Round 25 may appear to be cut and dry but there is still some intrigue for the final round.
Kick-Off
The Eels v Storm kick-off the round to determine who makes the all-important Top 4.
But this could all be gazumped if the Roosters beat the Rabbitohs the very next day.
We also have the battle between who will finish second and host a home final.
The Sharks are away against the Knights while the Cowboys are at home against the Panthers reserve grade team.
Yes, Penrith are resting almost the entire squad. Keep this in mind when making your selections. How many other teams will follow suit?
Welcome Home
Alliance Stadium has been rebuilt and will host the NRLW Roosters v Dragons before the main event of Roosters and Rabbitohs on Friday.
The stadium looks amazing and I envy any Tipster who makes it out to the sell-out opening. For the first time in a long time, I am looking forward to watch the ANZAC game live between the Roosters and Dragons next season.
If any Tipsters are at the opening, please send through some pics for us to share.
Broncos Have Bolted
I am absolutely flabbergasted with what has happened at the Broncos. Yes, they have in theory improved over the last couple seasons, but they have failed their supporters, coach and themselves.
The Broncs were all set to play finals footy a month ago but one win in their last five matches, and, letting in 100+ points in the last two games have seen them go from life support to flat liners.
All the early talk this season was about Adam Reynolds. How much he changed the Broncos and how poor the Rabbitohs were going.
Well, guess what? Souths are premiership contenders and the Broncos are planning their Mad Monday.
Before Reynolds landed at the Broncos, Coach Kevvie continually chopped and changed his halves pairings. With one game to go, and looking for several miracles, Coach Walters has dropped Ezra Mam for Tyson Gamble.
I can’t see the miracle here.
I admit the presence of Adam Reynolds and Kurt Capewell has transformed this side.
But, the reality is in the last month.
Normally, I stand up for the coach over the players, however… Kevvie was an Origin coach for three games per year. And, not a very successful one at that.
There is something amiss here and I am pointing it squarely at the coaching staff.
Praying For Miracles
There are three key games that will determine the Top 8 and who walks away with the Wooden Spoon.
It all starts Saturday.
Wests Tigers fans will be hoping the Warriors can put on 40+ against the Titans.
The Broncos will want to do likewise against the Dragons at Kogarah.
It then comes down to the final match of the season. Raiders v Wests Tigers. Both teams will know what they need to do.
It’s the final round. Dare to be different!
Good luck with your tipping and your team.
-Rob
