Edwards 7 - not as influential has he has been in recent times but great vision to setup Nathan's first try
Mansour 8 - typical tough runs in traffic when needed. still has plenty to offer especially in the dour games needing extras to help carry the team forward
Naden 6 - some good carries but bad misses in defence. if it is 1v2 in the GF, he/we better get ready for Olam terrorising him. Both our centres' defence is suspect at times & expect to be targetted there. Our cover is great but cant be constantly relied upon, especially under fatigue
Crichton 7 - his attack is never the issue although at times he got dominated both sides of the ball with strong contact from Manu. He'll obviously get stronger as he grows but there are chinks now. Getting him early ball in space & as a target in the air will give him the confidence to ride through games.
To'o 7 - more strong carries. Surprised to see some defensive lapses as he's usually pretty dependable. Was always going to be targetted in the air against Tupou
Luai 9 - plenty has been said already. He's causing so much uncertainty with defensive lines. Relishing the opportunity to be the creative spark & the perfect foil for Nathan. Onwards & upwards & it's good to see him getting recognition
Cleary 9 - another tough display & carried the team. he's grown into leading by example & everyone is onboard. Unsure what's going on with his goal kicking though. He hardly missed from the sidelines but is missing more regularly now. I'm confident he'll work through this & step up when needed just like how he absolutely nailed the FG under pressure. Big game experience continues.
Tamou 6 - unsure why he wasnt on longer so not his usual effective self. again I'm confident he'll step up with his experience
Koroisau 7 - solid as usual in defence however didnt show too much of his craftiness in attack which was probably part of the game plan. He also got a knock which may have hampered him
Fisher-Harris 7 - quiet by his standards but his effort to charge down & subsequently take away their momentum with plenty of time remaining was immense. This effort (along with the Bmoz forced into touch in 1H) changed the game & in the end was the difference. Dont forget this is the guy that had no preseason after doing his pec!! I daresay having the week off was the only way he was going to rest!
Kikau 6 - some good runs but some very average defence. Unsure if a break will actually help him but agree our interchange wasnt used very well to counter his obvious fatigue.
Martin 8 - wholehearted performance again just as come to expect. his hit on Lussick to force an error & cover tackle on JMoz at the death typifies the effort plays he's coming up with.
Yeo 9 - the amount of work he does is phenomenal. Both attack & defence is top class. You can tell when he's off the field. He's the unsung hero of our team & probably doesnt get the recognition of the other players but I'm pretty sure his teammates & coaching staff appreciate. Give him the (C) next year & he'll probably get even better!
May 6 - played tough in the middle & his quick reaction pass for Chricton's try was gold.
Capewell 6 - did what he had to do but gassed when he came off. the run will do him good
Leota 8 - provided immediate impact with his strong carries. Would've been great to see if he held onto the ball with the line wide open. Deserves praise for the energy he brings onto the field.
Tetevano 7 - more tough carries & strong defence. His experience at this time of year will hopefully prove his worth.
Mansour 8 - typical tough runs in traffic when needed. still has plenty to offer especially in the dour games needing extras to help carry the team forward
Naden 6 - some good carries but bad misses in defence. if it is 1v2 in the GF, he/we better get ready for Olam terrorising him. Both our centres' defence is suspect at times & expect to be targetted there. Our cover is great but cant be constantly relied upon, especially under fatigue
Crichton 7 - his attack is never the issue although at times he got dominated both sides of the ball with strong contact from Manu. He'll obviously get stronger as he grows but there are chinks now. Getting him early ball in space & as a target in the air will give him the confidence to ride through games.
To'o 7 - more strong carries. Surprised to see some defensive lapses as he's usually pretty dependable. Was always going to be targetted in the air against Tupou
Luai 9 - plenty has been said already. He's causing so much uncertainty with defensive lines. Relishing the opportunity to be the creative spark & the perfect foil for Nathan. Onwards & upwards & it's good to see him getting recognition
Cleary 9 - another tough display & carried the team. he's grown into leading by example & everyone is onboard. Unsure what's going on with his goal kicking though. He hardly missed from the sidelines but is missing more regularly now. I'm confident he'll work through this & step up when needed just like how he absolutely nailed the FG under pressure. Big game experience continues.
Tamou 6 - unsure why he wasnt on longer so not his usual effective self. again I'm confident he'll step up with his experience
Koroisau 7 - solid as usual in defence however didnt show too much of his craftiness in attack which was probably part of the game plan. He also got a knock which may have hampered him
Fisher-Harris 7 - quiet by his standards but his effort to charge down & subsequently take away their momentum with plenty of time remaining was immense. This effort (along with the Bmoz forced into touch in 1H) changed the game & in the end was the difference. Dont forget this is the guy that had no preseason after doing his pec!! I daresay having the week off was the only way he was going to rest!
Kikau 6 - some good runs but some very average defence. Unsure if a break will actually help him but agree our interchange wasnt used very well to counter his obvious fatigue.
Martin 8 - wholehearted performance again just as come to expect. his hit on Lussick to force an error & cover tackle on JMoz at the death typifies the effort plays he's coming up with.
Yeo 9 - the amount of work he does is phenomenal. Both attack & defence is top class. You can tell when he's off the field. He's the unsung hero of our team & probably doesnt get the recognition of the other players but I'm pretty sure his teammates & coaching staff appreciate. Give him the (C) next year & he'll probably get even better!
May 6 - played tough in the middle & his quick reaction pass for Chricton's try was gold.
Capewell 6 - did what he had to do but gassed when he came off. the run will do him good
Leota 8 - provided immediate impact with his strong carries. Would've been great to see if he held onto the ball with the line wide open. Deserves praise for the energy he brings onto the field.
Tetevano 7 - more tough carries & strong defence. His experience at this time of year will hopefully prove his worth.
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