Newcastle Unveils Fresh Lineup for Pre-Season Challenge Week 2
The Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs have announced their lineup for the upcoming pre-season match against the Newcastle Knights. This match marks the second week of the Pre-Season Challenge and will take place at McDonald Jones Stadium. Head Coach Cameron Ciraldo has selected a robust squad primarily comprising members of the NRL team. The team will be led by captain Stephen Crichton and features new recruit Sean O’Sullivan.
Pre-Season Challenge Week 2 Details
Fans looking to enjoy some football can find tickets available for purchase. Here are the key details for the event:
- Date: Saturday, February 14
- Venue: McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle
- Box Office Opens: 2:45 PM
- Gates Open: 3:30 PM
- Roosters vs. Tigers Kick-Off: 3:50 PM
- Bulldogs vs. Knights Kick-Off: 6:00 PM
Bulldogs Lineup for Pre-Season Challenge Week 2
Coach Ciraldo has included a mix of seasoned players and promising youngsters in the lineup. Here’s the roster for the second Pre-Season Challenge match:
| No. | Player |
|---|---|
| 1 | Connor Tracey |
| 2 | Jonathan Su’a |
| 3 | Bronson Xerri |
| 4 | Stephen Crichton (c) |
| 5 | Enari Tuala |
| 6 | Matt Burton |
| 7 | Lachlan Galvin |
| 8 | Max King |
| 9 | Bailey Hayward |
| 10 | Harry Hayes |
| 11 | Viliame Kikau |
| 12 | Jacob Preston |
| 13 | Jaeman Salmon |
| 14 | Kurt Mann |
| 15 | Sitili Tupouniua |
| 16 | Sam Hughes |
| 17 | Josh Curran |
Reserves
The reserves for this match include:
- Sean O’Sullivan
- Jake Turpin
- Taye Cochrane
- Cooper Toy
- Raymond Puru
- Jed Reardon
- Alekolasimi Jones
- Aaymon Fitzgibbon
The Bulldogs aim to showcase their skills in this crucial pre-season encounter against the Knights, further preparing them for the NRL season ahead. Fans can look forward to an exciting display of talent as the players take the field.
