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Tortoises v Kaiviti — Pre-Match
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ULTIMATE TEAM · Round 12
Tortoises v Kaiviti
Pre-Match Preview
· Stadium Taranaki
· Fine
HOME · 5TH
Taranaki Tortoises
W
L
L
L
W
4W · 5L
VS
$2.55
$1.79
AWAY · 1ST
Fiji Kaiviti
7W · 2L
W
W
W
W
L
The Verdict
This favours Kaiviti slightly — the better scoring record makes the difference. But Tortoises at home is always dangerous.
Predicted Score
Tortoises
21
–
Kaiviti
22
Scouting Report
Tortoises
Tortoises don't have an obvious attacking tendency — they're comfortable playing multiple ways.
Their boot work has been tactical and varied. No single pattern to predict.
Cause for concern: set completion has been worse than average; giving away too many cheap turnovers.
1 player unavailable (1 injured, 0 suspended). Manageable.
Playing at home — should feed off the crowd.
Kaiviti
Kaiviti lean towards a running game, tiring the defence with repeated hit-ups before striking.
High kicks and bombs have been their go-to. The back three will earn their money.
Edge over the opponent: completing their sets at a higher rate; keeping their error count low.
3 players unavailable (2 injured, 1 suspended). Significant depth issues.
Tactical Battle
Tortoises tend towards a balanced approach while Kaiviti favour running. The contrast in styles should create an intriguing contest.
All eyes on Francis Meli (Wing) vs Brent Webb (Fullback). Both have been outstanding this season and when these two are firing, it's box office.
Where to Target
On paper, Tortoises' Prop stocks are the weakest link. That's where the damage could be done.
Without Ivan Cleary, Tortoises lose their most dangerous weapon at Fullback. Someone has to step up.
On paper, Kaiviti's Halfback stocks are the weakest link. That's where the damage could be done.
Kaiviti will be without key man Shaun Johnson (Halfback). He's been one of the comp's best this season — his absence changes the dynamic.
Key Players
Ivan Cleary
Fullback
Francis Meli
Wing
Jason Death
Hooker
Shaun Johnson
Halfback
Brent Webb
Fullback
Micheal Luck
Lock
Chemistry
Tortoises
73%
Kaiviti
58%
Unavailable
Head to Head
Tortoises lead the season series 1-0 from 1 meeting. They'll be confident of maintaining that record at home.
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