Two clubs that share a great rivalry dating back to the 1997 grand final will meet again in a clash heavily influenced by Origin selections and non-selections.
Sea Eagles star Tom Trbojevic cemented his NSW Blues spot with a devastating display against Canberra while skipper Daly Cherry-Evans will continue his superb Origin career with the Maroons.
Two names not featuring on the Maroons team sheet were Kalyn Ponga and Dane Gagai, leaving them free to strut their stuff in front of the McDonald Jones Stadium faithful as the Knights chase a fifth win of the season to draw them level with Manly on 13 points.