Johnathan Thurston is expected to miss Sunday’s blockbuster with the Tigers due to an ongoing hamstring injury with the Australian No.6 a notable omission from the Cowboys team list on Tuesday.
The Maroons ace did not play in last Saturday’s 16-8 loss to the Storm as his side struggled for direction without their chief playmaker.
Ray Thompson has been selected at halfback to partner Michael Morgan.
Tigers legend Robbie Farah was not named with Dene Halatau to play hooker.
Jack Littlejohn was named at halfback after Luke Brooks was sidelined with a knee injury.
The Tigers are looking to solidify their place in the eight following their last round 23-8 win over the Eels.
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