Newcastle Knights vs Dolphins Tips, Odds and Free Bonus Bets – NRL 2023

McDonald Jones Stadium will play host to Friday's Round 3 NRL game between Newcastle Knights and Dolphins. The game kicks off at 6:00 pm with Dolphins heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Newcastle Knights vs. Dolphins game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Friday March 17, 2023 at 6:00 pm

Where: McDonald Jones Stadium

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Round 3 of the NRL sees the Newcastle Knights hosting the high-flying Dolphins after a remarkable performance in their last match. Despite losing four of their key players, Kalyn Ponga, Jayden Brailey, Tyson Frizell and Jacob Saifiti, and playing with 12 players for a good chunk of the match, the Knights showed remarkable resilience to hold off the Wests Tigers and claim their first win of the 2023 season. However, this victory came at a cost, with all four players now sidelined for the upcoming match on Friday evening.

Meanwhile, the Dolphins displayed their versatility on Saturday afternoon by overturning a 12-point deficit to defeat Canberra 20-14 through a late try to Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow. This win showed that the Dolphins are not a one-trick pony and are capable of coming back from difficult situations. With this momentum on their side, they will be looking to continue their impressive form against the Knights.

In response to their depleted lineup, Tyson Gamble and Phoenix Crossland have been drafted into the Knights’ 13 to replace Ponga and Brailey. Ryan Rivett and Dylan Lucas will also make their NRL debuts off the bench, while Saifiti and Frizell remain sidelined. On the other hand, the Dolphins have Kodi Nikorima replacing the suspended Jeremy Marshall-King and Ray Stone returning to the team.

In conclusion, the Knights will face a tough challenge against the high-flying Dolphins, especially with several key players missing. The Dolphins, on the other hand, will be looking to build on their impressive performance from their last game and continue their winning streak. This match promises to be an exciting clash between two competitive teams in the NRL.