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They were evenly matched through the middle, but WSM had far too much class out wide. Balmain’s right edge looked like they’d only just met this morning.

22–8 to the Eels. Tough loss too many blown chances, poor execution, and some very questionable calls from the ref.

10-8 Eels. Goal kicking an issue again

They’ve bombed a few opportunities but the one on half time was a howler

Ocean Vaivela on the bench is a big boost. Good test against a strong Eels side

CC Roosters 34 def Balmain 16 The game was far closer than the scoreline suggests. Errors and poor discipline hurt the Tigers. They dropped the ball over the line twice in the first half and went to the break down 10–4, with a player in the bin. Tries either side of halftime made it harder, but...

Left centre was Lorima Seuseu. He was in our Balmain pathway a few years ago and went to Holy Cross College at the time. Talented kid.

Balmain 40 def CC Roosters 4 Outstanding defensive effort, and Isdale’s class really showed in attack. Kanaan was excellent at the back. I’ll wait until after the Round 3 clash with the Eels before I get to excited, but it’s a very promising start.

I’ve always been a fan of Isdale, so I’m glad to see him back in our system. That said, it was a bit of a surprise given he was still part of the Sharks squad only a few weeks ago. He definitely makes a big difference, although he’ll be playing behind a much smaller forward pack. I’m assuming...

Not sure Tyler Birnie is with the club anymore. I also think Kanaan will start at fullback. If they’re smart, they’d at least have Karnib on the wing, but who knows. Jerry Leau and Ocean Vaivela are the two to watch for mine. Ocean in particular stood out in last year’s Wests Tigers development...

It’ll be interesting to see which side gets named this afternoon. There was talk earlier of a few forwards coming down from QLD, but I’m not sure that’s still happening.

I’ve heard there may have been a falling out, though I’m not sure how accurate that is. From a WT perspective, it makes sense to bring him to Balmain to keep him within the WT system. What surprises me is that he’s only trialled in the centres and on the wing — if it were up to me, he’d be the...

I’d be concentrating on both Harold Matts teams and the WSM SG Ball side. Balmain look like they’re in for a long season in SG Ball, whereas their Harold Matts team is clearly their strength this year.

Balmain also missing their starting centre and fullback. Also missed 3 conversions and bombed a try over the line.

Scored with 2 mins left on the clock. Lawrence kicked it from the side line to put them in front.