Newcastle Knights v Parramatta Eels: Scores, Results, Fixtures, Teams, Tips, and How to Watch Fixtures * Round 18: Saturday, August 5, 2023 (7:35 PM AEST) * Venue: McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle Results * Most recent match: Parramatta Eels 26 – 16 Newcastle Knights (Round 2, 2023) Teams Newcastle Knights * Probable lineup: * Fullback: Kalyn Ponga * Wingers: Dominic Young, Edrick Lee * Centres: Bradman Best, Enari Tuala * Halves: Jackson Hastings, Anthony Milford * Props: Daniel Saifiti, Lachlan Fitzgibbon * Hooker: Jayden Brailey * Second Rowers: Tyson Frizell, Sauaso Sue * Lock: Chris Randall Parramatta Eels * Probable lineup: * Fullback: Clint Gutherson * Wingers: Maika Sivo, Haze Dunster * Centres: Waqa Blake, Dylan Brown * Halves: Mitchell Moses, Jake Arthur * Props: Reagan Campbell-Gillard, Isaiah Papali’i * Hooker: Reed Mahoney * Second Rowers: Marata Niukore, Oregon Kaufusi * Lock: Ryan Matterson Tips * TAB: Parramatta Eels -7.5 * Sportsbet: Parramatta Eels 1-12 Matches The Newcastle Knights and Parramatta Eels have met 44 times in the NRL, with the Eels holding a 25-18 win-loss record. How to Watch * Live on Fox League, Channel 502 * Live stream on Kayo Sports and Foxtel Now * Radio coverage on Triple M and ABC GrandstandParramatta’s Losing Streak Continues with Defeat to NewcastleParramatta’s Losing Streak Continues with Defeat to Newcastle Parramatta’s woes continued on Saturday night as they suffered another loss, this time to Newcastle by a score of 34-26. The Eels remain bottom of the table after this setback. In a thrilling and entertaining match, Bradman Best scored two long-range tries for the Knights, capitalizing on late Eels errors. Mitchell Moses’ two tries were not enough to fuel a comeback for Parramatta. The first half saw Greg Marzhew score a controversial try for Newcastle, with Parramatta fans believing he was blocked by referee Peter Gough. In the second half, Eels winger Blaize Talagi was denied a try despite appearing to ground the ball. Interim coach Trent Barrett expressed frustration with the refereeing decisions, while Newcastle debutant Will Pryce impressed with his energetic performance. Parramatta’s Matt Arthur, making his first start, looked promising but was unable to score. Maika Sivo finished the game with a hamstring injury, while Sivo was denied tries three times in the first half. The Knights’ victory provides a boost to their season, while Parramatta’s struggles continue. The Eels now face a resurgent Rabbitohs side next week, raising concerns about the potential loss of Moses due to injury.Newcastle Knights and Parramatta Eels Clash in Thrilling Encounter Newcastle Sportsground witnessed a captivating match between the Newcastle Knights and Parramatta Eels in Round 6 of the NRL. Scores and Results: Newcastle Knights: 28 Parramatta Eels: 26 Fixtures and Teams: Newcastle Knights 1. Kalyn Ponga (FB) 2. Enari Tuala (W) 3. Dane Gagai (C) 4. Dom Young (C) 5. Bradman Best (W) 6. Jake Clifford (SH) 7. Adam Clune (HB) 8. Daniel Saifiti (PR) 9. Jayden Brailey (HK) 10. Mitchell Barnett (PR) 11. Tyson Frizell (SR) 12. Lachlan Fitzgibbon (SR) 13. Chris Randall (LK) 14. Sauaso Sue (INT) 15. Pasami Saulo (INT) 16. Will Harris (INT) 17. Tex Hoy (INT) Parramatta Eels 1. Clint Gutherson (FB) 2. Maika Sivo (W) 3. Waqa Blake (C) 4. Haze Dunster (C) 5. Will Penisini (W) 6. Mitchell Moses (SH) 7. Dylan Brown (HB) 8. Reagan Campbell-Gillard (PR) 9. Reed Mahoney (HK) 10. Junior Paulo (PR) 11. Ryan Matterson (SR) 12. Isaiah Papali’i (SR) 13. Shaun Lane (LK) 14. Nathan Brown (INT) 15. Jake Arthur (INT) 16. J’Maine Hopgood (INT) 17. Tom Opacic (INT) Match Highlights: The match was a closely contested battle from the outset, with both teams exchanging blows. Newcastle opened the scoring with a try to Dane Gagai, but Parramatta responded with a quickfire double from Haze Dunster and Maika Sivo. The Eels extended their lead to 16-12 at halftime, but the Knights fought back in the second half. Tries to Dom Young, Sauaso Sue, and Tex Hoy gave them a commanding lead. However, Parramatta refused to go down without a fight. Mitchell Moses scored a late try to bring the Eels within two points. The Eels had a chance to level the scores in the dying minutes, but Moses’ field goal attempt sailed wide. How to Watch: The match was broadcast live on Fox Sports and Kayo Sports.