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Scott Bailey

Ponga's absence forces Knights to regain their steel

Daniel Saifiti (l) says Kalyn Ponga's absence has forced the Knights to rethink their strategy. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

Newcastle prop Daniel Saifiti has labelled Kalyn Ponga's injury as a turning point in their NRL season, with his absence giving the Knights a new-found steeliness.

The Knights have won their last two games without Ponga, holding on for gritty wins over both the Dolphins and Warriors.

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