New South Wales prop Daniel Saifiti has extended his contract with the Newcastle Knights for a further two seasons. During the year, he re-signed with the Newcastle club on a two-year contract. I was a bit slow to start [the pre-season] last year but it was more to do with getting used to the type of training we were doing [under new coach Adam O'Brien]. [5] During the year, he re-signed with the Newcastle club on a two-year contract. It was during this period the Knights signed props David Klemmer, Tim Glasby and Herman Ese'ese from rival clubs, all arguably now ahead of him in the pecking order leading into the opening round of the premiership. It's been pretty tough but the body is getting used to it and I think I'm going pretty well. I was a bit slow to start [the pre-season] last year but it was more to do with getting used to the type of training we were doing [under new coach Adam O'Brien]. The front-rower made 21 appearances as the Knights finished 11th this season and becomes the first player to agree to an extension under new coach Adam O'Brien. "But as we grow older, we realise maybe that won't always be the case. "I'd … In a repeat of last season's Grand Final, Saints fielded an inexperienced side, naming five debutants with one eye on their forthcoming derby with Wigan, but the gamble backfired as they suffered a 12-10 defeat. David Klemmer, Mitch Barnett, Tyson Frizell. Among the names include livewire utility Connor Watson, Herman Ese'ese, Danny Levi, Mitch Barnett and veteran Aidan Guerra. Virtually inseparable both on and off the field for almost all of their 23 years, injuries have conspired against Jacob over the past couple of seasons since the brothers made their NRL debuts together against the Gold Coast in round one, 2016. His twin sibling, Jacob, has one more year to run on his contract and Daniel was backing him to state a strong case for retention. [13] Like I said, I'm training alright but training and playing are two different things so I think trials will be the next big test.". [11] On 12 May, he and his brother extended their contracts with the Knights from the end of 2017 until the end of 2018. After a breakout 2019 season, Daniel Saifiti has two NSW Blues Origin jumpers in his top draw and an upgraded three year contract in his back pocket. He has played for New South Wales in the State of Origin series. Wakefield Trinity hauled themselves off the foot of the Super League table in convincing fashion as they claimed an emphatic 48-18 win over fellow strugglers Hull KR, with Ben Jones-Bishop scoring a hat-trick. [3], Saifiti is the identical twin brother of Knights teammate Jacob Saifiti. Trinity were 26-0 up by the interval and, although Jordan Abdull, Jamie Ellis and Ben Crooks scored for the visitors either side of Jones-Bishop's third try of the game, Adam Tangata, Ryan Hampshire and Eddie Battye sealed back-to-back wins for Wakefield, who are now up to 10th. Twin brother Jacob has only hopes and dreams. On 2 May, he played for Fiji against Papua New Guinea, alongside his twin brother Jacob in the 2015 Melanesian Cup. Saifiti was born in Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia. DEVELOPMENT PLAYERS: Matthew Doorey, Tyrone Harding, Tuipulotu Katoa, James Roumanos, Sebastian Winters-Chang. After being a late scratching for his side’s loss to the Sharks, Tigers five-eighth Benji Marshall is set to miss up to six weeks with a calf injury. "Those rewards are a result of his hard work and consistency.". Jacob now finds himself vulnerable and playing catch-up. Sign up to receive our Breaking News Alerts and Editor's Daily Headlines featuring the best local news and stories. "While there have been some tough times, we showed improvement this season and are getting better," said Saifiti, who earned a State of Origin debut in June. [4] On 2 May, he played for Fiji against Papua New Guinea, alongside his twin brother Jacob in the 2015 Melanesian Cup. But it doesn't mean he is not confident in his own ability and is already conceding defeat. The front-rower made 21 appearances as the Knights finished 11th this season and becomes the first player to agree to an extension under new coach Adam O'Brien. "But hopefully Adzy can see I'm training hard and putting my hand up. New South Wales prop Daniel Saifiti has extended his contract with the Newcastle Knights for a further two seasons. The trials will be important. "I owe a lot to this club. He is of Fijian descent[2] and moved to the Central Coast at a young age. 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Saifiti was born in Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia.He is of Fijian descent and moved to the Central Coast at a young age.. Once considered the leader of an inexperienced pack, Saifiti reaped the benefits of David Klemmer's arrival this year to form a strong front-row combination with the Australian forward and later make his State of Origin debut in June. "We've signed some quality players in recent times and that has certainly helped with my development," Saifiti said in a club statement. Papenhuyzen and Josh Addo-Carr will deputise in the NSW camp, while their Storm team-mates Tino Fa’asuamaleaui, Brenko Lee, Christian Welch, Felise Kaufusi and Cameron Munster will link up with Queensland's squad. It was during this period the Knights signed props David Klemmer, Tim Glasby and Herman Ese'ese from rival clubs, all arguably now ahead of him in the pecking order leading into the opening round of the premiership. [18], Saifiti was selected in the starting side for Game 2 of the 2019 State of Origin series. My brother Jacob and I came here as teenagers to play under-20s and I've been living my dream ever since.". He knows he'll need to be. Daniel Saifiti (born 1 May 1996) is a Fiji international rugby league footballer who plays as a prop for the Newcastle Knights in the NRL.. Ese'ese was reportedly being shopped around by the Knights under Nathan Brown's regime but O'Brien was eager to keep the Samoan prop once he was appointed the coaching role. Seven regular top graders - Daniel Saifiti, Jayden Brailey, Connor Watson, Sione Mata'utia, Andrew McCullough, Bradman Best and Edrick Lee - will be missing against the Cowboys tomorrow. Chris Chester's side endured a nine-game losing streak following the resumption of Super League in August, while they also went down to Catalans Dragons in the Challenge Cup. Welsh BAME XIII showcases nation’s proud record of inclusion, How I almost missed my biggest ever match as a referee, Weekend Wrap (Sat 29.08): The latest comment and gossip, Daily Wrap (Fri 28.08): The latest comment and gossip, Daily Wrap (Thu 27.08): The latest comment and gossip, Daily Wrap (Wed 26.08): The latest comment and gossip, Daily Wrap (Tue 25.08): The latest comment and gossip. The Blues are the defending champions. Papenhuyzen may not get in ahead of James Tedesco – who was the player of the series in 2019 – for the Blues, though Storm coach Craig Bellamy is sure the youngster can have a big impact on the squad. My brother Jacob and I came here as teenagers to play 20s and I’ve been living my dream ever since. Big year: Knights prop Jacob Saifiti will be looking to make up for lost time this season to secure a new contract with the club. [20], At club level, he played 21 games for Newcastle as the club finished a disappointing 11th on the table after being expected by many to qualify for the finals. The bond meant that Daniel was uppermost in Jacob's mind in July this year as he entered talks with the Knights about extending. ", Five key match-ups of the Knights' 2020 draw. Daniel Saifiti (born 1 May 1996) is a Fiji international rugby league footballer who plays as a prop for the Newcastle Knights in the NRL. Daniel Saifiti contract extension Discussion in ' Knights Signings, Rumours & Player Movement ' started by krustykraz , Jun 19, 2019 . Total: 31. [19], Saifiti was retained for Game 3 of the 2019 State of Origin series which was won by New South Wales 26-20 at ANZ Stadium. His own future at the Knights beyond the end of this season is clouded. Like I said, I'm training alright but training and playing are two different things so I think trials will be the next big test." Tries from Ava Seumanufagai, Luke Gale, Liam Sutcliffe and Tom Briscoe proved decisive for Leeds, as a late penalty score for Castleford was supplemented by two tries from Greg Eden plus one from Liam Watts. In a statement today, the club said that, at 24-years-old, Saifiti has taken his game to another level and has rightly been rewarded with a new deal, which keeps him at the club until at least the end of 2022. Twin brother Jacob has only hopes and dreams. OFF contract at the end of the 2023 season. Newcastle would finish the year on the bottom of the table for a third straight season. [14], Saifiti played 23 games for the Knights in the 2017 season,[15] before having his contract extended until the end of 2020. Saifiti has agreed to a new two-year contract with Newcastle, which ensures he will remain in the red and blue until at least the end of 2022. NSW Blues considering shock Origin call-up for Panther Moses Leota, per... NSW add Daniel Saifiti and Zac Lomax to Origin squad, Report: Blues set to make selection shock, Knights, Titans, Storm all suffer injury blows, Injury updated on Mitch Barnett and Daniel Saifiti, Saifiti twins re-sign with Newcastle Knights. In 2015, Saifiti played for the Newcastle Knights' NYC team. "We've played together our whole lives," he said. "This is my first full pre-season since my first one back in 2014-15 so the body feels good. He told the club website: “I’m so grateful for the faith the Club has shown in me. Saifiti is the first to recognise he has a fight on his hands to find a spot in the 17 against the Warriors on March 14. krustykraz Clint Newton So while Daniel has come on in leaps and bounds to reach Origin status and secure his future with the Knights, his brother has been left in his wake. Saifiti made his debut for the club back in 2016 and has since played 85 times for the Knights. The Canberra Raiders have locked up the services of exciting young hooker Tom Starling on a a new two-year contract extension with the club. [16][17], Saifiti played 21 games for Newcastle in the 2018 NRL season as the club finished 11th on the table. Daniel Saifiti - WikiMili, The Free Encyclopedia - … krustykraz Clint Newton Saifiti, 23, will remain at the club until at least the end of 2022. After playing 39 games in his first two seasons in the NRL, Saififi managed just 15 over the past two years with shoulder injuries in 2018 and a broken leg last season severely hampering his progress. Newcastle’s NRL top four hopes have taken a hit with star prop Daniel Saifiti facing time on the sidelines with a knee injury. Picture: Jonathan Carroll. Jacob now finds himself vulnerable and playing catch-up. The full-back is one of seven Melbourne players who will feature in the Origin match between New South Wales and Queensland, with the final additions having been revealed.

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