The Newcastle Knights have gone with experience for their must win game against the Cowboys this Saturday night at EnergyAustralia Stadium.
Although Steve Simpson remains doubtful with a neck problem, coach Brian Smith has named the Origin forward.
He’s also recalled Wes Naiqama (injury) and Adam MacDougall (suspension) into the backline while Chris Houston has been dropped in something of a selection bombshell in a new look pack.
1Kurt Gidley
2James McManus
3Junior Sau
4Adam MacDougall
5Wes Naiqama
6Jarrod Mullen
7Scott Dureau
8Daniel Tolar
9Danny Buderus (c)
10Bn Cross
11Steve Simpson
12Cory Paterson
13Matt Hilder
Interchange
14 Chris Bailey
15 Jesse Royal
16 Richie Fa’aoso
17 Danny Wicks
18 Mark Taufua
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