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Devils v Dictators — Pre-Match
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ULTIMATE TEAM · Round 10
Devils v Dictators
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· Blake Park
· Fine
HOME · 7TH
Tauranga Devils
W
W
L
L
L
4W · 5L
VS
$1.72
$2.68
AWAY · 6TH
Pyongyang Dictators
4W · 5L
L
L
L
L
W
The Verdict
This favours Dictators slightly — the better scoring record makes the difference. But Devils at home is always dangerous.
Predicted Score
Devils
23
–
Dictators
24
Scouting Report
Devils
Devils don't have an obvious attacking tendency — they're comfortable playing multiple ways.
Analysis of recent games shows a preference for the left edge — something the opposition coaches will have noticed.
Their kicking game is built around distance — they want to pin you deep and force drop-outs.
Cause for concern: struggling to put points on the board.
1 player showing fatigue (fitness below 60) — could be rested or underperform.
Playing at home — should feed off the crowd.
Dictators
Dictators are a well-rounded side who change their attack based on the opposition.
A measured kicking game — they pick their moments rather than relying on one style.
Edge over the opponent: outscoring opponents comfortably.
3 players showing fatigue (fitness below 60) — could be rested or underperform.
Tactical Battle
Both sides are tactically flexible — don't expect a clear attacking pattern from either side. The team that adapts best on the night wins.
Ricky Stuart (Halfback) has been one of the form players of the comp. But Stacey Jones (Halfback) won't be far behind. This head-to-head will be fascinating.
Where to Target
The Five-eighth role is where Devils look most vulnerable. Dictators will have done their homework.
On paper, Dictators' Prop stocks are the weakest link. That's where the damage could be done.
Scoring
The boot has been a weapon for Devils this season — 90% conversion rate.
Momentum
Dictators desperately need a win to stop the rot. Expect them to come out fired up.
Key Players
Michael Witt
Five-eighth
Wade McKinnon
Fullback
Sean O'Sullivan
Halfback
Stacey Jones
Halfback
Taine Tuaupiki
Fullback
Jacob Lillyman
Prop
Chemistry
Devils
91%
Dictators
107%
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Head to Head
Dictators lead the season series 1-0. They've already proven they can beat Devils this year.
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