{
  "id": 2499673,
  "title": "Live: Knights out to continue top four hunt against Manly",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/22/live-knights-out-to-continue-top-four-hunt-against-manly",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-22T04:56:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ABC News",
    "slug": "abc-news",
    "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-22/nrl-live-updates-knights-sea-eagles-souths-warriors/107067124"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Round 25 of the NRL season kicked off on Saturday with three thrilling matches. First, Newcastle took on Manly at Old Boys Day. The Knights were seeking to maintain their pursuit of a top four finish. Later, South Sydney faced off against New Zealand at Homebush, while Canterbury battled St George Illawarra at Sydney Football Stadium. The live blog, ScoreCentre, and live radio coverage were available for all the action. Jake Saifiti returned from a hamstring injury, replacing Cody Hopwood for Newcastle. Nick, the reporter, guided fans through the day's matches, starting with the Knights-Manly clash.",
  "summary": "Newcastle will be looking to keep their top four hopes alive when they face Manly in the Hunter on Old Boys Day. Follow live.",
  "key_points": [
    "Knights aim to secure top four spot in Round 25",
    "Newcastle replaces Cody Hopwood with Jake Saifiti",
    "Three matches featured on Saturday's NRL action"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Newcastle's push for a top four spot takes a significant turn with a win against Manly, bolstering their position in the competitive NRL season standings.",
  "illustration": null,
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "ABC News AU",
        "title": "Live: Knights out to continue top four hunt against Manly",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/22/live-knights-out-to-continue-top-four-hunt-against-manly-2505784",
        "published": "2026-08-22T04:56:02.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}