Dragons vs Rabbitohs: A Tale of Two Teams
As the NRL season rolls on, we are rapidly approaching the business end of the year. With only a few games remaining before the finals, every match takes on increased significance. One such match will take place on Saturday afternoon when the South Sydney Rabbitohs travel to Kogarah Oval to take on the St George Illawarra Dragons.
The Teams
The two teams couldn’t be further apart in the NRL ladder with the Rabbitohs sitting comfortably in second place while the Dragons languish in 17th. However, in rugby league, anything can happen on the day, and the Dragons will be hoping to cause an upset against one of the form teams of the competition.
The Rabbitohs will have to cope without two of their stars, Latrell Mitchell and Cameron Murray, who are both out injured. However, they will welcome back Siliva Havili, who can play numerous positions. Meanwhile, the Dragons will be without Jack de Belin, who is suspended.
Match Time
The match will kick off at 3 pm AEST on Saturday. For those watching in different cities, the start times are:
- Sydney/Melbourne: 3 pm
- Brisbane: 2.30 pm
- Adelaide: 1 pm
- Perth: 5 pm
- New Zealand: 3 pm
How to Watch
Fox League will be broadcasting the match, with coverage starting at 2 pm AEST. Alternatively, fans can stream the game live on Kayo Sports.
Team Lists
Here are the lineups for the Dragons and Rabbitohs:
Dragons Team List:
- Tyrell Sloan
- Mat Feagai
- Moses Suli
- Zac Lomax
- Mikaele Ravalawa
- Jayden Sullivan
- Ben Hunt
- Francis Molo
- Jacob Liddle
- Michael Molo
- Billy Burns
- Jaydn Su’A
- Ben Murdoch-Masila
- Moses Mbye
- Jaidyen Hunt
- Josh Kerr
- Zane Musgrove
Rabbitohs Team List:
- Blake Taaffe
- Alex Johnston
- Isaiah Tass
- Campbell Graham
- Richard Kennar
- Cody Walker
- Lachlan Ilias
- Tevita Tatola
- Damien Cook
- Hame Sele
- Keaon Koloamatangi
- Jacob Host
- Shaq Mitchell
- Jed Cartwright
- Michael Chee Kam
- Siliva Havili
- Daniel Suluka-Fifita
Editorial & Advice
This match may seem like a foregone conclusion on paper, but the NRL is a funny game, and that’s what makes it so exciting. While the Rabbitohs will start as heavy favourites, the Dragons will be hoping to cause a massive upset and give their fans something to cheer about. Whatever the outcome, this match is sure to provide plenty of thrills and spills.
For the Rabbitohs, it’s the opportunity to continue their march up the ladder and consolidate their position as one of the top teams in the competition. They will have to do it without two of their stars, but the depth of their squad should be enough to get the job done.
Meanwhile, the Dragons will be desperate to climb off the bottom of the NRL ladder and show that they are capable of competing with the best teams in the competition.
As always, injuries will play their part, and it remains to be seen how both teams will cope without key players. Whoever can handle the pressure and adapt to the situation will likely come out on top.
In conclusion, rugby league is a game where anything can happen, and this match is no exception. While the Rabbitohs will start as strong favourites, the Dragons will be looking to cause an upset and turn their season around. The match promises to be an exciting one, and fans should be in for a great spectacle.
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