Tigers thump Cowboys 30-16 in NRL preseason

Jonathan Thurston was simply happy to emerge without injuries in the North Queensland Cowboys' 30‑16 NRL trial loss to the new‑look Wests Tigers last night.

Cowboys coach Paul Green was happy to give Thurston the all clear after the eventful clash, along with fellow co‑captain Matt Scott on his comeback from a serious knee injury.

After an eight-month recovery from shoulder surgery, Thurston played the first half while Test prop Matt Scott was given just 20 minutes.

However, Thurston admitted his game needed a dramatic improvement before the Cowboys' NRL season opener against the Cronulla Sharks on March 9.

Source: One News