Newcastle Knights vs Manly Sea Eagles Prediction – Round 14 2025

Round 14 of the NRL returns to its regular rhythm with a Thursday night kickoff, as the Knights welcome the Sea Eagles back to Newcastle – hoping a homecoming will help steady the ship.

Newcastle still have strike weapons, but their last performance raised more questions than answers, especially with Leo Thompson’s month long suspension

Meanwhile, Daly Cherry-Evans turned back the clock after Origin, putting on a clinic against the Broncos with vintage control and precision.

Manly will be aiming to build on that momentum, while the Knights find themselves teetering on a knife’s edge. 

Here’s how the Knights and Sea Eagles line up for this clash, as well as some betting tips for the H2H, first try scorer, and over/under markets. This is our Knights vs Sea Eagles prediction.

Knights vs Sea Eagles Team Lists

 

Newcastle Knights Predicted Team List

1. Kalyn Ponga

2. James Schiller

3. Dane Gagai

4. Kyle McCarthy 

5. Fletcher Hunt

6. Fletcher Sharpe

7. Tyson Gamble

8. Tyson Frizell

9. Phoenix Crossland 

10. Brodie Jones

11. Dylan Lucas

12. Kai Pearce-Paul

13. Mat Croker

14. Jayden Brailey 

15. Jack Hetherington

16. Thomas Cant 

17. Jermaine McEwen

Manly Sea Eagles Predicted Team List

1. Lehi Hopoate 

2. Jason Saab

3. Tolu Koula 

4. Reuben Garrick

5. Tommy Talau

6. Luke Brooks

7. Daly Cherry-Evans

8. Ethan Bullemor

9. Jake Simpkin

10. Siosiua Taukeiaho

11. Haumole Olakau’atu

12. Ben Trbojevic 

13. Jake Trbojevic

14. Lachlan Croker 

15. Jazz Tevaga 

16. Corey Waddell

17. Nathan Brown

Knights vs Sea Eagles Prediction and Betting Tips

 

Head-to-Head Prediction

Newcastle return home under pressure, needing a response after a shaky showing in the last round. The Knights will lean heavily on Kalyn Ponga to spark something in attack with his return. 

There’s still firepower in their lineup, but cohesion and execution have been lacking.

On the other side, Manly will come in with confidence after dismantling Brisbane — a performance led by a masterclass from Daly Cherry-Evans. 

The Sea Eagles look a more settled and dangerous outfit and their recent form, as well as Cherry-Evans’ game management give them the edge. 

The Knights will be spirited at home, but unless they find another gear, Manly should have enough class to get the job done.

Betting tip: Manly Sea Eagles

 

First Try Scorer Prediction

Koula has been electric at centre for Manly, and his explosive acceleration off the mark makes him a nightmare in broken play or off a quick shift. 

With the Knights’ right edge defence under pressure in recent weeks, Koula could capitalise early, especially if Cherry-Evans and Brooks continue to link well on that side.

Betting tip: Tolutau Koula first try scorer.

 

Over/Under Prediction

This matchup feels like it could be deceptive. 

While both teams have strike weapons, Newcastle have struggled to convert opportunities into points lately, and Manly’s defence tightened up when they needed it the most.

If the Sea Eagles control the tempo through Cherry-Evans and dominate field position, they could restrict the Knights’ scoring chances. Expect some grind early before things open up late, but not enough to push this into a shootout.

Betting tip: Under total match points.

Knights vs Sea Eagles Match Details

 

Date: Thursday June 5

Kick-off: 8:00pm AEST

Location: McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle