers is number 12 Montana Clifford
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Lock for Knights is number 13 Kayla RomaniukLock for Wests Tigers is number 13 Pihuka Berryman-Duff
Interchange
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Interchange for Knights is number 14 Jules KirkpatrickInterchange for Wests Tigers is number 14 Chelsea Savill
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Interchange for Knights is number 15 Simone KarpaniInterchange for Wests Tigers is number 15 Tara Reinke
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Interchange for Knights is number 16 Sienna YeoInterchange for Wests Tigers is number 16 Jade Fonua
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Interchange for Knights is number 17 Grace KukutaiInterchange for Wests Tigers is number 17 Lucyannah Luamanu-Leiataua
Reserves
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Replacement for Knights is number 19 Joeli MorrisReplacement for Wests Tigers is number 18 Portia Bourke
Match Officials
- Senior Review Official: Todd Smith
Last updated:
Head-to-Head
Since: 2023
Played: 2
Knights: 2
Tigers: 0
Key Match-Up
Tiana Davison v Sarah Togatuki: A colossal battle in the middle of the park between two strong middle forwards.
Davison was one of the Knights' best in the Magic Round win over Canberra with a try and 117 run metres from 14 runs.
The Knights will tackle rep player in Togatuki who has averaged 140 run metres to start the season.
Stat Attack
Jesse Southwell has maintained her perfect record with the goal kicking boots with 21 from 21 conversions.
The Knights have averaged a 79 percent set completion after five rounds.
Newcastle have averaged 472 post-contact metres while the Tigers have averaged 410.
Gameday Information
Date: Saturday 9 August
Gates open: 2:30pm
Kick-off: 3:15pm
Tickets: Purchase here
Membership: Play your part
Merchandise: Show your colours
50/50 Charity Partners: NASCA
Pre-Game
Enjoy the pre-game hype in the stadium with an Indigenous dance performance plus a performance from the Red Energy Dance Squad.
You can also swing by Wests New Lambton to soak in the pre-game buzz alongside your fellow Knights supporters and support the club that supports the Knights!
Just a short 5-minute stroll from the stadium, Wests is the ideal pre-game experience all season long.
2025 Indigenous Round Jersey
The nib Newcastle Knights are proud to unveil their 2025 Indigenous Jersey - a striking design that represents connection, strength, and cultural identity, crafted by local Indigenous artist Renae Lamb.
Titled Nginhabulagu - meaning 'Belonging' in Wiradjuri language - the artwork is a tribute to the unity found in rugby league, and to the powerful role the Knights play in bringing together men, women, and youth through shared dreams and cultural pride.
Read more about the jersey's meaning here.
Half-Time
We'll have a special Indigenous Performance, plus Mini-Leagues will take to the field.
Membership Support
The Knights Membership Team are available to assist with any issues on match day. The team are located outside the entrance to the Western grandstand at the Membership Box Office Window.
50-50 Charity Raffle
The 50-50 Charity Raffle is a not-for-profit fundraising product operated by the 50-50 Foundation. It is the Foundation's aim to raise significant funds for charities and good causes by partnering with sporting clubs and teams, event owners and charity partners to host fundraising raffles.
50% of the prize pool raised at each fundraising raffle goes to one lucky ticket holder who is drawn at random during the event. The remaining 50% goes directly towards charitable purposes.
This week's Charity Partner - NASCA
To watch
The NRLW match will be shown live on Nine, Nine Now, Fox League and Kayo Sports.
For overseas viewers, you can tune in via watchnrl.com
