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Hammerheads v Tortoises — Pre-Match
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ULTIMATE TEAM · Round 14
Hammerheads v Tortoises
Pre-Match Preview
· Aloha Stadium
· Fine
HOME · 3RD
Hawaii Hammerheads
W
W
W
W
L
5W · 4L
VS
$1.72
$2.70
AWAY · 5TH
Taranaki Tortoises
4W · 5L
W
L
L
L
W
The Verdict
Lean towards Hammerheads — home advantage, the better scoring record tips the balance, though Tortoises have shown they can cause upsets.
Predicted Score
Hammerheads
24
–
Tortoises
20
Scouting Report
Hammerheads
Hammerheads are a well-rounded side who change their attack based on the opposition.
High kicks and bombs have been their go-to. The back three will earn their money.
Statistically similar to their opponent — nothing separating these two on paper.
1 player unavailable (1 injured, 0 suspended). Manageable.
Playing at home — should feed off the crowd.
Tortoises
Tortoises haven't committed to one attacking style — they adapt week to week.
Their boot work has been tactical and varied. No single pattern to predict.
Statistically similar to their opponent — nothing separating these two on paper.
1 player unavailable (1 injured, 0 suspended). Manageable.
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.
Watch Lance Hohaia and Francis Meli — the two most dangerous players on the park. If either gets an early touch, the game opens up.
Where to Target
Hammerheads' Prop depth has been a concern all season. Expect Tortoises to target that channel.
Tortoises' Prop depth has been a concern all season. Expect Hammerheads to target that channel.
Without Ivan Cleary, Tortoises lose their most dangerous weapon at Fullback. Someone has to step up.
Scoring
The boot has been a weapon for Hammerheads this season — 88% conversion rate.
Momentum
Hammerheads are flying — winning by an average of 18.7 points recently. Confidence will be sky-high.
Key Players
Lance Hohaia
Fullback
Greg Alexander
Halfback
Adam Blair
Lock
Ivan Cleary
Fullback
Francis Meli
Wing
Jason Death
Hooker
Chemistry
Hammerheads
124%
Tortoises
73%
Unavailable
Head to Head
Hammerheads lead the season series 1-0 from 1 meeting. They'll be confident of maintaining that record at home.
Coaches
The Showman
Hammerheads
v
The Gambler
Tortoises