Round 23 - Panthers vs Rabbitohs: Friday 20th August 8:05pm @Suncorp Stadium

[murraymob]

While the result does not matter .Its still going to be a game both teams need .These hard close games set teams up for the grind of semi final footy.Who was in or out both teams last time does not matter.Its who is playing now

 

[big hit!]

Lol you beat us well last time but were under strength now it’s your turn.

Show dignity lol we can scream cheer and chant as loud as we please!

We have a few thousand Souths diehards up there too they’ll make plenty of noise.

Cameron Murray is definitely one of the most important players for South Sydney, but missing him is not an excuse to concede 56 points. No one else was missing from that Rd 11 team.

Defence is different now. They've transitioned from the classic Bennett contain back then, to now emulating the ferocious line speed exhibited by both Melbourne and Penrith. If you've got a physically-prepared squad, particularly middles with big engines, you will succeed. This is why Nicholls has been so good for the Rabbits since the last match vs Penrith, and starting/playing bigger minutes.

 

[big hit!]

I have no doubt that Prelim carry on is front and centre in our minds. As they say, revenge is a dish best served cold, so Bon Appetit Penriff!

Revenge isn't beating them tonight. Revenge is beating them when it matters - prelim or Grand final.

 

[Jim Rockford]

Revenge isn't beating them tonight. Revenge is beating them when it matters - prelim or Grand final.

Consider tonight an entree then with the Main Course to come in the Finals.

 

[Rabbits20]

Cameron Murray is definitely one of the most important players for South Sydney, but missing him is not an excuse to concede 56 points. No one else was missing from that Rd 11 team.

Defence is different now. They've transitioned from the classic Bennett contain back then, to now emulating the ferocious line speed exhibited by both Melbourne and Penrith. If you've got a physically-prepared squad, particularly middles with big engines, you will succeed. This is why Nicholls has been so good for the Rabbits since the last match vs Penrith, and starting/playing bigger minutes.

I agree our defence was appalling Penrith were far too good on that day.

We did have Trell though hadn’t played for 4 weeks previously, Cody back at 5/8 for the first time in 4 weeks.

We had Su’a starting in the second row and Knight at lock. Murray is now at lock vital to us as you know all the work he does and Su’a turnstile is out of the second row with Arrow playing there now and Koloamatangi moved to right edge. Host is now coming off the bench going to left edge and doing a fine job and Sele is back this week he adds very good post contact metres off the bench.

 

[Rabbits20]

Consider tonight an entree then with the Main Course to come in the Finals.

Correct mate and whoever wins tonight will get the psychological edge.

 

[Rabbits20]

My stomach is starting to churn more and more the closer we get to 8pm.

 

[callmack1]

My stomach is starting to churn more and more the closer we get to 8pm.

Me too mate. Had butterflies all day.

 

[Botany Rabbit]

Cameron Murray is definitely one of the most important players for South Sydney, but missing him is not an excuse to concede 56 points. No one else was missing from that Rd 11 team.

Defence is different now. They've transitioned from the classic Bennett contain back then, to now emulating the ferocious line speed exhibited by both Melbourne and Penrith. If you've got a physically-prepared squad, particularly middles with big engines, you will succeed. This is why Nicholls has been so good for the Rabbits since the last match vs Penrith, and starting/playing bigger minutes.

we had 1 player coming back from suspension, 4 players back from injury and Cody played 4 weeks at fullback. Total different side this time.

 

[The_Frog]

Your right,state of origin and Australian rep vs clubman,fair tradeoff,lol

He's our fullback. We need him. Cam Murray is a damn fine player but I doubt very much the difference is 56-12.

 

[southsport]

He's our fullback. We need him. Cam Murray is a damn fine player but I doubt very much the difference is 56-12.

I'm expecting a different Rabbitohs team to turn up tonight.
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[The_Frog]

I'm expecting a different Rabbitohs team to turn up tonight.
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Me too. I think we've got our work cut out in this one. We're not quite ready.

 

[southsport]

Me too. I think we've got our work cut out in this one. We're not quite ready.

It will be an interesting encounter that's for sure.
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[Rabbits20]

Me too. I think we've got our work cut out in this one. We're not quite ready.

Don’t play underdogs mate you’re the favourites lol

 

[Rabbits20]

Junior starting Tom off the bench.

 

[Jim Rockford]

So good to see opposition fans (especially considering the magnitude of the match) who come in for a bit of banter but remain respectful. I tip my hat to the Panthers fans who have taken part in this thread and wish them all the best for the remainder of the season.

 

[Rabbits20]

Not long now 20mins til WE ALL GET ON OUR FEET!

 

[callmack1]

Let's go and get these Panthers!!!!!!

 

[southsport]

It's not like me but I am feeling quietly confident.
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[Rabbits20]

GGGAAAGGGAAAIIIII