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Devils v Hawks — Pre-Match
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ULTIMATE TEAM · Round 14
Devils v Hawks
Pre-Match Preview
· Blake Park
· Light rain
HOME · 7TH
Tauranga Devils
W
W
L
L
L
4W · 5L
VS
$1.81
$2.50
AWAY · 4TH
Chatham Island Hawks
5W · 4L
L
L
W
W
W
The Verdict
Hawks have a slight edge with the better scoring record, but never underestimate the home crowd.
Predicted Score
Devils
23
–
Hawks
24
Scouting Report
Devils
Devils haven't committed to one attacking style — they adapt week to week.
Analysis of recent games shows a preference for the left edge — something the opposition coaches will have noticed.
High kicks and bombs have been their go-to. The back three will earn their money.
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.
Hawks
Hawks keep opponents guessing with a varied approach. There's no single way to shut them down.
A measured kicking game — they pick their moments rather than relying on one style.
Edge over the opponent: outscoring opponents comfortably.
1 player unavailable (1 injured, 0 suspended). Manageable.
Tactical Battle
Neither side has an obvious style to exploit. This will come down to execution on the day rather than tactics.
The marquee matchup: Ricky Stuart at Halfback against Mason Lino at Halfback. Whoever dominates their position could decide the contest.
Where to Target
On paper, Devils' Five-eighth stocks are the weakest link. That's where the damage could be done.
On paper, Hawks' Wing stocks are the weakest link. That's where the damage could be done.
Scoring
Devils convert at 90% — every try is almost guaranteed extra points. Clinical.
Hawks convert at 83% — every try is almost guaranteed extra points. Clinical.
Key Players
Michael Witt
Five-eighth
Wade McKinnon
Fullback
Sean O'Sullivan
Halfback
Blake Green
Halfback
Thomas Leuluai
Five-eighth
Tony Tatupu
Second-row
Chemistry
Devils
94%
Hawks
50%
Unavailable
Devils: Full squad available
Head to Head
Hawks lead the season series 1-0. They've already proven they can beat Devils this year.
Coaches
The Tactician
Devils
v
The Showman
Hawks