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Forward Kobe Hetherington came back from a pre-season bicep injury via Hostplus Cup last weekend and is listed among the reserves as he chases a spot in the in-form Broncos side.
Coach Kevin Walters may be hesitant to change a winning side, with Keenan Palasia, Corey Jensen or Martin Taupau the players that would drop out should the Brisbane mentor make a late switch.Jake Simpkin, Justin Matamua and Starford To'a are the new faces on the bench for Wests Tigers, with To'a and Asu Kepaoa potentially swapping roles on Saturday.
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