2023 NRL Finals Week 2 preview, betting picks and odds

The NRL Telstra Premiership Finals Series is getting intense as we move into Week Two, with two exciting games taking place in Melbourne and Auckland.

Lets take a look, at whats in store;

Melbourne Storm vs Sydney Roosters Preview – Finals Week 2

NRL Finals Week Two kicks off with a showdown between the Melbourne Storm and the Sydney Roosters.

Unfortunately the Storm will be missing Xavier Coates and Ryan Papenhuyzen due to injuries.

Trent Loieros availability is uncertain due to a head injury.

Reimis Smith, Grant Anderson and Justin Olam could potentially step up in their absence.

Melbourne will likely focus on strengthening their pack by utilizing Nelson Asofa Solomona to prevent being dominated like week.

The Roosters also face some challenges as they will be without key players Joseph Manu, Joseph Suaalii and Billy Smith due to injuries.

Corey Allan and Drew Hutchison are expected to step up and fill those positions.

Egan Butcher should maintain his starting role while Fletcher Baker comes off the bench.

In the early prediction, with both teams missing key players, look to take the Sydney Roosters on the line at +10.5 points. The Roosters have the ability to win this, but if they don’t, you can expect it to be a close game.

New Zealand Warriors vs Newcastle Knights Preview – Finals Week 2

The New Zealand Warriors and Newcastle Knights are set for an exhilarating clash on Saturday.

The Warriors are hopeful that Shaun Johnson will make a comeback from his calf injury, which would certainly strengthen their halfback position.Dylan Walker might come off the bench if Johnson is fit.

No significant changes are expected in the Warriors lineup.

The Knights could face a setback with Jackson Hastings nursing an ankle injury.

Adam Clune is likely to step in as a replacement in the second half.

Lachlan Fitzgibbons shoulder injury may keep him out, which could give Brodie Jones an opportunity to start.

Kalyn Ponga, who is recovering from an AC injury, is expected to play.

Will be monitored for any signs of delayed concussion symptoms.

With the teams not being announced as of yet and the top online betting sites With the Newcastle Knights, who are currently on a 10-win streak, it is very hard to not back them at the +145 on offer.

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