The South Sydney Rabbitohs play the Sydney Roosters as Jai Arrow makes his 100th NRL appearance for the Rabbitohs. Coverage from multiple outlets describes the match as a key lead-in to the finals scheduled for next week.
Ahead of kickoff, the teams make notable selection changes. The Roosters overhauled their line-up, while the Rabbitohs name Latrell Mitchell in the starting side for the first time since round 11. Across the reports, this is highlighted as the main Rabbitohs team change, with commentators also noting that both sides are preparing for finals after the latest regular-season fixture.