The Wests Tigers NRLW squad has been trimmed to 19 players ahead of their Round 5 match against the Broncos at Leichhardt Oval on Sunday. Imogen Gobran, Jess Kennedy and Emily Curtain have been omitted from the extended squad. The club has announced that two of their young players, Tiana-Lee Thorne and Montana Clifford, will be making their NRLW debuts.
The Tigers will be looking to bounce back from their Round 4 loss to the Roosters. They currently sit in 10th position on the ladder, while the Broncos are in 7th.
Late Changes and Debuts
The Tigers have made a number of late changes to their team. Tiana-Lee Thorne and Montana Clifford will be making their NRLW debuts for the Tigers in Round 5. The club will be hoping that Thorne and Clifford can help turn the tide for the Tigers, who will be looking for their second win of the season.
NRLW Injury Updates
The Dragons have been dealt a blow with injuries to key players ahead of their Round 5 match against the Sharks. Tyla King and Bobbi Law were ruled out when the squad was reduced to 19 players on Saturday, despite passing HIAs last weekend. Ella Koster will start for the first time this season after returning from injury last weekend. Maria Paseka is on the wing for her NRLW debut in place of Kimberley Hunt, with Steph Hancock on the bench, moving Bronte Wilson to the reserves. Jordyn Preston and Kaarla Cowan joined the bench.
The Sharks have also made a late change to their team. Rhiannon Byers comes into the second row for the injured Talei Holmes, who was stretchered off in their Round 4 win over the Knights.
Other Notable Injury Updates
The NRLW has seen a number of players suffer injuries in recent weeks. One such player is Roosters forward, Isabelle Kelly who is battling a knee injury, but is expected to return to the field soon.
The Latest on the NRLW
The NRLW season is heating up with the competition reaching the halfway mark. The Roosters and the Sharks are currently the top two teams on the ladder, with the Dragons and the Broncos not far behind.
A Look Ahead
The NRLW will continue to be a hot topic in the coming weeks, as teams battle it out for a spot in the finals. There are a number of big games to look forward to, including the clash between the Roosters and the Dragons in Round 6.
A Look Back
The NRLW has been a huge success since its inception in 2018. It has provided a platform for female rugby league players to showcase their skills and has helped to grow the women's game. The competition has also been a great source of entertainment for fans.
The NRLW is a competition that is constantly evolving. The league continues to grow and improve with the future looking bright for the NRLW.
The Future of the NRLW
The NRLW is in a strong position for the future. The league has a growing fanbase and the competition is attracting some of the best female rugby league players in the world.
The NRLW is set to continue to grow in the years to come and will continue to be a source of entertainment for rugby league fans.
