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Balmain Tigers – Harold Matthews Cup: Round 3

The Balmain Tigers return to action in Round 3 of the 2026 UNE Harold Matthews Cup, taking on the Parramatta Eels at Leichhardt Oval.

Fresh off a bye in Round 2, the Tigers will be searching for their first win of the 2026 campaign, following a 34-16 loss to the Central Coast Roosters on the road in Round 1.

Head Coach, Andrew Kazzi has named Lachlan Ellis, Levi Henerson and Zac Bechara in the starting side, which otherwise remains unchanged.

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To view the Balmain Tigers draw for the 2026 UNE Harold Matthews Cup, please click here.

Balmain Tigers Team List: Round 3

1. Thomas Aroyan
2. Lachlan Ellis
3. Levi Henderson
4. Zac Bechara
5. Sione Maea
6. Mateo Reupena-Dunn
7. Marcus Cesaro
8. Noah Vaotangi
9. Levi Ellis (c)
10. Sioeli Iongi
11. Apakuki Ma'afu
12. Sebastian Chidiac
13. Darby Fotheringham

Interchange:
14. Hinodeshima Teaupa
16. Maleko Mateni
17. Sosaia Unga

Reserves:
18. Max Colpan

Acknowledgement of Country

Wests Tigers respect and honour the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future. We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on the lands we meet, gather and play on.

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