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PNG Chiefs Land Joey Manu as Roosters' Unbeaten Run Crashes Against the Tigers | Kenty Blitz EP219

Season 2, Ep. 219

The Papua New Guinea Chiefs land their marquee man, confirming Joey Manu as player No.7 in a huge statement signing. Plus, the Sydney Roosters' run comes crashing down against the West Tigers and the Warriors steal top spot with a golden field goal.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Start

00:22 - Bulldogs' Casualty Ward Grows

01:44 - PNG Chiefs Confirm Joey Manu Signing

13:35 - Fans "Powerless" Against PNG's Tax-Free Advantage

17:16 - Roosters' Unbeaten Run Ends Against the Tigers

21:17 - Warriors Steal Top Spot With Golden Field Goal

28:39 - Tedesco Injury Mystery

32:01 - Sharks Scrape Past Titans

32:36 - Knights Blow Top-Four Shot on Old Boys Day

34:10 - Bulldogs Impress in Finals Push

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