James Tedesco is just one of many stars that will return to the field when the Sharks host the Roosters on PointsBet Stadium on Friday.
The Roosters skipper is back on deck after missing Round 6 due to a concussion. He’s joined by Matt Lodge, who will play his first game since suffering a facial fracture in Round 1.
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Meanwhile, Cronulla welcome back co-captain Wade Graham from a four-game suspension and Oregon Kaufusi returns from concussion.
But it’s not all good news for the Sharks. Toby Rudolf suffered a foot injury at training and veteran forward Dale Finucane is suspended, forcing some key changes to the pack.
Kaufusi will start at prop for Rudolf, while the handy Cameron McInnes will start at lock.
The Sharks should be in good nick after enjoying the bye last round — but no doubt still hurting from a two-point loss to the Warriors though in Round 5.
The Roosters will be just as hungry for a win too after a 20-point loss to the Storm last week.
It’s been an inconsistent start from both sides with the Chooks bagging three wins and two losses, while the Sharks have had two wins and three losses.
TEAMS
Sharks: 1. William Kennedy 2. Sione Katoa 3. Jesse Ramien 4. Siosifa Talakai 5. Ronaldo Mulitalo 6. Matt Moylan 7. Nicho Hynes16. Oregon Kaufusi 9. Blayke Brailey 10. Braden Hamlin-Uele 11. Briton Nikora 12. Teig Wilton 13. Cameron McInnes 8. Royce Hunt 14. Wade Graham 15. Jack Williams 17. Thomas Hazelton 18. Braydon Trindall
Roosters: 1. James Tedesco 2. Daniel Tupou 3. Joseph Suaalii 4. Joseph Manu 5. Jaxson Paulo 6. Luke Keary 7. Sam Walker 8. Jared Waerea-Hargreaves 9. Brandon Smith 10. Lindsay Collins 11. Egan Butcher 12. Nat Butcher 13. Victor Radley 14. Drew Hutchison 15. Naufahu Whyte 16. Terrell May 17. Matthew Lodge 18. Corey Allan
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