FRIDAY APRIL 11th 2025
Dragons v Titans.
Win Stadium, Sydney 6:00pm
Riding the momentum from their win over Melbourne, the Dragons were expected to get the job done against the Eels, but they squandered a 12-point lead and fell to a heartbreaking 23-22 defeat in golden point extra time.
ST GEORGE DRAGONS
1. Clinton Gutherson 2. Tyrell Sloan 3. Moses Suli 4. Valentine Holmes, 5. Christian Tuipulotu 6. Kyle Flanagan 7. Lachlan Ilias 8. Toby Couchman , 9. Damien Cook 10. David Klemmer 11. Luciano Leilua 12. Jaydn Su’A 13. Jack de Belin , 14. Jacob Liddle 15. Blake Lawrie 16. Hamish Stewart 17. Dylan Egan, 18. Mathew Feagai 19. Raymond Faitala-Mariner 20. Sione Finau, 21. Lyhkan King-Togia 22. Loko Jnr Pasifiki Tonga
Unchanged 1-17.
In: Mathew Feagai (reserve), Raymond Faitala-Mariner (reserve), Sione Finau (reserve), Lyhkan King-Togia (reserve), Loko Jnr Pasifiki Tonga (reserve)
Titans Struggle Against Determined Dolphins
Dragons Confident Heading into WIN Stadium Clash
The Titans came into the match with momentum after defeating the Roosters in Round 4, but they were no match for a determined Dolphins side and suffered a heavy 36-10 loss.
Meanwhile, the Dragons have beaten the Titans twice in the 2024 season, racking up a total of 60 points, and they’ll head into the clash at WIN Stadium full of confidence in their ability to take control against Des Hasler’s men.
GOLD COAST TITANS
1. Jaylan De Groot 2. Tony Francis 3. Brian Kelly 4. Phillip Sami 5. Jojo Fifita, 6. AJ Brimson 7. Jayden Campbell 8. Moeaki Fotuaika 9. Sam Verrills, 10. Reagan Campbell-Gillard 11. Klese Haas 12. Beau Fermor 13. Chris Randall , 14. Arama Hau 15. David Fifita 16. Jaimin Jolliffe 17. Brock Gray 18. Tom Weaver, 19. Jacob Alick-Wiencke 20. Sean Mullany 21. Tukimihia Simpkins 22. Allan Fitzgibbon
Out: Tino Fa’asuamaleaui (lock)
In: Sosefo Fifita (wing), Sam Verrills (hooker), Thomas Weaver (reserve), Jacob Alick (reserve), Tukimihia Simpkins (reserve), Allan Fitzgibbon (reserve)
Changes: Beau Fermor (centre to second row), Phillip Sami (wing to centre), Chris Randall (hooker to lock), David Fifita (second row to bench), Sean Mullany (bench to reserve)
Referees: Chris Butler; Side line Officials: Daniel Luttringer, David Munro; Video Referees: Liam Kennedy.
Key Stats
Dragons Dominate Titans at WIN Stadium, Strong Performances from Key Players
The Dragons have won four of their past five games against the Titans.
The Titans have lost all six games played at WIN Stadium.
Dragons winger Tyrell Sloan has scored nine tries in his past 10 games at WIN Stadium.
Titans coach Des Hasler has lost five in a row to Shane Flanagan-coached teams.
Dragons winger Christian Tuipulotu has scored seven tries in his last six games.
Both Teams Looking to Bounce Back After Disappointing Losses
Dragons May Have the Edge at Home
The Dragons held a solid lead in the first half against the Eels last week but fell away after the break and suffered a disappointing come-from-behind defeat. Meanwhile, the Titans were outplayed from start to finish by the Dolphins and never managed to gain any momentum, ending in a heavy loss. Both sides will be eager to bounce back after the embarrassment of handing out a first win to their opponents.
With both teams showing inconsistency in their performances, it’s tough to predict which way this one will go. However, considering the Dragons are playing at home in Wollongong, they might just have a slight edge.
Broncos v Roosters
Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane 8:00pm
Broncos and Roosters Set for Friday Night Showdown at Suncorp Stadium
On Friday night, two of the biggest teams in the sport, the Broncos and the Roosters, will go head-to-head at Suncorp Stadium.
Brisbane will be looking to build on their victory over the Wests Tigers last week and are aiming to ride that momentum in front of a packed crowd. Ben Hunt is set to take on an even greater playmaking role in Friday’s game, while Reece Walsh is looking to build on his solid start to the season and elevate his performance further.
Broncos
1. Reece Walsh 2. Selwyn Cobbo 3. Kotoni Staggs 4. Gehamat Shibasaki 5. Jesse Arthars, 6. Ben Hunt 7. Adam Reynolds 8. Patrick Carrigan 9. Cory Paix 10. Payne Haas, 11. Jack Gosiewski 12. Jaiyden Hunt 13. Kobe Hetherington 14. Billy Walters , 15. Corey Jensen 16. Xavier Willison 17. Martin Taupau 18. Tyson Smoothy, 19. Deine Mariner 20. Jock Madden 21. Benjamin Te Kura 22. Blake Mozer
Out: Brendan Piakura (second row)
In: Martin Taupau (bench), Tyson Smoothy (reserve), Deine Mariner (reserve), Jock Madden (reserve), Benjamin Te Kura (reserve), Blake Mozer (reserve)
Changes: Jaiyden Hunt (bench to second row)
Roosters Looking to Bounce Back After Round 5 Defeat as They Head North
The Roosters suffered a frustrating defeat to the Rabbitohs in Round 5, but that pain will serve as motivation as they head north this week.
It’s been a tough start to the season for this young team, but they are determined to make a strong impact at Suncorp Stadium.
Roosters
1. James Tedesco 2. Daniel Tupou 3. Billy Smith 4. Robert Toia 5. Dominic Young, 6. Sandon Smith 7. Hugo Savala 8. Nat Butcher 9. Connor Watson 10. Naufahu Whyte, 11. Angus Crichton 12. Siua Wong 13. Victor Radley 14. Zach Dockar-Clay, 15. Salesi Foketi 16. Blake Steep 17. Spencer Leniu 18. Mark Nawaqanitawase, 19. Taylor Losalu 20. Ethan King 21. Chad Townsend 22. Makahesi Makatoa
Out: Lindsay Collins (front row)
In: Hugo Savala (halfback), Victor Radley (lock), Mark Nawaqanitawase (reserve), Taylor Losalu (reserve), Ethan King (reserve), Makahesi Makatoa (reserve)
Changes: Chad Townsend (halfback to reserve), Nat Butcher (lock to front row)
Referees: Peter Gough; Side line Officials: Michael Wise, Phil Henderson; Video Referees: Ashley Klein.
Key Stats
Broncos Look to Break Roosters’ Suncorp Stadium Curse, Standout Performances from Key Players
The Broncos have not defeated the Roosters twice in a season since 2018.
The Roosters have lost three of their past four games at Suncorp Stadium.
Broncos centre Jesse Arthars has scored eight tries in his past six games.
Roosters winger Dominic Young has scored five tries in his past three games against the Broncos.
Broncos in Strong Form; Roosters Look to Rebound After Disappointing Loss
The Broncos struggled in the first half against the Tigers but bounced back in the second to secure a convincing win. On the other hand, the Roosters couldn’t capitalize on a wounded Rabbitohs team and fell short of expectations. The Roosters need to step up their performance in the next game, but their confidence is currently low. In contrast, the Broncos are in great form and should have a strong chance of winning this match.
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