Trent Robinson swung the axe in the lead-up to the Roosters’ ANZAC Day clash with the Dragons, dropping a high-profile recruit.
Dominic Young, who was signed from the Knights ahead of the 2024 season, was the man to make way on the wing after an indifferent start to his campaign.
Mark Nawaqanitawase shifted to the wing, with Billy Smith in the centres in what is a new-look backline for the Tricolours, with rookie Hugo Savala pulling the strings in the No.7.
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Meanwhile, the Dragons are coming off the back of a two big wins over the Titans and most recently the Sea Eagles.
Mat Feagai suffered a fractured leg in that victory with the flyer standing in for Christian Tuipulotu who suffered a hamstring injury a week earlier.
Now, rookie Sione Finau has been called upon to feature on the wing, partnering Valentine Holmes on the left side of the field.
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