Leichhardt Oval takes centre stage for an emotional farewell clash as the Wests Tigers look to respond from last week’s embarrassment against a Titans side building momentum. With pride, finals hopes, and a historic venue send-off all on the line, this shapes as one of the most intriguing matchups of Round 15.
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Matchday Details
Sunday, 14 June 2026 – 4:05pm AEST – Leichhardt Oval, Sydney
📺 Nine Network / Nine Now / Kayo / Foxtel
Referee: Wyatt Raymond | Senior Review Official: Ashley Klein
Wests Tigers: 1. Jahream Bula, 2. Sunia Turuva, 3. Taylan May, 4. Starford To’a, 5. Heamasi Makasini, 6. Jarome Luai (c), 7. Jock Madden, 8. Terrell May, 9. Latu Fainu, 10. Fonua Pole, 11. Tony Sukkar, 12. Kai Pearce-Paul, 13. Sione Fainu, 14. Tristan Hope, 15. Alex Seyfarth, 16. Bunty Afoa, 17. Patrick Herbert, 18. Mavrik Geyer, 19. Charlie Murray, 20. Luke Laulilii, 21. Josese Lanyon, 22. Javon Andrews
Titans: 1. Keano Kini, 2. Jensen Taumoepeau, 3. Jaylan De Groot, 4. AJ Brimson, 5. Phillip Sami, 6. Jayden Campbell, 7. Zane Harrison, 8. Moeaki Fotuaika (c), 9. Oliver Pascoe, 10. Klese Haas, 11. Arama Hau, 12. Beau Fermor, 13. Cooper Bai, 14. Kurtis Morrin, 15. Josh Patston, 16. Jett Liu, 17. Adam Christensen, 18. Luke Sommerton, 19. Max Feagai, 20. Lachlan Ilias, 21. Tony Francis, 22. Michael Molo
Match Preview
An emotional afternoon at Leichhardt Oval awaits as the Wests Tigers look to respond after last week’s humiliation, while the Titans arrive with momentum and belief. With finals hopes still in the balance for the Tigers, this clash looms as a defining moment heading into the middle of the season.
The Tigers have plenty to prove — not just to their fans, but to themselves — after a crushing 68–0 defeat to Penrith continued to halt their early-season surge. Once sitting second after six rounds, they have since slipped to 10th, managing just one win from their past five matches. For the Titans, the trajectory is trending in the opposite direction. A confidence-boosting win over defending premiers Brisbane, combined with a narrow loss to Manly prior, shows a side building toward consistency.
Adding to the occasion, this will be the final match at Leichhardt Oval before its redevelopment, with the venue not set to return until 2028 — ensuring an emotional afternoon for the Tigers faithful.
In team news, both sides are impacted by Origin. Api Koroisau is unavailable after earning a call-up, while the Titans are without Jojo Fifita and Tino Fa’asuamaleaui on Queensland duty. Chris Randall also remains sidelined under HIA protocols. The Tigers welcome back Taylan May and Tony Sukkar to the starting side but remain without key names Adam Doueihi and Alex Twal.
The Tigers’ approach will centre around re-establishing dominance through the middle, led by Terrell May. After being overrun last week, their ability to win the ruck and build momentum is critical, allowing Jarome Luai to regain control of the game. Expect the Tigers to target the edges early, using the speed and finishing ability of Sunia Turuva and Taylan May to stretch the Titans’ defence.
For the Titans, their strength lies in their resilience and attacking spark. They were able to dig deep against Brisbane, with Keano Kini’s late-game brilliance sealing the result, and they remain a side capable of striking from anywhere. Jayden Campbell’s control in the halves, combined with support from AJ Brimson and Beau Fermor, provides multiple attacking threats, while Moeaki Fotuaika’s go-forward sets the platform.
The key battle looms in the halves, where Luai and Campbell will shape the outcome. Luai will be under pressure to respond after last week’s performance, and his ability to manage the game and create opportunities will be crucial. At the back, the clash between Jahream Bula and Keano Kini promises fireworks, with both players capable of turning the game through individual brilliance.
Ultimately, whichever side controls the tempo — through ruck speed, completion rates, and discipline — will hold the edge. The Titans thrive in broken play, while the Tigers need structure and control to succeed.
The Titans hold a surprisingly strong record in this matchup, winning 18 of 29 meetings. At Leichhardt Oval, they also have a slight 4–3 advantage and have won three of the past five encounters between the sides.
Their most recent clash at the venue was decided in dramatic fashion, with Adam Doueihi guiding the Tigers to a narrow 21–20 victory.
Jett Liu is set to make his NRL debut for the Titans off the bench after impressing for Tweed Seagulls in the Hostplus Cup.
Prediction
RLZ Tip: Tigers by 2
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Bold call: Arama Hau explodes through the middle, crossing for a try as the Titans’ forward pack gains the upper hand.
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