Ennis looks good behind a dominant side because he just simply does the basics. He is not a standout in any facet of the game - running, creating, defending, nada. He is an accomplished, well-rounded footballer that makes few mistakes because he isn't relied upon by his team to be the driving force and chief play-maker.
Farah on the other hand is an incredibly gifted and skilled player that has the ability to create points from any position on the field - look at the 20m cut-out pass from inside his own 10m against Canberra that lead to a 90m try for a recent example. He makes more mistakes because he chances his arm - but that's reflective of the Tigers as a whole. The same thing that makes him, and the Tigers, unique and on days untouchable is the same thing that on other days makes him look ordinary and sees the Tigers get lapped.
From last night's performance, I don't believe anyone would say either hooker had a dominant game or out-played the other. Ennis passed from dummy-half, chased a couple of kicks and pretty much stayed out of the way - in other words a typical Ennis performance. Farah created openings for teammates, kicked a 40/20 and made a few mistakes - in other words a typical Farah performance.
As for the better player - in my opinion, Farah by some way. Just offers more with ball in hand, isn't a magnet for penalties and strong in defence. Ennis is good no doubt and possibly the safer Origin bet - he won't stand out or win you a game but he also will come in and do the job.
Personally, based solely on last night's game from both, I'm looking for a hell of a lot more from my Origin hooker.
