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One of the game s most famous rivalries has some added spice now that the Bulldogs have broken their drought for 2021 and will be walking that little bit taller this week.
The win over Cronulla on Saturday night was an emotional one for coach Trent Barrett and his players, who have stuck together in the face of plenty of criticism during the first six rounds.
They face a far more daunting task against the high-flying Eels but there s nothing quite like a win to lift confidence and Barrett is sure to have his men primed for a big effort. Bulldogs v Eels
Cowboys coach Todd Payten said a contact session on Thursday will prove Taumalolo s fitness.
The same applies for McLean after he failed to finish last week s win over the Raiders due to a hamstring concern.
Every try from Round 7
Raiders v Rabbitohs, Thursday 7.50pm at GIO Stadium
Raiders: No further changes expected after Ricky Stuart recalled Kiwi international Joseph Tapine to the side for a rested Josh Papalii this week. Sebastian Kris replaces Jarrod Croker (shoulder) in the centres with Matt Timoko also listed in the reserves.
The Raiders have won six of their past eight games against the Rabbitohs.