Match Preview: Rabbitohs vs Roosters RD5, 2025
The South Sydney Rabbitohs are set for a fiery encounter against the Sydney Roosters this Friday night at Accor Stadium in Round 4 of the NRL season. This isn’t just any game—it’s the Battle of the Book of Feuds, and after last season’s bruising encounters, there’s no love lost between these two old foes.
South Sydney enters the clash full of confidence after a dominant 28-10 win over the Cowboys in Round 3, while the Roosters are still licking their wounds following a 30-16 defeat to the Melbourne Storm. With form and firepower on our side, Wayne Bennett’s men are ready to give the Roosters another lesson in what it means to wear the Red and Green.
LATRELL MITCHELL: "THEY KNOW WHAT'S COMING"
Latrell Mitchell thrives in these games, and you can bet he’ll have a point to prove against his former club. With a strong start to the season, he’s looking sharper than ever and is relishing the chance to face the Roosters again.
"I don’t need to hype this one up—the rivalry speaks for itself. They know what’s coming. We’re ready to stand up and show them what South Sydney is all about."
CAMPBELL GRAHAM RETURNS TO BOOST BACKLINE
After missing the opening three rounds with a shoulder injury, Campbell Graham makes his long-awaited return and will slot straight back into the centres, adding another defensive rock to our edge.
"It’s been a tough few weeks watching from the sidelines, but I’m pumped to be back for this one. The boys have set a strong standard, and I just want to get out there and do my job for the team."
TEAM CHANGES
South Sydney has made a couple of key adjustments for this week's clash. Campbell Graham returns to the centres, pushing Isaiah Tass to the extended bench, while young gun Tallis Duncan gets a start at lock, shifting Keaon Koloamatangi to the edge. The only other change sees Peter Mamouzelos named on the interchange to provide extra spark off the bench.
LAST FIVE RESULTS
- Round 25, 2024 – Rabbitohs 40-12 Roosters (Accor Stadium)
- Round 3, 2024 – Roosters 18-22 Rabbitohs (Allianz Stadium)
- Elimination Final, 2023 – Rabbitohs 26-16 Roosters (Accor Stadium)
- Round 27, 2023 – Roosters 20-18 Rabbitohs (Allianz Stadium)
- Round 3, 2023 – Rabbitohs 28-16 Roosters (Accor Stadium)
MATCH DETAILS & WHERE TO WATCH
Fixture: South Sydney Rabbitohs vs Sydney Roosters
Date: Friday, March 28, 2025
Kick-off: 7:50 PM (AEDT)
Venue: Accor Stadium, Sydney
Where to Watch: Live on Channel Nine, Fox League and available for streaming on Kayo Sports and 9Now
