Roosters’ stand in skipper Jared Waerea-Hargreaves couldn’t resist a cheeky dig at new halfback Sandon Smith as he gave him massive praise for leading his side to victory over the Knights. Smith ran for 22 metres to go with three tackle busts, a linebreak, a try assist and 18 tackles against the Knights and stepped … [Read more…]
The out-of-form Roosters face a big test as they travel up the M1 to take on a spirited Knights outfit. The Roosters desperately need to find their mojo before it’s too late, but will have to soldier on without skipper James Tedesco and workhorse prop Lindsay Collins — both on Origin duties. MATCH CENTRE: Knights … [Read more…]
Greg Alexander has branded criticism of James Tedesco “ridiculous” as NSW continues to sort through the wreckage of Origin I. NRL 360: The NRL 360 hosts discuss James Tedesco’s performance during Origin Game 1 and if position could possibly be in jeopardy. Tedesco was typically tireless at the back for the Blues in defeat, running … [Read more…]
Clubs have taken different approaches with their State of Origin stars, but most will back up and play this weekend. The Dragons are resting Jack Bird but halfback Ben Hunt will face the Panthers three days after running out for the Maroons. Roosters coach Trent Robinson has made several changes as he desperately tries to … [Read more…]
The Panthers are facing a selection headache with Ivan Cleary forced to pick between three impressive backrowers. The Roosters are dealing with an injury crisis in the halves with both Joey Manu and Sam Walker sidelined. Anthony Griffin is set to make a tough decision after benching Jayden Sullivan and failing to put him back … [Read more…]
The alarm bells are ringing for the Roosters after a 48-4 defeat at the hands of the Panthers on Friday night, with the play of captain James Tedesco coming under question. Arguably possessing one of the best rosters in the competition, the Tricolours have lost four of their past six games, averaging a meagre 11.66 … [Read more…]