Late Mail: Finals Week 1
Who's In, Who's Out?
With the NRL Finals series just around the corner, teams are starting to finalise their squads for the big dance. Here's a look at who's in and who's out for Week 1 of the Finals.
Sydney Roosters
The Roosters have been dealt a major blow with star fullback James Tedesco ruled out of the Finals series with a knee injury. Siosiua Taukeiaho will also miss the match through suspension.
Melbourne Storm
The Storm have received a boost with Jahrome Hughes returning from injury. However, they will be without Ryan Papenhuyzen, who is still recovering from a concussion.
South Sydney Rabbitohs
The Rabbitohs have a clean bill of health heading into the Finals. All of their key players are fit and available for selection.
Penrith Panthers
The Panthers have a few injury concerns, with Nathan Cleary (shoulder) and Jarome Luai (ankle) both in doubt. However, both players are expected to be fit for the Finals.
Cronulla Sharks
The Sharks have been hit hard by injuries, with Wade Graham, Aiden Tolman and Shaun Johnson all ruled out of the Finals series. Nicho Hynes is also in doubt with a hamstring injury.
North Queensland Cowboys
The Cowboys have no major injury concerns heading into the Finals. All of their key players are fit and available for selection.
Parramatta Eels
The Eels have a few injury concerns, with Ryan Matterson (knee) and Marata Niukore (ankle) both in doubt. However, both players are expected to be fit for the Finals.
Canberra Raiders
The Raiders have no major injury concerns heading into the Finals. All of their key players are fit and available for selection.
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