Roosters out-grit gallant Knights   In a match that hung right
in the balance until the final 20 minutes, veteran fullback
Anthony Minichiello put his hand up for a NSW Jersey with a
stellar performance.  The home side showed their intent early
with Braith Anasta opting for a short-kick off to open the match
and place his side in prime attacking position in the opening
minutes. However some strong defence from the Knights saw them
survive the first Roosters' raid on their line.  The Roosters
were given several more opportunities to open the scoring in the
first 20 minutes of the match, however, solid goal line defence
ensure the home side came back empty handed.   Shaun Kenny-
Dowall appeared as if he may have snared the opening points in
the 28th minute but replays revealed he had illegally challenged
James McManus and the home side were penalised.  The Knights
received back to back penalties and Jarrod Mullen found his way
over the line in the 29th minute. Wes Nqaima converted the try
to extend the Knights'