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Fifita left out of Sharks side, Mbye shifts to halves to accommodate rookie Laurie – Sydney Morning Herald
With the teams for round one now named, there are some shock selections to digest before the start of the NRL season.
It was only two years ago Andrew Fifita was widely considered the best prop in the game, however the Cronulla forward has on Tuesday been left out of the Sharks best 17 for the opening round of the season.
Fifita has been named in jersey No.19 for Sunday nights clash against the Dragons, with coach John Morris understood to be concerned about the props fitness levels under the new rules.
Andrew Fifita has been left out of Cronullas 17 for round one.Credit:Getty
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