Written by Megan Taylor, sports reporter covering international sports since 2020

South Sydney Rabbitohs vs Newcastle Knights shapes as a major NRL Round 19 clash, with Newcastle Knights visiting Accor Stadium on Sunday, July 12 at 2:00pm.

Newcastle Knights enter as $1.82 favourites, while South Sydney Rabbitohs are priced at $2.00 as they fight to stay inside the top eight.

The match opens a big Sunday run in rugby league, with Manly Sea Eagles vs North Queensland Cowboys also adding weight to the Round 19 schedule.

Knights Bring Strong Form

Newcastle Knights have won seven of their past eight matches and arrive with a chance to strengthen their top-four push.

Their recent run has included both tight wins and higher-scoring performances, which shows a side growing more comfortable in different match situations.

Kalyn Ponga’s expected return gives Newcastle Knights another attacking spark from the back. Alongside Dylan Brown, Bradman Best and Greg Marzhew, the visitors have enough strike power to trouble South Sydney Rabbitohs on both edges.

Rabbitohs Battle Disruption

South Sydney Rabbitohs have been hit by injuries and suspension, with Cody Walker unavailable and Matthew Dufty named at fullback.

Jayden Sullivan and Ashton Ward will need to control the kicking game and keep South Sydney Rabbitohs in good field position. Cameron Murray, Tevita Tatola and Keaon Koloamatangi also face a big middle battle against Newcastle Knights’ forward pack.

Official fixtures, team lists and match updates are available through the National Rugby League.

Newcastle Knights have won the past four meetings between the clubs and look better placed on current form. The tip is Newcastle Knights to win at $1.82, with Greg Marzhew listed as a first try scorer option at $10.00.