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Kaiviti v Salamanders — Pre-Match
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ULTIMATE TEAM · Round 16
Kaiviti v Salamanders
Pre-Match Preview
· National Stadium, Suva
· Cloudy
AWAY · 2ND
Tohoku Salamanders
The Verdict
Too close to call. The team that makes fewer errors in the first 20 minutes will set the tone.
Kaiviti
Kaiviti prefer a run-heavy approach — they back their ball-carriers to make metres and build pressure.
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.
3 players unavailable (2 injured, 1 suspended). Significant depth issues.
Playing at home — should feed off the crowd.
Salamanders
Salamanders keep opponents guessing with a varied approach. There's no single way to shut them down.
They love the long ball — expect contestable kicks and aerial battles.
Cause for concern: set completion has been worse than average.
1 player unavailable (1 injured, 0 suspended). Manageable.
Kaiviti tend towards a running approach while Salamanders favour balanced. The contrast in styles should create an intriguing contest.
Watch Brent Webb and James Maloney — the two most dangerous players on the park. If either gets an early touch, the game opens up.
Salamanders should look to exploit Kaiviti's Halfback position — it's a clear soft spot in the lineup.
Huge blow for Kaiviti — Shaun Johnson (Halfback) won't be out there. That's a massive hole to fill.
The Halfback role is where Salamanders look most vulnerable. Kaiviti will have done their homework.
Salamanders' goal kicker is in outstanding form (80%). That 2-point difference adds up over 80 minutes.
Kaiviti lead the season series 2-0 from 2 meetings. They'll be confident of maintaining that record at home.
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The Dealmaker
Salamanders