Ponga highlights Knights' turnaround as finals approach

Kalyn Ponga has expressed his happiness with the Newcastle Knights' transformation ahead of their sudden-death final against the Warriors. Following new leadership from coach Justin Holbrook, the Knights have improved significantly from last season, when they finished at the bottom of the league. Ponga is now averaging 170 metres per game with 14 try assists, contributing to a positive team environment. The Knights are entering the Semi-Finals with strong performances, especially from rookie Francis Manuleleua, who has shown promise despite recent injuries to key players. They face a challenging matchup against the Warriors at Eden Park on Sunday.

• 5:27 AMZero Tackle NRL — “I’m really happy”: Ponga opens up on Knights’ stunning turnaround