Considering the Wests Tigers have had such a poor run in recent years, they currently hold a winning record in magic Round, having won three from five.
Benji Marshall’s troops have started to gather some momentum this season, giving the Wests diehards a long overdue optimism. Last week’s Golden Point win at home to the Sharks could be a season changer. The previous week’s loss at home to the Eels was a missed opportunity after beating the struggling Knights on the road. Adam Doueihi’s 88th-minute golden point penalty goal came after the Sharks had two dropped goal attempts themselves.
Terrell May’s 228 metres run and 42 tackles contribution along with Alex Sayfarth’s 46 tackles were the standouts.
The Dragons were dominated by the Roosters last week after winning their previous two, away to the Sea Eagles and at home to the Titans, but a return to the form against the Sea Eagles would probably get them in the winner’s circle.
Jack De Belin with a game high of 37 tackles and Tyrell Sloane’s two line breaks, brief highlights of a mediocre performance.
It’s not surprising the bookies consider this an arm wrestle.
Stafford To’a has a minor neck injury, so won’t run out for Wests, Charlie Staines will make his 2025 debut on the wing, and Brent Naden moves to centre from the wing.
For St George Corey Allan will make his club debut, Hamish Stewart and Lyhkan King-Togia come back into the starting 13.
Should be a cracker!
As well as the Steeden activation handing out brand new size 3 footies in exchange for any old sports ball (basketball, netball, AFL, NRL, football – any ball), other activations at Suncorp include:
The Harvey Norman Hub
The Westpac Catch & Keep
Red Bull and Levels present
Youi Fan Cam & Sign Station
The Chemist Warehouse – Fan Run On and Tackle Course
The Telstra Trophy Zone
The Hisense Commentary Box
See more about the activations half way down this page.
If you can’t get to Suncorp, the game will be broadcast live on Kayo and Foxtel. Kick off is on Saturday, 3 May, at 7:45 p.m.
