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The series is already over but State of Origin approaches its official zenith ahead of Game 3 as The Tip Sheet cheers on the three Parramatta superstars who will give their all to prevent the sweep. Sixties, Forty20 and Clint talk Origin, Eels, short drop outs and plenty more in a sprawling edition of the show.
On the Parramatta front the final takes from the loss to the Warriors are laid out. The NRLW has appointed co-captains in Kennedy Cherrington and Rachael Pearson while Team List Tuesday sees the Eels rolling out a formidable line-up.
Can the Blues prevent the sweep? The boys argue about who will win on Wednesday night as Billy Slater looks to put the cap on an impressive Origin series. Data on the success of short drops outs has come out which leads to a fun discussion on the meta impact short drop outs have had on the game as well as the game theory behind why you should always attempt them.
There is more cap controversy in the NRL after the Bulldogs allegedly offered Gold Coast star Tino Fa’asuamaleaui shares in a pub as part of a contract offer. The panel are unified in their disagreement with the principle but there are voices in the media that like the idea. Forty20 and Clint point to the slippery slope this can lead to and how it ultimately only benefits a select handful of clubs.
Your comments on Dan Keir being unlucky was spot on, when the intercept was taken by the Warriors, Waqa didn’t look interested in chasing, Hayze didn’t have any speed although tried, but Keir outpaced them both coming from the other side of the field. He certainly puts in every game even when played out of position.
Few games left for players to stand up and make a case for 2024, the younger players are snapping at their heels for an opportunity to move up.
Derek, I’m expecting a much younger Cup team next season.
It is obvious that the NRL has no idea if clubs are actually compliant with the cap. I detest Rothfield but he’s finally done something useful and showed up Gus.
As for Vegas, it is a ridiculous idea. It is purely about gambling revenue and not a serious idea to grow rugby league in a healthy way. I’m glad Parra is not involved.
Cattledog! RCG first try scorer.
The Storm situation with Munster seems just as bad. It seems the Journos were all aware of the deal done by Tripp.
However this is the first I have heard that Munster was given shares in Betr which Tripp founded. He is the largest shareholder (50%) along with the DT.
I did enjoy the win last night. Mitch was good. He did not have the control he has at the Eels. RCG let nobody down. Gutho only got on for the last 3 minutes
There were some really good contributions from Moses. His defence was strong with traffic directed at him Fifita and Tino no less. In the second half Tino made a bee line to him but never defeated him, other than a couple of second grabs. He was obviously instructed to run, more regularly than selectively, I’d say to give the Qld line speed another thing to think about. He gave Walker every chance to operate. there was no Corey Norman blues.
I thought it was another example of Moses maturing game.
This is the concern with deals not being transparent. The statement by Riccio should concern all of us
Shaun, it is indeed a gambling expedition. And I’m very pleased that the Eels aren’t jumping into being an one of the first teams. Let them iron out the bugs first.
The same media hacks that are crying out “what about the fans?” with regards to the industrial action the player’s union has taken are the same plonkers who want games taken to Las Vegas. What about the fans in that instance? The NRL media are now finding out they have to actually work for their pay rather than riding the coattails of the players they constantly scrutinise and they don’t like it.
Well noted Ham. Funny about those double standards!