nib Newcastle Knights Head Coach Adam O'Brien has confirmed his team for their Round 17 clash against the Parramatta Eels at McDonald Jones Stadium.
Leo Thompson comes out of the team this week.
Daniel Saifiti moves into the starting side, with Jack Hetherington coming onto the bench in his place.
Krystian Mapapalangi remains as the side's 18th replacement player, with the remainder of the side unchanged from yesterday's squad update.
See the squad below:
TEAM LIST
1. Fletcher Sharpe - Greg Tapp Printing
2. Enari Tuala - Allara Learning
3. Dane Gagai - DGI Trading
4. Bradman Best - Chill-Rite
5. Greg Marzhew - PalmerBet
6. Will Pryce - Guardian Safety Solutions
7. Jackson Hastings - Bella Group Services
8. Jacob Saifiti - Hunter City Motor Group
9. Phoenix Crossland - East Coast Building & Pest Services
15. Daniel Saifiti - M&J Chickens
11. Tyson Frizell (C) - Wests
12. Kai Pearce-Paul - Dandelion House
13. Adam Elliott - Sydney Direct Fresh Produce
Interchange:
14. Jayden Brailey - Taylors Outdoor Power Equipment
17. Brodie Jones - Hardy's
18. Mat Croker - NBN News
19. Jack Hetherington - Hunter Imaging
Extended Bench:
21. Krystian Mapapalangi
DETAILS
Match: Knights v Eels
Round 17 -
home Team
Knights
12th Position
away Team
Eels
16th Position
Venue: McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle