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Devils v Knights — Pre-Match
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ULTIMATE TEAM · Round 16
Devils v Knights
Pre-Match Preview
· Blake Park
· Light rain
HOME · 7TH
Tauranga Devils
AWAY · 8TH
Las Vegas Knights
The Verdict
Hard to see past Devils. They hold the advantage with a healthier squad, home advantage.
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.
They love the long ball — expect contestable kicks and aerial battles.
Edge over the opponent: outscoring opponents comfortably.
1 player showing fatigue (fitness below 60) — could be rested or underperform.
Playing at home — should feed off the crowd.
Knights
Knights don't have an obvious attacking tendency — they're comfortable playing multiple ways.
A measured kicking game — they pick their moments rather than relying on one style.
Cause for concern: struggling to put points on the board.
1 player unavailable (1 injured, 0 suspended). Manageable.
3 players showing fatigue (fitness below 60) — could be rested or underperform.
Both sides are tactically flexible — don't expect a clear attacking pattern from either side. The team that adapts best on the night wins.
The marquee matchup: Ricky Stuart at Halfback against Matthew Ridge at Fullback. Whoever dominates their position could decide the contest.
Devils' Five-eighth depth has been a concern all season. Expect Knights to target that channel.
The Prop role is where Knights look most vulnerable. Devils will have done their homework.
Devils' goal kicker is in outstanding form (90%). That 2-point difference adds up over 80 minutes.
Knights desperately need a win to stop the rot. Expect them to come out fired up.
Devils: Full squad available
Konrad Hurrell
minor
Devils lead the season series 2-0 from 2 meetings. They'll be confident of maintaining that record at home.