Benji Marshall has to have the game of his career for NZ to have any hope in pulling off a massive upset here. I believe the emotion of a Darren Lockyer farewell to Test footy in Australia (perhaps for good?) and the fact that we are simply stronger across the park will see us to victory.
I believe the correct selections of Scott and Shillington will be pivotal. If they continue to roll on forward, this is as good as over with Smith, Cronk, Lockyer and Slater to disect the NZ defence. Our bench was great last week, they will play their part in the final.
Just on NZ, Simon Mannering is an excellent player, an excellent back rower. Though as a part time centre he obviously is going to be a target for the Aussies. More often than not he will answer the challenge though I think this selection could haunt NZ.
First try scorer: Luke Lewis
Man Of The Match: Billy Slater
