DIEHARD
Administrator
KNIGHTS vs TITANS
Match info: https://www.titans.com.au/draw/nrl-premiership/2022/round-16-knights-v-titans/
Round 16: KNIGHTS vs TITANS (2022)
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Match info: https://www.titans.com.au/draw/nrl-premiership/2022/round-16-knights-v-titans/
The Birdman
Rep Player
A real cripple fight for the ages coming up here between class co-dunces Holfraud and O'Brien.
Titanic
Immortal
Lol “trust in Justin” has become “in Justin we’re bustin’ “
DIEHARD
Administrator
Knights went down narrowly to the Raiders in the dying moments. So they'll be on alert. Take a moment to absorb the mayhem.
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DIEHARD
Administrator
Kalyn Ponga OUT
Knights v Titans: Ponga ruled out; Fifita in the frame
https://www.nrl.com/news/2022/06/27/knights-v-titans-ponga-ruled-out-fifita-in-the-frame/
A season that started with such promise has turned into a nightmare for two clubs who played finals in 2021 and would have had designs on being part of the September action again this year.
The Knights launched their campaign with wins over the Roosters and Tigers before hitting the skids with seven straight losses while Gold Coast won two of their first four and pushed Parramatta and Canberra in the other two.
As they head into round 16, the Titans sit last, with a second wooden spoon in four years staring them in the face. The Knights are 12th, three wins outside the eight, but they can take comfort in the fact their run home includes games against the Bulldogs, Tigers and the Titans again in round 24.
To say this is a must-win match for both sides would be a massive understatement and with so much at stake this shapes as a gripping struggle in front of the loyal Newcastle faithful.
The Rundown
Team news
Knights: Star fullback Kalyn Ponga has been ruled out after suffering a category one concussion in Origin Two but Daniel Saifiti (knee) and Bradman Best (elbow) are a chance to return in a boost for Adam O'Brien. Dane Gagai has a five-day turnaround after the Origin game in Perth and will be monitored. Tex Hoy is the man most likely to step in for Ponga at fullback.
Titans: David Fifita hasn't played since round 12 so his return from a knee injury can't come soon enough for the Titans. Veteran forward Kevin Proctor (bicep) and winger Corey Thompson (knee) are also in the frame for a return. Captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui played 38 minutes in Origin Two and will be keen to back up for his club.
Key match-up
David Klemmer v Isaac Liu: With 403 games of experience between them, Klemmer and Liu have huge roles to play in trying to turn around the fortunes of their clubs. Klemmer has been immense for the Knights, churning out 144 metres per game and slipping 22 offloads in his 10 matches. Two-time premiership winner Liu's value to the Titans goes far beyond his 99 run metres and 27 tackles per match, as he imparts the knowledge acquired over 217 games at the elite level. No quarter will be asked or given as two of the game's true warriors leave it all on the park in search of victory.
Stat Attack
The Knights have won just one of six matches on their home patch this season, taking care of Wests Tigers 26-4 back in round two. Since then they have lost to Manly, Parramatta, Melbourne, Brisbane and Penrith at McDonald Jones Stadium, conceding 197 points and scoring just 28. Last year the Knights were 5-4 at home before the competition was transferred to Queensland due to COVID. The Titans are 1-8 away from Cbus Super Stadium in 2022.
Knights v Titans: Ponga ruled out; Fifita in the frame
https://www.nrl.com/news/2022/06/27/knights-v-titans-ponga-ruled-out-fifita-in-the-frame/
A season that started with such promise has turned into a nightmare for two clubs who played finals in 2021 and would have had designs on being part of the September action again this year.
The Knights launched their campaign with wins over the Roosters and Tigers before hitting the skids with seven straight losses while Gold Coast won two of their first four and pushed Parramatta and Canberra in the other two.
As they head into round 16, the Titans sit last, with a second wooden spoon in four years staring them in the face. The Knights are 12th, three wins outside the eight, but they can take comfort in the fact their run home includes games against the Bulldogs, Tigers and the Titans again in round 24.
To say this is a must-win match for both sides would be a massive understatement and with so much at stake this shapes as a gripping struggle in front of the loyal Newcastle faithful.
The Rundown
Team news
Knights: Star fullback Kalyn Ponga has been ruled out after suffering a category one concussion in Origin Two but Daniel Saifiti (knee) and Bradman Best (elbow) are a chance to return in a boost for Adam O'Brien. Dane Gagai has a five-day turnaround after the Origin game in Perth and will be monitored. Tex Hoy is the man most likely to step in for Ponga at fullback.
Titans: David Fifita hasn't played since round 12 so his return from a knee injury can't come soon enough for the Titans. Veteran forward Kevin Proctor (bicep) and winger Corey Thompson (knee) are also in the frame for a return. Captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui played 38 minutes in Origin Two and will be keen to back up for his club.
Key match-up
David Klemmer v Isaac Liu: With 403 games of experience between them, Klemmer and Liu have huge roles to play in trying to turn around the fortunes of their clubs. Klemmer has been immense for the Knights, churning out 144 metres per game and slipping 22 offloads in his 10 matches. Two-time premiership winner Liu's value to the Titans goes far beyond his 99 run metres and 27 tackles per match, as he imparts the knowledge acquired over 217 games at the elite level. No quarter will be asked or given as two of the game's true warriors leave it all on the park in search of victory.
Stat Attack
The Knights have won just one of six matches on their home patch this season, taking care of Wests Tigers 26-4 back in round two. Since then they have lost to Manly, Parramatta, Melbourne, Brisbane and Penrith at McDonald Jones Stadium, conceding 197 points and scoring just 28. Last year the Knights were 5-4 at home before the competition was transferred to Queensland due to COVID. The Titans are 1-8 away from Cbus Super Stadium in 2022.
DIEHARD
Administrator
Knights: Milford: Start with the Club and representing Samoa
:video: https://www.newcastleknights.com.au...d-start-with-the-club-and-representing-samoa/
nib Newcastle Knights five-eighth, Anthony Milford, spoke to the media ahead of the side's Beanie for Brain Cancer Round 16 clash against the Gold Coast Titans this Friday.
:video: https://www.newcastleknights.com.au...d-start-with-the-club-and-representing-samoa/
nib Newcastle Knights five-eighth, Anthony Milford, spoke to the media ahead of the side's Beanie for Brain Cancer Round 16 clash against the Gold Coast Titans this Friday.
DIEHARD
Administrator
Injury report: Rep Round break opens the door for big guns to return
https://www.titans.com.au/news/2022...-break-opens-the-door-for-big-guns-to-return/
Following the Representative Round bye, the Gold Coast Titans are hard at work, preparing for a big clash against the Newcastle Knights at McDonald Jones Stadium this Friday night.
The week off has allowed time for some niggling injuries to settle and star players to be given the green light for selection this weekend.
In big news for the club, Kevin Proctor, David Fifita and Corey Thompson are all back into full training and will be prepared to play should they be called up for selection the Round 16 bout.
Phil Sami also returned to training with the main squad this week, aiming to get back on the field after our next bye, against the Broncos in the Macca's Local Derby at Cbus Super Stadium.
Jayden Campbell is also going well and progressing through his return to run phase after being struck down by a hamstring injury in Round 13.
In further good news, Moeaki Fotuaika, Esan Marsters and Jacob Alick who all played for their nation at the weekend, got through without picking up anything and are right to go for the Coast.
The same goes for Titans captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui, who returned from Perth with a few bumps, but will train later in the week with full intent to lead his side out on Friday night.
https://www.titans.com.au/news/2022...-break-opens-the-door-for-big-guns-to-return/
Following the Representative Round bye, the Gold Coast Titans are hard at work, preparing for a big clash against the Newcastle Knights at McDonald Jones Stadium this Friday night.
The week off has allowed time for some niggling injuries to settle and star players to be given the green light for selection this weekend.
In big news for the club, Kevin Proctor, David Fifita and Corey Thompson are all back into full training and will be prepared to play should they be called up for selection the Round 16 bout.
Phil Sami also returned to training with the main squad this week, aiming to get back on the field after our next bye, against the Broncos in the Macca's Local Derby at Cbus Super Stadium.
Jayden Campbell is also going well and progressing through his return to run phase after being struck down by a hamstring injury in Round 13.
In further good news, Moeaki Fotuaika, Esan Marsters and Jacob Alick who all played for their nation at the weekend, got through without picking up anything and are right to go for the Coast.
The same goes for Titans captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui, who returned from Perth with a few bumps, but will train later in the week with full intent to lead his side out on Friday night.
DIEHARD
Administrator
Newcastle 'disappointed' by 'ridiculous' Bunker call that will sideline Kalyn Ponga
https://wwos.nine.com.au/nrl/
Newcastle star Kalyn Ponga will miss this weekend's club match following a decision from the Bunker that former New South Wales captain Paul Gallen says is "ridiculous."
Ponga was forced from the field during Origin II after a hit from New South Wales star Nathan Cleary, with the Bunker determining it was a category one concussion.
That means a mandatory seven-day stand down, forcing him out of Newcastle's match against Gold Coast on Friday. Cleary wasn't charged by the match review committee.
"This is an interesting one with Kalyn Ponga, because he actually passed the HIA after the game, but he won't be able to play for Newcastle, and they're pretty disappointed with this," he explained.
"It was deemed a category one. He's been ruled out for the Knights because of a subjective decision from the Bunker.
"We saw in the Pacific Test a couple of players got a chance to get a HIA and come back on the field for things that were a lot worse, they were stumbling around.
"Kalyn Ponga is now not able to play for the Newcastle Knights."
Premiership-winning captain Paul Gallen said the Knights have every right to feel aggrieved.
"It's ridiculous that the Bunker can rule on a category one or category two having not even assessed the player," he said.
"Surely the club doctor or the doctor at the field should have the right, or should have an opinion on whether it's a category one or category two.
"It's common sense. He passed it with the doctor at the field, now he's not allowed to play this week, after he just passed the test. It's ridiculous."
https://wwos.nine.com.au/nrl/
Newcastle star Kalyn Ponga will miss this weekend's club match following a decision from the Bunker that former New South Wales captain Paul Gallen says is "ridiculous."
Ponga was forced from the field during Origin II after a hit from New South Wales star Nathan Cleary, with the Bunker determining it was a category one concussion.
That means a mandatory seven-day stand down, forcing him out of Newcastle's match against Gold Coast on Friday. Cleary wasn't charged by the match review committee.
"This is an interesting one with Kalyn Ponga, because he actually passed the HIA after the game, but he won't be able to play for Newcastle, and they're pretty disappointed with this," he explained.
"It was deemed a category one. He's been ruled out for the Knights because of a subjective decision from the Bunker.
"We saw in the Pacific Test a couple of players got a chance to get a HIA and come back on the field for things that were a lot worse, they were stumbling around.
"Kalyn Ponga is now not able to play for the Newcastle Knights."
Premiership-winning captain Paul Gallen said the Knights have every right to feel aggrieved.
"It's ridiculous that the Bunker can rule on a category one or category two having not even assessed the player," he said.
"Surely the club doctor or the doctor at the field should have the right, or should have an opinion on whether it's a category one or category two.
"It's common sense. He passed it with the doctor at the field, now he's not allowed to play this week, after he just passed the test. It's ridiculous."
JunctionBlock
Moderator
No Ponga. So there's that. But other than that, same team basically.
Titanic
Immortal
Fifita > Lisone and no Ponga means we don’t get done by 30. Happy to see Turner gets another shot and Marzhew keeps his place otherwise whatever.
Bayside Titan
Coach
I was hoping to see Kahn on the wing as well as Greg.
Baffles me. Seasons cooked and isaako is going to dolphins.
I thought Holbrook was smarter than that, why would he not try giving the younger fellas a run. We haven't been getting flogged off the park so it's not like they will be coming into a really bad environment.
He's most certainly fighting to save his job and chasing any win he can I guess
DIEHARD
Administrator
Hope we move towards blooding some new players considering player movements next year and the season being done.
Part of the reason 2022 has been so frustrating is because we have been close and sometimes far ahead in many games.
Round 1: Eels 32 Titans 28
Round 2: Titans 20 Warriors 18
Round 3: Raiders 24 Titans 22
Round 4: Titans 8 Wests Tigers 6
Round 5: Eels 26 Titans 20
Round 6: Manly 26 Titans 18
Round 7: Cowboys 30 Titans 4
Round 8: Panthers 18 Titans 4
Round 9: Roosters 44 Titans 16
Round 10: Titans 20 Dragons 16
Round 11: Sharks 25 Titans 18
Round 12: Broncos 35 Titans 24
Round 13: Cowboys 32 Titans 6
Round 14: Souths 30 Titans 16
Round 15: Sharks 18 Titans 10
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Hail Sezer
Moderator
Contracted until end of 2023
DIEHARD
Administrator
Round 16 preview: Knights v Titans
https://www.titans.com.au/news/2022/06/30/round-16-preview-knights-v-titans/
A season that started with such promise has fallen away for two clubs who played finals in 2021 and would have had designs on being part of the September action again this year.
The Knights launched their campaign with wins over the Roosters and Tigers before hitting the skids with seven straight losses while Gold Coast won two of their first four and pushed Parramatta and Canberra in the other two.
As they head into Round 16, the Titans sit 16th, whereas the Knights are 12th - three wins outside the eight - but they can take some comfort in the fact their run home includes games against the Bulldogs and Tigers.
To say this is a must-win match for both sides would be a massive understatement and with so much at stake, this shapes as a gripping struggle in front of the loyal Newcastle faithful.
The Rundown
Team news
Knights: Star fullback Kalyn Ponga has been ruled out after suffering a concussion in Origin Two and his place is taken by Tex Hoy. Prop Daniel Saifiti (knee) and centre Bradman Best (elbow) are listed in the reserves and could be a chance to return in a boost for Adam O'Brien. Dane Gagai has a five-day turnaround after the Origin game in Perth and will be monitored.
Titans: Superstar David Fifita (knee) will return via the bench for his first game since Round 12 while veterans Kevin Proctor (biceps) and Corey Thompson (knee) are listed among the reserves as they eye a return to action. Captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui has been named to back up from Origin while Moeaki Fotuaika is good to go after representing Tonga on Saturday and will come off the bench.
Key match-up
David Klemmer v Isaac Liu: With 403 games of experience between them, Klemmer and Liu have huge roles to play in trying to turn around the fortunes of their clubs. Klemmer has been immense for the Knights, churning out 144 metres per game and slipping 22 offloads in his 10 matches. Two-time premiership winner Liu's value to the Titans goes far beyond his 99 run metres and 27 tackles per match, as he imparts the knowledge acquired over 217 games at the elite level. No quarter will be asked or given as two of the game's true warriors leave it all on the park in search of victory.
Stat Attack
The Knights have won just one of six matches on their home patch this season, taking care of Wests Tigers 26-4 back in round two. Since then they have lost to Manly, Parramatta, Melbourne, Brisbane and Penrith at McDonald Jones Stadium, conceding 197 points and scoring just 28. Last year the Knights were 5-4 at home before the competition was transferred to Queensland due to COVID. The Titans are 1-8 away from Cbus Super Stadium in 2022.
https://www.titans.com.au/news/2022/06/30/round-16-preview-knights-v-titans/
A season that started with such promise has fallen away for two clubs who played finals in 2021 and would have had designs on being part of the September action again this year.
The Knights launched their campaign with wins over the Roosters and Tigers before hitting the skids with seven straight losses while Gold Coast won two of their first four and pushed Parramatta and Canberra in the other two.
As they head into Round 16, the Titans sit 16th, whereas the Knights are 12th - three wins outside the eight - but they can take some comfort in the fact their run home includes games against the Bulldogs and Tigers.
To say this is a must-win match for both sides would be a massive understatement and with so much at stake, this shapes as a gripping struggle in front of the loyal Newcastle faithful.
The Rundown
Team news
Knights: Star fullback Kalyn Ponga has been ruled out after suffering a concussion in Origin Two and his place is taken by Tex Hoy. Prop Daniel Saifiti (knee) and centre Bradman Best (elbow) are listed in the reserves and could be a chance to return in a boost for Adam O'Brien. Dane Gagai has a five-day turnaround after the Origin game in Perth and will be monitored.
Titans: Superstar David Fifita (knee) will return via the bench for his first game since Round 12 while veterans Kevin Proctor (biceps) and Corey Thompson (knee) are listed among the reserves as they eye a return to action. Captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui has been named to back up from Origin while Moeaki Fotuaika is good to go after representing Tonga on Saturday and will come off the bench.
Key match-up
David Klemmer v Isaac Liu: With 403 games of experience between them, Klemmer and Liu have huge roles to play in trying to turn around the fortunes of their clubs. Klemmer has been immense for the Knights, churning out 144 metres per game and slipping 22 offloads in his 10 matches. Two-time premiership winner Liu's value to the Titans goes far beyond his 99 run metres and 27 tackles per match, as he imparts the knowledge acquired over 217 games at the elite level. No quarter will be asked or given as two of the game's true warriors leave it all on the park in search of victory.
Stat Attack
The Knights have won just one of six matches on their home patch this season, taking care of Wests Tigers 26-4 back in round two. Since then they have lost to Manly, Parramatta, Melbourne, Brisbane and Penrith at McDonald Jones Stadium, conceding 197 points and scoring just 28. Last year the Knights were 5-4 at home before the competition was transferred to Queensland due to COVID. The Titans are 1-8 away from Cbus Super Stadium in 2022.
DIEHARD
Administrator
Titans complete Captain's Run ahead of Knights trip
PhotosL https://www.titans.com.au/news/2022/06/30/titans-complete-captains-run-ahead-of-knights-trip/
Titans complete final preparations ahead of the trip to Newcastle.
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Titans complete final preparations ahead of the trip to Newcastle.
DIEHARD
Administrator
'Really go after it': Liu refreshed and ready to be chink in Knights' armour
https://www.titans.com.au/news/2022...shed-and-ready-to-be-chink-in-knights-armour/
Isaac Liu is back, refreshed and re-energised to turn things around, after a welcomed week off for the Representative Round.
En route to Newcastle to face the Knights this Friday night, the veteran forward was initially due to head to New Zealand last week to play for the Kiwis in the Pacific Test before withdrawing due to the impending birth of his second child, which has allowed him time away from the game to spend with his family.
"I'm feeling good. I had a good week off. We all came back in on Monday all fresh and we've had a good week of preparation, so we're all good to go," Liu said.
Set to line-up in the forward pack for the must-win clash against the Novocastrians, the Titans have a fairly simple approach to getting the job done to get back on track for the second half of the season.
"Our game plan will be pretty simple really. We've just got to go out there and play our footy," Liu said.
"We want to run hard, complete our sets and get to a good kick. I think last game we made some errors in crucial times, so we just need to keep it pretty simple this week.
"We're both looking for a win. For us, we've just got to back ourselves and really go after it. Obviously, the last few weeks haven't been too good a result, but we've got to go down there and play to win for each other."
Bolstered by the return of enforcer David Fifita from injury, the 217-game prop is excited to welcome back the game-breaker, especially with what he can deliver with the ball-in-hand.
"It's good to have [Dave] back. We've all seen Davey play, especially in attack. He's a weapon in that 20 metres or even in yardage sets," Liu said.
"It's great to have him back and I look forward to it. I can't wait to have him out there."
This weekend is a huge occasion for the NRL with it being Beanies for Brain Cancer Round, raising money for the Mark Hughes Foundation, and Liu is once again proud to be running out for the occasion.
"It's definitely a great cause and it's a special time for all of us, especially in the NRL and us players to get out and put in a good performance and make sure we do alright for the cause," Liu said.
"Particularly in Newcastle, there's always an awesome atmosphere down there. It's going be really loud.
"It's great that everyone's getting behind it and we both can really look forward to getting down there and playing good footy."
https://www.titans.com.au/news/2022...shed-and-ready-to-be-chink-in-knights-armour/
Isaac Liu is back, refreshed and re-energised to turn things around, after a welcomed week off for the Representative Round.
En route to Newcastle to face the Knights this Friday night, the veteran forward was initially due to head to New Zealand last week to play for the Kiwis in the Pacific Test before withdrawing due to the impending birth of his second child, which has allowed him time away from the game to spend with his family.
"I'm feeling good. I had a good week off. We all came back in on Monday all fresh and we've had a good week of preparation, so we're all good to go," Liu said.
Set to line-up in the forward pack for the must-win clash against the Novocastrians, the Titans have a fairly simple approach to getting the job done to get back on track for the second half of the season.
"Our game plan will be pretty simple really. We've just got to go out there and play our footy," Liu said.
"We want to run hard, complete our sets and get to a good kick. I think last game we made some errors in crucial times, so we just need to keep it pretty simple this week.
"We're both looking for a win. For us, we've just got to back ourselves and really go after it. Obviously, the last few weeks haven't been too good a result, but we've got to go down there and play to win for each other."
Bolstered by the return of enforcer David Fifita from injury, the 217-game prop is excited to welcome back the game-breaker, especially with what he can deliver with the ball-in-hand.
"It's good to have [Dave] back. We've all seen Davey play, especially in attack. He's a weapon in that 20 metres or even in yardage sets," Liu said.
"It's great to have him back and I look forward to it. I can't wait to have him out there."
This weekend is a huge occasion for the NRL with it being Beanies for Brain Cancer Round, raising money for the Mark Hughes Foundation, and Liu is once again proud to be running out for the occasion.
"It's definitely a great cause and it's a special time for all of us, especially in the NRL and us players to get out and put in a good performance and make sure we do alright for the cause," Liu said.
"Particularly in Newcastle, there's always an awesome atmosphere down there. It's going be really loud.
"It's great that everyone's getting behind it and we both can really look forward to getting down there and playing good footy."