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Sydney Roosters head into Round 11 chasing an undefeated regular season after a dominant 56-6 win over the Cowboys in Townsville.

The minor premiers have won all 10 matches this season and continue to set the benchmark through ruthless defence, composure and attacking class across the park.

The Bulldogs, meanwhile, produced some enterprising footy in Round 10, despite falling 56-22 to the Knights. Canterbury crossed for five tries, but struggled to contain Newcastle's power game, particularly through the middle third.

While the Bulldogs have shown signs of attacking prowess throughout the season, containing Sydney's star-studded backline will be a significant challenge. The Roosters have consistently punished defensive lapses and remain the competition's most complete side.

For John Strange's side, Round 11 is about maintaining momentum and fine-tuning combinations ahead of the finals. For Canterbury, it's a chance to finish a challenging season with a statement performance against the classy Roosters.

Team News

Roosters: The Roosters are 1-17 with no late changes. Amber Hall come on to the bench for Taneisha Gray, who reverts to 18th player in the only change to the side that beat the Cowboys last week. Centre Jess Sergis has scored 14 tries in 10 appearances this season.

Bulldogs: The Bulldogs line up 1-17 with no late changes. Coach Brayden Wiliame has made a few changes from Round 10 in his last game in charge before Mark O’Meley takes over next season. Shanthie Lui comes in at fullback for her NRLW debut, with Andie Robinson to fill in for Ash Quinlan at five-eighth. Elizabeth McGregor comes on to the wing, moving Bridget Hoy to 18th player role. Winger Simina Lokotui has scored nine tries in her last six games.

Team Lists

Backs

  • Fullback for Roosters is number 1 Corban Baxter
    Fullback for Bulldogs is number 1 Shanthie Lui
  • Winger for Roosters is number 2 Brydie Parker
    Winger for Bulldogs is number 2 Simina Lokotui
  • Centre for Roosters is number 3 Jessica Sergis
    Centre for Bulldogs is number 3 Daynah Nankivell
  • Centre for Roosters is number 4 Isabelle Kelly
    Centre for Bulldogs is number 4 Monica Tagoai
  • Winger for Roosters is number 5 Taina Naividi
    Winger for Bulldogs is number 5 Elizabeth MacGregor
  • Five-Eighth for Roosters is number 6 Jocelyn Kelleher
    Five-Eighth for Bulldogs is number 6 Andie Robinson
  • Halfback for Roosters is number 7 Tarryn Aiken
    Halfback for Bulldogs is number 7 Tayla Preston

Forwards

  • Prop for Roosters is number 8 Millie Elliott
    Prop for Bulldogs is number 8 Kalosipani Hopoate
  • Hooker for Roosters is number 9 Keeley Nizza
    Hooker for Bulldogs is number 9 Mary-Jane Taito
  • Prop for Roosters is number 10 Otesa Pule
    Prop for Bulldogs is number 10 Alexis Tauaneai
  • 2nd Row for Roosters is number 11 Sariah Paki
    2nd Row for Bulldogs is number 11 Leilani Wilson
  • 2nd Row for Roosters is number 12 Jasmin Strange
    2nd Row for Bulldogs is number 12 Pauline Suli-Ruka
  • Lock for Roosters is number 13 Olivia Kernick
    Lock for Bulldogs is number 13 Angelina Teakaraanga-Katoa

Interchange

  • Interchange for Roosters is number 14 Mia Wood
    Interchange for Bulldogs is number 14 Evelyn Roberts
  • Interchange for Roosters is number 15 Aliyah Nasio
    Interchange for Bulldogs is number 15 Latisha Smythe
  • Interchange for Roosters is number 16 Rima Butler
    Interchange for Bulldogs is number 16 Hope Millard
  • Interchange for Roosters is number 17 Amber Hall
    Interchange for Bulldogs is number 17 Ma’atuleio Fotu-Moala

Reserves

  • Replacement for Roosters is number 18 Taneisha Gray
    Replacement for Bulldogs is number 18 Bridget Hoy

Match Officials

  • Referee: Karra-Lee Nolan
  • Senior Review Official: Matt Noyen

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Stat Attack  

  • The Roosters have won 25 consecutive regular season games.
  • The Bulldogs have conceded 178 points in four consecutive losses.
  • Roosters centre Jess Sergis has scored 14 tries in 10 appearances this season.
  • Bulldogs winger Simina Lokotui has scored nine tries in her last six games.

Stats supplied by David Middleton, League Information Services, author of the official annual of the NRL.

Acknowledgement of Country

Sydney Roosters respect and honour the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future. We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on the lands we meet, gather and play on.