Luke Metcalf

Metcalf returns to the starting side after Te Maire Martin was ruled out with a calf complaint. His running game and kicking ability provide the Warriors with another genuine attacking weapon alongside Chanel Harris-Tavita.

Betting impact: Metcalf’s return gives the Warriors’ attack another dimension and strengthens their try assist and player performance markets.

Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad

After returning successfully last week, Nicoll-Klokstad again lines up at fullback and will play a vital role against Penrith’s relentless kick pressure. His support play and kick returns remain central to the Warriors’ attack.

Betting impact: CNK remains one of the Warriors’ safest player market options, particularly for run metres and anytime try scorer markets.

Leka Halasima

Halasima retains his spot in the centres after impressing against the Titans, earning another opportunity in one of the toughest assignments of the season.

Betting impact: His size and power make him an intriguing value option if the Warriors create space on the edges.

Biggest Losers – Warriors

Te Maire Martin

Martin drops out after suffering a calf injury, forcing another change in the Warriors’ halves.

Warriors middle forwards

Containing Penrith’s experienced middle rotation led by Moses Leota, Isaah Yeo and Lindsay Smith remains one of the biggest challenges of the weekend.

Warriors edge defence

Nathan Cleary’s ability to isolate defenders on the edges means the Warriors will need to be disciplined throughout the contest.

Biggest Winners – Panthers

Izack Tago

With Casey McLean ruled out after breaking his thumb, Tago returns to the centres and strengthens Penrith’s outside backs. His experience provides stability during another reshuffle.

Betting impact: Tago’s return improves Penrith’s left-edge attack and boosts the Panthers’ outside backs in try-scoring markets.

Nathan Cleary

Cleary again leads Penrith into a heavyweight clash and will be tasked with controlling field position through his elite kicking game. With Jack Cogger alongside him, Penrith’s spine remains one of the competition’s strongest.

Betting impact: Cleary remains one of the best player market selections of the round, particularly for try assists and player performance markets.

Jaxen Edgar

Edgar retains the No.1 jersey with Dylan Edwards still sidelined through a shoulder injury. The young fullback has continued to impress and gains another valuable opportunity in a high-pressure fixture.

Betting impact: Edgar continues to offer value in attacking player markets, particularly if Penrith controls possession.

Biggest Losers – Panthers

Casey McLean

McLean’s broken thumb forces another backline change and removes one of Penrith’s most consistent outside backs.

Dylan Edwards

Edwards remains unavailable with a shoulder injury, meaning Penrith is again without its first-choice fullback.

Mitch Kenny

Kenny continues to battle a leg injury, with Freddy Lussick again named to start at hooker.

Early Betting Verdict

The biggest Team List Tuesday news is Luke Metcalf’s return for the Warriors and Izack Tago’s inclusion for Penrith following Casey McLean’s injury. While the Panthers remain without Dylan Edwards and Mitch Kenny, they still field one of the competition’s strongest spines led by Nathan Cleary. The Warriors receive a timely boost with Metcalf’s return, but Penrith’s experience and continuity through the middle remain significant advantages. From a betting perspective, Nathan Cleary player markets, Luke Metcalf’s return and Penrith’s edge attack are the biggest selection impacts heading into Friday night’s blockbuster.