Kayal Iro debut

[Don Tweddle]

Is this worth a thread?

Anyway, congrats Kayal. First of many. He has been really impressive in NSW Cup, definitely looks to be up to NRL levels of physicality.



From sharks.com.au:

And while it is nearing the end for two of the game’s elder statesmen, the Bulldogs clash will represent the start of an NRL journey for Cook Island’s born Kayal Iro, who makes his top grade debut.

A captain’s run injury has resulted in Matt Ikuvalu being a late withdrawal from the match, with Iro, super impressive in the NSW Cup for the Newtown Jets this season, coming into the side as Shark #555.

 

[glenmoresharkie]

Congrats to the young lad, huge day for him tomorrow. Massive accomplishment

Iro is Shark #555, Sione Katoa is #515. 40 players have made for their Shark debuts in between these two - madness!

 

[Mr Angry]

There few things that make me happy.

I love it. Forget the name, kid truly is deserved.

Check his stats.

No pressure Rookie of the year, next year, well done Fitz.

 

[BWNB]

Looking forward to seeing him run out.

Hope the injury the Ikuvalu isn't too bad we might need him.

 

[Ozzi_78]

Looking forward to seeing him run out.

Hope the injury the Ikuvalu isn't too bad we might need him.

Dare say the injury doesn’t exist. Didn’t want to debut him at Tamworth or brookvale.

 

[BWNB]

Dare say the injury doesn’t exist. Didn’t want to debut him at Tamworth or brookvale.

Actually I recall reading this here.

 

[BWNB]

So many first grade debuts this year.

 

[Ozzi_78]

Actually I recall reading this here.

I said it when he didn’t get a run in Tamworth I think

 

[Frenzy.]

Is this worth a thread?

Anyway, congrats Kayal. First of many. He has been really impressive in NSW Cup, definitely looks to be up to NRL levels of physicality.



From sharks.com.au:

And while it is nearing the end for two of the game’s elder statesmen, the Bulldogs clash will represent the start of an NRL journey for Cook Island’s born Kayal Iro, who makes his top grade debut.

A captain’s run injury has resulted in Matt Ikuvalu being a late withdrawal from the match, with Iro, super impressive in the NSW Cup for the Newtown Jets this season, coming into the side as Shark #555.

Yes. Big Bloke might not think so though

 

[shaggs]

So many first grade debuts this year.

4th I think

 

[DJDL]

4th I think

It’s actually the 5th.

Hazleton
Miller
JC
Dykes
Iro

 

[bluefox68]

It will be interesting to see where they play him…

He plays left centre normally…

I would love to see him put on the left wing, with Mulitalo switching to the right wing, where he HAS played before…

 

[DJDL]

Can't see that happening, Foxy. Too much disruption.
Ronnie and Sifa have built up a great combination this year. Best to leave it as is, particularly with all the other changes in the backline.

 

[Mr Angry]

Never have I seen 18th used better.

I tip my hat to Fitz.

 

[bluefox68]

Can't see that happening, Foxy. Too much disruption.
Ronnie and Sifa have built up a great combination this year. Best to leave it as is, particularly with all the other changes in the backline.

Yeah, I know.

It seemed weird having Miller play right wing a couple of weeks ago, but it was the least disruptive way to go.

 

[bad boy bubby]

Iro played fullback for the Jets a game or two ago. I doubt this will happen but maybe Miller and he could switch between wing and fullback during the game. Like I said, I doubt it, but it won't shock me if it does though.

 

[Inferno]

Never have I seen 18th used better.

I tip my hat to Fitz.

I had the same thought MA. Impressive the way all of them have been brought along and it's clear if you're 18th man you're next in line. No doubt it has been a significant reason why all our debutants this year have had strong debuts.

 

[Stake Removed]

Fitz has done it well keeps bringing through the young guys, give them that experience.
It's very Rooster like, they though blood some in first grade at 18, be interesting next year if that's our policy

 

[Frenzy.]

Very pleased to see Earo get his shot.

He has played on the right before. He was right winger in a 2021 trial vs Dragons. Was also left winger in same trial. Scored tries on both sides. He's not a one trick pony and no need to change the team

 

[DJDL]

That's what I thought as well, Frenz. I'm sure I've seen footage of him playing both sides.

Really looking forward to watching him go around this afternoon.