Team List [2023, Finals Week 1] - Penrith Vs Warriors

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rugged #3435 kicked off the discussion by analyzing the 2018 Warriors versus Panthers finals clash, noting the impact of 40/20 kicks and DWZ's dominant performance for Penrith. The conversation quickly evolved into a comprehensive analysis of the upcoming finals matchup between the Warriors and Panthers. Playdaball #3154 shared rumors about SJ potentially being unavailable, sparking immediate debate among forum members about the halfback situation.

Aman 2.Aman 2.0 #3326 expressed frustration with referee Adam Gee's assignment to the game, arguing that the NRL favors a Broncos-Panthers finals scenario. The discussion revealed significant concern about the officiating crew, Bay39er #2851 confirming Gee as referee and Ashley Klein as Senior Review Official. Several members, sup42 #2855 shuffle #2857, predicted unfavorable officiating for the Warriors.

Team selection analysis dominated much of the discussion, particularly around Jazz Tevaga's inclusion over Bunty Afoa. Makasene #2974 questioned the bench composition, preferring more leg-drive impact from forwards. However, sup42 #2893 supported Jazz's selection, emphasizing his defensive capabilities and the psychological advantage of having the Walker twins together. MrFrankWhite #2975 interpreted the selection as Webby choosing the most mobile, up-tempo team possible to maintain high intensity for 80 minutes.

Strategic discussions emerged around how to defeat the Panthers, with multiple references to Parramatta's successful approach. sup42 #2945 highlighted Frank White's observation about the Eels surrendering in tackles to avoid Penrith's defensive advantages. The conversation also focused on the importance of limiting unforced errors and maintaining defensive pressure. Several members noted the Warriors' statistical advantages in certain areas, particularly in the forward pack matchups, while acknowledging Penrith's superiority in the centers.

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I would’ve picked the same team, but bunty over siro Personally. Just concerned with the size of our reserves, with jazz & walker both small middles & Curran an edge, siro utility. I also prefer Barnett off the bench. I also believe that walker can cover 9 if need be, Curran can move to centre, so no need to carry sironen. Just my 2c. However, it is the first time all year we’ve had everyone first grade worthy available & this is the side they’ve gone with. Fast, mobile & physical. Just hope when afb comes off, they can keep momentum up against Leniu & smith. Only reason I’m concerned is this is going to be a battle through the middle. Can AFB, tohu & Barnett stifle their attack long enough is the question. Panthers will keep coming and coming. I’m optimistic though, afb plays big mins but this is going to be ferocious, going toe to toe with Leota & JFH.
 
Wow go Jazz.

Happy to see him there, Walker is far more impactful with his twin playing.

That is the best defensive line up we could have named and the defence is the key for us in this one.

Hopefully the flogging at training that the guys have been getting overcomes the rests and the injury returning players lack of fitness.

I imagine we would have been doing a lot of opposed sessions this week.

Hope we get through this one without losing anyone.

Jazz is the big talking point, but if they use him right he certainly will get a good blow out for game two.
 
I hope Jazz is up for this and doesn't overplay the niggly shit.

I was hoping for Bunty starting and Barnett on the bench instead of Jazz but that's my only real thoughts on the side named. It's about as strong of a team as we can name and if we can absorb the early pressure, get at least a fair share of possession and hopefully finish over the top of them late.
 
Panthers to win 36-12 their just way to good and being finals now at home with a packed out crowd, I fear for us in this game could potentially make or break us for week 2 of finals hopefully not but anyway would be a great season none the less. ready for next year and hopefully a handful of great seasons ahead
 
Penrith do not have a big forward pack.
JFH and Leota not big props. Martin and Sorenson barely average size for 2nd row and Yeo decent enough for 13.
 
Warriorsfan92 said:
I would’ve picked the same team, but bunty over siro Personally. Just concerned with the size of our reserves, with jazz & walker both small middles & Curran an edge, siro utility. I also prefer Barnett off the bench. I also believe that walker can cover 9 if need be, Curran can move to centre, so no need to carry sironen. Just my 2c. However, it is the first time all year we’ve had everyone first grade worthy available & this is the side they’ve gone with. Fast, mobile & physical. Just hope when afb comes off, they can keep momentum up against Leniu & smith. Only reason I’m concerned is this is going to be a battle through the middle. Can AFB, tohu & Barnett stifle their attack long enough is the question. Panthers will keep coming and coming. I’m optimistic though, afb plays big mins but this is going to be ferocious, going toe to toe with Leota & JFH.
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I was Team Bunty when he was out of first grade for a few weeks, but he didn't really make the impact I'd hoped when he got back in the top side, so I'm fine with Barny starting and Jazz on the bench, they both offer a lot more when they're mistake-free, and they'll need to be.
 
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