Leichhardt Oval will play host to Sunday's Round 2 NRL game between Wests Tigers and Newcastle Knights. The game kicks off at 4:05 pm with Wests Tigers heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Wests Tigers vs. Newcastle Knights game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Sunday March 12, 2023 at 4:05 pm

Where: Leichhardt Oval

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Wests Tigers vs Newcastle Knights Odds

Wests Tigers vs Newcastle Knights Preview

I reckon I could count on one hand the number of times that Wests have opened favourites in betting, in the last five years.

That rarity has materialised in Round 2, and it is probably a fair indication as to the opinion most, including our bookies, hold of the Knights.

The Tigers signed really well ahead of their 2023 campaign, particularly to their forward pack, with the likes of Api Koroisau, John Bateman and Isaiah Papali’i joining some credible names already in work.

Their Round 1 performance and loss to the Titans left plenty to the imagination, but they did look a lot better in the second half of that game, and this looks a great opportunity to build on that.

The Knights were pretty forgettable in their Round 1 loss to the Warriors, and things probably won’t get much easier for them this week.

Adam O’Brien remains the most likely coach to be shown the door early this season, and nothing short of a big win this week is probably required for the conversation to quieten a little.

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