2021 Rd2: Eels v Storm GAME DAY THREAD @ Bankwest Stadium 18/3

[IFR33K]

So I didn't get to watch the game properly ... watching a replay

was probably discussed ..... how in the land of f**k was that grubby sack of shit from melbourne not at the absolute least sin binned for the elbow that resulted in matto's head slam .... matto leaves the field - kaufusi on report - isn't that 100% always meant to be a sin bin?

The nrl seriously needs to consider having an 18th man on the bench. When a player fails a HIA, and it’s through foul play, the 18th man gets injected into the game.

 

[Obscene Assassin]

So I didn't get to watch the game properly ... watching a replay

was probably discussed ..... how in the land of f**k was that grubby sack of shit from melbourne not at the absolute least sin binned for the elbow that resulted in matto's head slam .... matto leaves the field - kaufusi on report - isn't that 100% always meant to be a sin bin?

They should've had a player sin binned earlier for a professional foul when Sivo made the break on the kick return. I believe it was the storm #17 who held him down only for klein to give us a rare 6 again.

 

[IFR33K]

They should've had a player sin binned earlier for a professional foul when Sivo made the break on the kick return. I believe it was the storm #17 who held him down only for klein to give us a rare 6 again.

Yep. Surely that was a professional foul and binning the player would of been the right call.

 

[Gronk]

Mahoney you cannot put shit on anymore mate. He is the best hooker we have had in a long long time.

The coaches have got him playing eyes up footy. He’s gone to another level.

 

[Gronk]

Is Penisini a chance for a debut with Waqa out?

BA always eases kids in off the bench. So if that was to happen, Will Smith would have to drop off and Marata would start, then move to the middle when Penisini comes on.

 

[Gazzamatta]

Rankin I reckon. Very experienced. Could prove a better long term option than Waqa.

 

[Twizzle]

why the f**k would you move Nuikore from centre after a game like that against the best team in the NRL ?

Penisini will get his chance when he's ready

 

[84 Baby]

The nrl seriously needs to consider having an 18th man on the bench. When a player fails a HIA, and it’s through foul play, the 18th man gets injected into the game.

What they need to is apply the rules they have already. How Katfusi remained on field is beyond me? There was absolutely no way Matto was returning. He didn’t even know he was lying down

 

[T-Boon]

why the f**k would you move Nuikore from centre after a game like that against the best team in the NRL ?

Penisini will get his chance when he's ready

I dont think he is fast enough and in dry conditions he would be exposed a bit. But I was impressed with what he did. Keep him there until things go bad.

 

[Twizzle]

Keep him there until things go bad.

exactly, if things go bad

he doesn't deserve to get dropped after that effort

 

[hindy111]

The f**k merkin? He's not even 23 yet and you thought he was at his peak?

No. I thought he had limitations to his game...I can generaly tell within 20 games if a players want good. I have a very good talent spotting ability.

 

[Gronk]

exactly, if things go bad

he doesn't deserve to get dropped after that effort

Well you certainly don't create a spot in the top 30 for a reggie to slot in I reckon.

 

[hindy111]

worst defensive fullback in the NRL .... amiirite @hindy111

I said it's an area he needed to work on and he has. In a big way.
Now go back to sleep merkin

 

[hindy111]

I dont understand the Blake hate. He hasnt been great but I thought he went well last week against Brisbane.
Do people remember he was the guy who chases the halfback Croft down to save the game. It forced him to kick ahead.....
Secondly he has 4yrs left on his contract on top 17 money. We want to gooe he comes good.

Being it was weren't the Storm did not spread the ball like they would normally. Blake is our fastest player in a side that lacks speed. I want him there.
I am also not convinced that Fergo isnt also the issue. Blake looked great in the semi vs souths last year with Dunster outside him. And there back are more explosive then the Storms.

 

[hindy111]

exactly, if things go bad

he doesn't deserve to get dropped after that effort

He would be on the bench and not exactly dropped. Just back in his preferred position.

 

[Joshuatheeel]

The coaches have got him playing eyes up footy. He’s gone to another level.

Ennis was talking about Mahoney in the pre game.

Basically said he is young and developing his game and can’t bring every thing to the NRL at once. It’s only his 3rd season as a starting hooker.

he said Mahoney stripped his game to the basics at first and is now developing something each year.

2019 - just learning to survive in the NRL
2020 - he developed a kicking game
2021 - now looks like he is developing his running game

 

[chiefy1]

I agree

 

[Joshuatheeel]

NSW cup game this week will give a good indication if Will is being seriously considered.

I doubt he plays a full game or plays at all if he is getting a start next week

 

[hindy111]

NSW cup game this week will give a good indication if Will is being seriously considered.

I doubt he plays a full game or plays at all if he is getting a start next week

I feel it's a good idea to play him. They didnt play last week.
In saying this I reckon BA will favour Rankin.

 

[Joshuatheeel]

I feel it's a good idea to play him. They didnt play last week.
In saying this I reckon BA will favour Rankin.

It’s not about game time, it’s about not getting injured. We can’t afford our next centre option being injured.

Yeah Rankin is a possibility.

I wouId probably go Fergo centre, Dunster wing (yeah not the greatest option but Will may need a few games in NSW cup and Rankin is more a spine player)