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The Wests Tigers will look to end a nine-game losing streak on Saturday, June 15, when they lock horns with the Gold Coast Titans at the Leichhardt Oval in the NRL Round 15. The Tigers, rock-bottom in the standings with two wins from 12 matches, will fancy their chances against the Titans, who are just two spots above them.
The Tigers' first win of the season came at Leichhardt Oval, where they claimed a dominant 32-6 victory over the Sharks in Round 3 before recording a golden-point triumph over Parramatta Eels. However, since then, the Tigers have taken a downward trajectory, losing nine on the stretch.
Injuries and suspensions have also played a part in Benji Marshall's side's poor run of form. However, they will be bolstered by the return of Aidan Siezer who was out for the past four weeks due to suspension.
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Gold Coast, meanwhile, have also been inconsistent. The Titans are yet to record consecutive victories this term, with three of their wins coming between losses. In the previous round, the Titans lost 46-12 at home to South Sydney, a team below them in the table. This week, they face another side below them in the standings and will hope to perform better.
Gold Coast haven't lost to the Wests Tigers at Leichhardt Oval since 2008. The Titans have also won the past five meetings between the two teams, which put them as favorites for this encounter.
Wests Tigers vs Gold Coast Titans Form Guide
Wests Tigers Form Guide (LLLLL): The Wests Tigers are 17th in the NRL ladder.
Gold Coast Titans Form Guide (LWLWL): The Gold Coast Titans are 15th in the NRL ladder.
Wests Tigers vs Gold Coast Titans Team News
Wests Tigers
Injured: Jayden Sullivan (Hand), Latu Fainu (Hamstring), John Bateman (Pectoral), Isaiah Papali'i (Ankle), Adam Doueihi (Knee), Lachlan Galvin (Hand), Junior Tupou (Foot), Starford To'a (Hamstring), Solomon Alaimalo (Concussion)
Suspended: David Klemmer
Gold Coast Titans
Injured: AJ Brimson (Groin), Phil Sami (Hamstring), Tino Fa'asuamaleaui (Knee), Jaimin Jolliffe (Pectoral), Tony Francis (Shoulder), Harley Smith-Shields (Pectoral)
Suspended: none
Wests Tigers vs Gold Coast Titans Predicted Lineups
Wests Tigers
Backs: Jahream Bula, Apisai Koroisau, Brent Naden, Alex Lobb, Aidan Sezer, Charlie Staines, Justin Olam
Forwards: Stefano Utoikamanu, Samuela Fainu, Alex Twal, Fonua Pole, Tallyn Da Silva, Justin Matamua
Interchange: Alex Seyfarth, Reuben Porter, Solomona Faatape, Sione Fainu
Reserves: Adam Doueihi, Jordan Miller, Heath Mason, Kit Laulilii, Luke Laulilii
Gold Coast Titans
Backs: Keano Kini, Alofiana Khan-Pereira, Kireran Goran, Jayden Campbell, Phillip Sami, Jojo Fifita, Brain Kelly
Forwards: Klese Haas, Beau Fermor, David Fifita, Josiah Pahulu, Chris Randall, Moeaki Foutuaika
Interchange: Erin Clark, Issac Liu, Sam Verrills, Keenan Palasia
Reserves: Jaylan De Groot, Joe Stimson, Tanah Boyd, JacobAlick-Wiencke, Iszac Fa'asuamaleaui
Wests Tigers vs Gold Coast Titans Prediction
Prediction: Gold Coast to win
