Xavier edition

NRL
>GAME 1
Sydney Roosters v Melbourne Storm
7:50pm AEST on Fox, Kayo and Ch9
Allianz Stadium, Moore Park
2.42-1.57
>The Storm have won the past six in this rivalry, including a commanding 30-point victory in last year's Prelim Final. The Roosters are coming off a bruising 31-18 defeat to the Sharks in Round 20. The Storm suffered a narrow 18-16 upset loss to the Sea Eagles in Round 20. For the Roosters, Sandon Smith and Sam Walker will partner in the halves, with Hugo Savala named among the reserves as he recovers from a wrist injury. Ethan King comes into the centres, replacing Billy Smith (concussion). With Victor Radley sidelined due to a shoulder issue, Siua Wong returns from a knee injury to start at lock. For the Storm, Tyran Wishart takes over at five-eighth in place of Cameron Munster, who has been granted personal leave following his father’s passing. Nelson Asofa-Solomona is out through suspension, with Kane Bradley and Bronson Garlick added to the bench. Ryan Papenhuyzen (calf) remains unavailable. Storm winger Xavier Coates will celebrate his 100th NRL game. The Storm have a dominant record over the Roosters, winning 32 of 52 NRL encounters. Melbourne has won the last six clashes between the two clubs and eleven out of the last twelve.
Roosters 1-12 3.60
Roosters 13+ 5.80
Storm 1-12 2.80
Storm 13+ 3.00
Roosters +3.5 1.99 Storm -3.5 1.82