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The struggling Wests Tigers have made significant changes in response to their nine-game losing streak, including shifting captain Api Koroisau to the halves and resting rookie Lachlan Galvin due to a hand injury. With Aidan Sezer back from suspension to partner Koroisau in the halves, Solomona Faataape joins the 17 in place of Solomon Alaimalo. Tallyn Da Silva will play hooker as Koroisau moves to halfback. Off-contract five-eighth Adam Doueihi has been included in the reserves as he recovers from an ACL injury. Galvin’s absence adds to the uncertainty surrounding his future with reports of management concerns about the team’s direction. Despite a knee injury, centre Justin Olam has been named to play. In other team news, Penrith’s Dylan Edwards is set to prove his State of Origin credentials, while Liam Martin could make a late charge into the Panthers side. Bradman Best returns from injury just in time for NSW selection discussions, and Haumole Olakau’atu is named for Manly despite a calf injury. The Sydney Roosters have dropped hooker Brandon Smith for missing a team meeting, and Connor Watson replaces him. Nicho Hynes returns to Cronulla’s halves after a rest from State of Origin duties, and South Sydney captain Cam Murray is back from injury. Shaun Johnson’s return from injury will boost the Warriors against Melbourne, while Ryan Papenhuyzen is still sidelined for the Storm.