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The Dragons have been the surprise packet of the opening five rounds, recovering from a Charity Shield belting and a first-up loss to the Sharks to put together four wins on the bounce but do they have what it takes to play finals footy.
St George Illawarra are set to announce the signing of Josh McGuire as soon as Tuesday morning after agreeing to terms of his release with North Queensland.
Off-contract fullback Matt Dufty has bagged a double and set up St George Illawarra's other two tries in their 26-12 NRL win over Parramatta.
Thursday 8 April, Stadium Australia, 7:50pm Rabbitohs: Without both Cody Walker and Keaon Koloamatangi due to suspension. Walker is out due to a striking ban with Benji Marshall to fill in at five-eighth. Koloamatangi was charged with a grade two crusher tackle and has copped a two-week suspension with Jacob Host expected to come onto the left edge. Liam Knight is unavailable due to ongoing issues with concussion. Hame Sele is available for selection after recovering from a rib injury after returning to full training this week. Broncos: Have their own issues with Patrick Carrigan out for ...
Team news Eels: Ryan Matterson is likely to return to a starting edge forward role after sitting out the past two games due to a head knock, which would push impressive recruit Isaiah Papali'i back to the interchange. Dragons: Jack Bird will return from a one-game suspension at centre, with Brayden Wiliame set to return to the interchange after a try-scoring performance in round four. Key match-up Reed Mahoney v Andrew McCullough: The Eels' No.9 has snuck under the radar as one of the form players of the competition after four rounds. His passing and kicking games have blossomed this year a...