Round 5 Vs Eels

[GongPanther]

Same team with Cleary & Edwards the obvious inclusions. No word on Nadan at all.No sign of him injured or dropped.

 

[kinghippo]

Reckon Billy Burns is a strong candidate to play centre. He’s faster than a typical backrower, and he seems to run good lines.

He could either replace Whare, or if we were really bold Crichton could move to FB and Burns replaces him in the centres.

Would also open up a bench spot for Mansour to play impact minutes as a backrower.

I hope he gets a chance at it, swap to’o and mansour and if Naden gets fit possibly take Mansours spot.
One thing that I think needs to happen is rotating some players onto the team for game time and fitness.
With no reserve grade, players like lenui and Hethrington who could be needed should get some time under their belt.
giving Burns a chance in the centres gives us another option if we need it.

 

[The_Frog]

Reckon Billy Burns is a strong candidate to play centre. He’s faster than a typical backrower, and he seems to run good lines.

He could either replace Whare, or if we were really bold Crichton could move to FB and Burns replaces him in the centres.

Would also open up a bench spot for Mansour to play impact minutes as a backrower.

You pick your side and who does what in October-November, not June when unbeaten and facing another unbeaten side.

 

[WestyLife]

https://www.foxsports.com.au/nrl/nr...5/news-story/ad4787ee586466d4285d4f3913cec38f

I don't know how high/low people value Gus's opinion but he thinks Burton is the best of the halves at Penrith.

 

[Westernised Panther]

He gained 200m last week.. That is him done for the year

Plus......

Despite his metres, Arthur still tore him a new one:

https://www.google.com.au/amp/s/www...sial-win-over-manly/qx3tt6klfkgu1j5oaug2ga7hr


NRL 2020: Brad Arthur calls out Parramatta prop Reagan Campbell-Gillard after controversial win over Manly
WRITTEN BYSTEVE ORME
@SteveOSportal

LEAGUE
PARRAMATTA EELS V MANLY-WARRINGAH SEA EAGLES
MANLY-WARRINGAH SEA EAGLES
PARRAMATTA EELS
LEAGUE



They held on for a 19-16 victory over old rivals Manly to start the NRL season 4-0 for the first time in 31 years – but Parramatta coach Brad Arthur named and shamed prop Reagan Campbell-Gillard after the win.

The former Penrith player ran for a tick over 200m – more than any other forward on the night – in a physical encounter at Bankwest Stadium.

It was impressive haul from the Eels’ off-season recruit who outpointed starting Sea Eagles props Addin-Fonua Blake and Martin Tapau.

But when asked at his post-match press conference about Campbell-Gillard’s impressive stats, Arthur whacked the 27-year-old over untimely errors that could have cost the Eels.

“Oh look I thought he was good, Reg, but there’s a couple of errors in there that I’m not happy about and he’s disappointed in,” Arthur said.


“So yeah, it’s nice that he got those run metres for us and he’s carrying the ball hard and he’s aggressive in defence but we can’t be putting up with errors on six-to-go on two occasions

 

[mxlegend99]

He's as good as a defensive centre as there is in rugby league and some tackle defensive percentage nonsense doesn't mean shit.

He WAS. A few years ago. He isn't anymore.

You're right. His missed tackles mean nothing because once every few games he puts on a big hit. Much better than a guy making more of his tackles and offering something in attack.

 

[Westernised Panther]

https://www.foxsports.com.au/nrl/nr...5/news-story/ad4787ee586466d4285d4f3913cec38f

I don't know how high/low people value Gus's opinion but he thinks Burton is the best of the halves at Penrith.

I don’t mind Gus’ comments on this. As he said, each player offers something very special. I’d love to see all three in Penrith colours for a very long time.

That being said, on form, Burton at 6, Cleary at 7, and Luai at 14 should be go moving forward. Very hard to leave one of these guys out, based on this year’s form so far.

 

[WestyLife]

I don’t mind Gus’ comments on this. As he said, each player offers something very special. I’d love to see all three in Penrith colours for a very long time.

That being said, on form, Burton at 6, Cleary at 7, and Luai at 14 should be go moving forward. Very hard to leave one of these guys out, based on this year’s form so far.

Yeah that's how I see it. They actually compliment well as a trio. Shame Luai couldn't play fullback permenantly and use all their skills at once.

 

[betcats]

I am expecting 7. Nathan 6. Luai to be named today but I agree with what Gus has said, Burton will be starting for someone soon enough

 

[franklin2323]

https://www.foxsports.com.au/nrl/nr...5/news-story/ad4787ee586466d4285d4f3913cec38f

I don't know how high/low people value Gus's opinion but he thinks Burton is the best of the halves at Penrith.

I agree but begs the question why did Gus give Luai a 4 year deal knowing Burton was coming through

 

[franklin2323]

Yeah that's how I see it. They actually compliment well as a trio. Shame Luai couldn't play fullback permenantly and use all their skills at once.

That would be what I would do. Need extra ball players

 

[Buzzard Breath]

Panthers coach Ivan Cleary has named his side to face Parramatta Eels in the Battle of the West at Bankwest Stadium on Friday.

Nathan Cleary returns from suspension to join Jarome Luai in the halves, with Matt Burton dropping back to the bench.

James Tamou is set to make his 250th NRL appearance while Dylan Edwards, who has been sidelined with a hamstring injury, is some chance of taking the field after being named in the reserves.

The Panthers will wear the black 2020 Home Jersey.

1. Caleb AEKINS - sponsored by CC Tyres Penrith
2. Josh MANSOUR - sponsored by MKJ Projects
3. Dean WHARE - sponsored by Potter Automotive
4. Stephen CRICHTON - sponsored by Penrith Toyota
5. Brian TO'O - sponsored by Soneta Plumbing
6. Jarome LUAI - sponsored by Hertz
7. Nathan CLEARY - sponsored by Chemtools
8. James TAMOU (c) - sponsored by Protech Locksmiths
9. Api KOROISAU - sponsored by Cetnaj Wetherill Park
10. James FISHER-HARRIS - sponsored by Chardon & Abbott Home Loans
11. Viliame KIKAU - sponsored by Hix Group
12. Kurt CAPEWELL - sponsored by AMA Event Management
13. Isaah YEO - sponsored by Casella Express

14. Matt BURTON - sponsored by Signace
15. Zane TETEVANO - sponsored by Wisdom Denture and Dental Clinic
16. Moses LEOTA - sponsored by Fornari's Interior Linings
17. Liam MARTIN - sponsored by Wright Way Plumbing & Civil
18. Mitch KENNY - sponsored by Stylus Blinds
19. Billy BURNS - sponsored by Southlands Estate Agents
20. Jack HETHERINGTON - sponsored by OAK Plus
21. Dylan EDWARDS - sponsored by Brightside Music

 

[franklin2323]

Plus......

Despite his metres, Arthur still tore him a new one:

https://www.google.com.au/amp/s/www...sial-win-over-manly/qx3tt6klfkgu1j5oaug2ga7hr


NRL 2020: Brad Arthur calls out Parramatta prop Reagan Campbell-Gillard after controversial win over Manly
WRITTEN BYSTEVE ORME
@SteveOSportal

LEAGUE
PARRAMATTA EELS V MANLY-WARRINGAH SEA EAGLES
MANLY-WARRINGAH SEA EAGLES
PARRAMATTA EELS
LEAGUE



They held on for a 19-16 victory over old rivals Manly to start the NRL season 4-0 for the first time in 31 years – but Parramatta coach Brad Arthur named and shamed prop Reagan Campbell-Gillard after the win.

The former Penrith player ran for a tick over 200m – more than any other forward on the night – in a physical encounter at Bankwest Stadium.

It was impressive haul from the Eels’ off-season recruit who outpointed starting Sea Eagles props Addin-Fonua Blake and Martin Tapau.

But when asked at his post-match press conference about Campbell-Gillard’s impressive stats, Arthur whacked the 27-year-old over untimely errors that could have cost the Eels.

“Oh look I thought he was good, Reg, but there’s a couple of errors in there that I’m not happy about and he’s disappointed in,” Arthur said.


“So yeah, it’s nice that he got those run metres for us and he’s carrying the ball hard and he’s aggressive in defence but we can’t be putting up with errors on six-to-go on two occasions

That is RCG summed up right there. Did similar in the Sharks semi a few years ago

 

[herbert henry1908]

You pick your side and who does what in October-November, not June when unbeaten and facing another unbeaten side.

I’ve never agreed with the idea you don’t change a winning team, should be constantly trying to improve. Of course I wouldn’t make huge changes to a winning team, but I think you can tinker to improve it.

 

[Westernised Panther]

Ummmm.........who’s grass has Naden been cutting?!?

 

[betcats]

Naden right out of the equation now

 

[herbert henry1908]

I agree but begs the question why did Gus give Luai a 4 year deal knowing Burton was coming through

Luai never had a 4 year deal. He signed a 2 year extension, 1 year into a existing 2 year deal.

So he’s only got 1 more year after this season, given Burton is pretty young there isn’t much overlap there. Gus may not have been expecting Burton to debut until late this year or next.

 

[roofromoz]

6. Luai
14. Burton

All righty then.

 

[herbert henry1908]

Naden right out of the equation now

Weird. Would love to know what’s going on.

10 tries in 14 games and he can’t make the team?!

 

[WestyLife]

Naden right out of the equation now

Yeah this is weird.