See if there will be any late changes to your team ahead of Heritage Round.
fanatix reveals the full team changes and gossip ahead of round five of the 2014 NRL season.
Roosters v Bulldogs
Sonny Bill Williams returns from suspension for the Roosters which pushes Mitch Aubusson to the bench. Dylan Napa moves into the starting line-up, replacing Jared Waerea-Hargreaves (suspension).
Frank Pritchard, despite being named in the starting team, is a good chance of being ruled out with an ankle injury. Greg Eastwood, who has been named on an extended bench, will move into the 17 to play his first match of the season, with Josh Jackson likely to move into the starting team in place of Pritchard.
Broncos v Eels
The Eels remain unchanged while the Broncos welcome back Justin Hodges (Achilles) for his first game back since last August. While named in the starting team, it wouldn’t surprise if Hodges starts on the bench with Lachlan Maranta to run on. Dale Copley moves to the wing. Jarrod Wallace and Corey Oates have been named on an extended bench.
Sharks v Warriors
There is growing confidence Jeff Robson (facial fractures) will be cleared to play and will take Daniel Holdsworth’s spot at halfback. If Michael Gordon (knee) is ruled out that could open the door for young star Valentine Holmes to make his debut. Bryce Gibbs has moved into the starting team and Sam Tagataese will come off the bench. Todd Carney (hamstring) also in some doubt.
The Warriors lose Sione Lousi (suspension) and Feleti Mateo (knee) returns to the starting team following injury. Sebastine Ikahihifo is likely to come into the 17. Konrad Hurrell moves to centre, replacing Jerome Ropati (jaw),
Panthers v Raiders
Tim Grant (contract saga), Josh Mansour (hamstring) and Peter Wallace (groin) have all been named to return for the Panthers, while Dallin Watene-Zelezniak makes his NRL debut. Kev Naiqama and Isaac John have both been dropped while winger David Simmons (hamstring) isn’t expected back till round 10.
Key Raiders forwards Shaun Fensom (elbow) and Joel Edwards (concussion) both passed fitness tests on Friday and will take their place in the starting team. Jake Foster, who had been named at 18th man, will drop out of the squad.
Dragons v Rabbitohs
Josh Dugan makes his return for his first game since the Charity Shield. Fill-in fullback Adam Quinlan will now take over the halfback’s role despite Michael Witt being named to start. Witt drops out of the squad. Dan Hunt (knee) makes his return to the forward pack. Tyson Frizell in some doubt with an ankle injury giving Jack Stockwell a chance to come into the 17.
The Bunnies have made numerous changes with Ben Lowe and Lote Tuqiri out of the squad. Alex Johnston and Cameron McInnes have the chance to make their debut, being named on an extended bench with Luke Burgess and Jason Clark. John Sutton has shifted out of the forward pack and back to five-eighth with Dylan Walker shuffling to the centres.
Storm v Titans
The Storm have lost Jordan McLean (suspension) for seven weeks, meaning Tim Glasby will come off the bench, while Cameron Smith (back) is expected to return. The Titans remain unchanged. Five-eighth Aidan Sezer has been struggling (quad) but is expected to play.
Tigers v Sea Eagles
The Tigers welcome back Liam Fulton and Tim Simona, who both return this week from concussion. Simona could start ahead of Keith Lulia in the centres. Sauaso Sue (ankle) will miss six to eight weeks.
For the Sea Eagles Jason King (suspension) and James Hasson (virus) return. Jesse Sene-Lefao has been named 18th man.
Cowboys v Knights
The Cowboys team won’t be finalised till after training on Saturday. Kyle Feldt (ankle) is a concern. The Knights are also expected to be 1- 17 with Zane Tetevano added to an extended bench.
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