Dylan Brown’s Likely Spot in the Knights Line-Up Already Emerging After Eye-Catching Preseason Form……
The Newcastle Knights appear to have found the perfect role for star recruit Dylan Brown, with early signs suggesting the New Zealand international will slot seamlessly into the club’s new-look spine for 2025.
After weeks of speculation surrounding how coach Adam O’Brien’s successor would use Brown following his high-profile move from Parramatta, insiders at training say his position in the starting line-up is becoming clear — and it could transform the Knights’ attack.
Sources close to the club reveal Brown has been heavily involved in drills at five-eighth, forming a promising combination with halfback Jackson Hastings and fullback Kalyn Ponga. The trio’s chemistry has already impressed teammates, sparking optimism that Newcastle could boast one of the NRL’s most dynamic playmaking units next season.
Brown’s trademark running game and sharp defensive reads have reportedly stood out during early sessions, while his leadership and calm presence have added a new dimension to the squad’s structure. One insider described him as “the missing piece” the Knights have been searching for since their finals push in 2023.
While no official team list has been announced, all signs point toward Brown wearing the No. 6 jersey in Round 1 — a move that could reshape the Knights’ style under their revamped coaching setup.
Fans are already buzzing about the potential of a Ponga-Brown-Hastings axis, with social media lighting up over footage from preseason training. If the early hype is anything to go by, the Knights may have quietly assembled one of the most exciting attacking combinations in the competition.
The countdown to kickoff just got a whole lot more interesting in Newcastle.
