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Kaiviti v Devils — Pre-Match
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ULTIMATE TEAM · Round 18
Kaiviti v Devils
Pre-Match Preview
· National Stadium, Suva
· Cloudy
HOME · 1ST
Fiji Kaiviti
W
W
W
W
L
7W · 2L
VS
$1.79
$2.55
AWAY · 7TH
Tauranga Devils
4W · 5L
W
W
L
L
L
The Verdict
Hard to see past Kaiviti. They hold the advantage with home advantage, the better scoring record.
Predicted Score
Kaiviti
27
–
Devils
19
Scouting Report
Kaiviti
Kaiviti prefer a run-heavy approach — they back their ball-carriers to make metres and build pressure.
They love the long ball — expect contestable kicks and aerial battles.
Edge over the opponent: completing their sets at a higher rate; keeping their error count low; outscoring opponents comfortably.
3 players unavailable (2 injured, 1 suspended). Significant depth issues.
Playing at home — should feed off the crowd.
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.
Their kicking game is built around distance — they want to pin you deep and force drop-outs.
Cause for concern: set completion has been worse than average; giving away too many cheap turnovers; struggling to put points on the board.
1 player showing fatigue (fitness below 60) — could be rested or underperform.
Tactical Battle
Kaiviti tend towards a running approach while Devils favour balanced. The contrast in styles should create an intriguing contest.
All eyes on Brent Webb (Fullback) vs Ricky Stuart (Halfback). Both have been outstanding this season and when these two are firing, it's box office.
Where to Target
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.
Devils' Five-eighth depth has been a concern all season. Expect Kaiviti to target that channel.
Scoring
The boot has been a weapon for Devils this season — 90% conversion rate.
Key Players
Shaun Johnson
Halfback
Brent Webb
Fullback
Micheal Luck
Lock
Michael Witt
Five-eighth
Wade McKinnon
Fullback
Sean O'Sullivan
Halfback
Chemistry
Kaiviti
58%
Devils
94%
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Devils: Full squad available
Head to Head
Kaiviti lead the season series 1-0 from 1 meeting. They'll be confident of maintaining that record at home.
Coaches
The Dealmaker
Kaiviti
v
The Tactician
Devils