Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion
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I see it as a combination of both, attack and defence are just as important. IMO we've been stifled with Twal at lock, it makes us very 1 dimensional. His meterage and attack are great but doesn't provide us with a point of difference in attack that the good sides have.
Schuster has a point of difference when at full flight, he also played SR in first grade for Manly as a 20yr old so I'm sure he's more then capable to hold his own. He's got a long way to go but it would be submissive to write him off just yet if his attitude and training are on point.
Was it only one? Sorry thought it was two. Still I’d take just one at this stage.
Tomatosoup912
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Could not agree more.
Only 21 years old and has played 20 first grade games while being asked to fill critical roles at fullback, half and lock (bit of bench hooker as well I think).
He has had some really poor moments, but he has also had some really encouraging ones. He has absolutely stood out in the handful of NSW cup games I have watched him play.
Not many 21 year olds with the diversity of experience and to my eye he continues to improve with each experience. I think 25+ year old Heath Mason is a very handy first grader and I think he isn’t the worst use of a bottom tier top 30 contract.
BlackWhiteGold
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With Leichhardt Oval out of action, Tigers in talks to take home game to New Zealand
SMH: Christian Nicolussi·3 min read·Oct 23, 2026As Leichhardt Oval undergoes a much-needed $40m revamp, the Wests Tigers are exploring the possibility of taking a home game to the deep south of New Zealand next year.
Sources with knowledge of the situation not authorised to speak publicly confirmed the Tigers have been deep in discussion with Dunedin officials about playing a “home game” at Forsyth Barr Stadium.
Benji Marshall is sure to prove popular in Dunedin.Jamie Brown/SMH
The sources confirmed the Tigers had originally been approached about playing a game in Christchurch, which would help promote the region and its push to be included as the NRL’s 20th team.
There was even talk about playing the game against the Warriors in the middle of June when Origin II takes over the Warriors’ Auckland backyard for the first time. The idea was for travelling Australian fans to spend a few extra days on local soil to take in a club game.
The Tigers fielded similar interest from stadium officials in Hamilton, then Wellington, before Dunedin put together a strong proposal in the last fortnight.
The club was not commenting when approached for comment, while representatives at Forsyth Barr Stadium did not return calls.
The sources confirmed the stadium was also in talks with two powerhouse out-of-Sydney NRL clubs playing a pre-season trial in late February.
A refurbished Leichhardt, which includes a new northern grandstand, and significant improvements to the main western grandstand, will be ready for the Tigers at the start of the 2028 season – but the club is now working through its potential venues for next year.
Campbelltown, the club’s other spiritual base in south-western Sydney, will host up to six games before it gets its own renovation in 2028.
Parramatta’s CommBank Stadium is expected to host as many four games, even though fans have shown a reluctance to embrace the home of their bitter western Sydney rivals Parramatta, while the Tigers enter the final year of taking a “home” game to Suncorp Stadium for Magic Round.
The Bulldogs played at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin in 2017.Teaukura Moetaua
They will be the away team when they meet Melbourne in Las Vegas.
Regional NSW, especially Mudgee, has been prepared to pay decent money for clubs to take NRL games to their towns, but the appetite from the other side of the Tasman is growing, especially with the interest in the Southern Orcas – not to mention the excitement and success of the Warriors.
The Tigers on Thursday confirmed gun back-rower Samuela Fainu had inked a two-year extension, tying him to the club until the end of 2029.
gallagher
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Farrk sake
Tom Shines
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The difference between the leagues now is immense…looking good in NSW Cup doesn’t mean he will have the goods in the NRL… had 20 games in the NRL now, that’s a reasonable sample size, and to be blunt …he lacks size, speed and is a poor defender ..are those things changing ?
If he wants to bet on himself still making it …fine ..do it from a development role
pawsandclaws1
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It is good for WTs that Dunedin, a rugby stronghold, is interested in moving our home game to that city. Obviously, there is support and interest in NZ and I believe it to be good for WTs to get out there and promote the club especially if we can influence recruitment from that district.With Leichhardt Oval out of action, Tigers in talks to take home game to New Zealand
SMH: Christian Nicolussi·3 min read·Oct 23, 2026
As Leichhardt Oval undergoes a much-needed $40m revamp, the Wests Tigers are exploring the possibility of taking a home game to the deep south of New Zealand next year.
Sources with knowledge of the situation not authorised to speak publicly confirmed the Tigers have been deep in discussion with Dunedin officials about playing a “home game” at Forsyth Barr Stadium.
Benji Marshall is sure to prove popular in Dunedin.Jamie Brown/SMH
The sources confirmed the Tigers had originally been approached about playing a game in Christchurch, which would help promote the region and its push to be included as the NRL’s 20th team.
There was even talk about playing the game against the Warriors in the middle of June when Origin II takes over the Warriors’ Auckland backyard for the first time. The idea was for travelling Australian fans to spend a few extra days on local soil to take in a club game.
The Tigers fielded similar interest from stadium officials in Hamilton, then Wellington, before Dunedin put together a strong proposal in the last fortnight.
The club was not commenting when approached for comment, while representatives at Forsyth Barr Stadium did not return calls.
The sources confirmed the stadium was also in talks with two powerhouse out-of-Sydney NRL clubs playing a pre-season trial in late February.
A refurbished Leichhardt, which includes a new northern grandstand, and significant improvements to the main western grandstand, will be ready for the Tigers at the start of the 2028 season – but the club is now working through its potential venues for next year.
Campbelltown, the club’s other spiritual base in south-western Sydney, will host up to six games before it gets its own renovation in 2028.
Parramatta’s CommBank Stadium is expected to host as many four games, even though fans have shown a reluctance to embrace the home of their bitter western Sydney rivals Parramatta, while the Tigers enter the final year of taking a “home” game to Suncorp Stadium for Magic Round.
The Bulldogs played at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin in 2017.Teaukura Moetaua
They will be the away team when they meet Melbourne in Las Vegas.
Regional NSW, especially Mudgee, has been prepared to pay decent money for clubs to take NRL games to their towns, but the appetite from the other side of the Tasman is growing, especially with the interest in the Southern Orcas – not to mention the excitement and success of the Warriors.
The Tigers on Thursday confirmed gun back-rower Samuela Fainu had inked a two-year extension, tying him to the club until the end of 2029.
weststigerman
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Can we prioritise winning and let the NRL worry about promoting the game?With Leichhardt Oval out of action, Tigers in talks to take home game to New Zealand
SMH: Christian Nicolussi·3 min read·Oct 23, 2026
As Leichhardt Oval undergoes a much-needed $40m revamp, the Wests Tigers are exploring the possibility of taking a home game to the deep south of New Zealand next year.
Sources with knowledge of the situation not authorised to speak publicly confirmed the Tigers have been deep in discussion with Dunedin officials about playing a “home game” at Forsyth Barr Stadium.
Benji Marshall is sure to prove popular in Dunedin.Jamie Brown/SMH
The sources confirmed the Tigers had originally been approached about playing a game in Christchurch, which would help promote the region and its push to be included as the NRL’s 20th team.
There was even talk about playing the game against the Warriors in the middle of June when Origin II takes over the Warriors’ Auckland backyard for the first time. The idea was for travelling Australian fans to spend a few extra days on local soil to take in a club game.
The Tigers fielded similar interest from stadium officials in Hamilton, then Wellington, before Dunedin put together a strong proposal in the last fortnight.
The club was not commenting when approached for comment, while representatives at Forsyth Barr Stadium did not return calls.
The sources confirmed the stadium was also in talks with two powerhouse out-of-Sydney NRL clubs playing a pre-season trial in late February.
A refurbished Leichhardt, which includes a new northern grandstand, and significant improvements to the main western grandstand, will be ready for the Tigers at the start of the 2028 season – but the club is now working through its potential venues for next year.
Campbelltown, the club’s other spiritual base in south-western Sydney, will host up to six games before it gets its own renovation in 2028.
Parramatta’s CommBank Stadium is expected to host as many four games, even though fans have shown a reluctance to embrace the home of their bitter western Sydney rivals Parramatta, while the Tigers enter the final year of taking a “home” game to Suncorp Stadium for Magic Round.
The Bulldogs played at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin in 2017.Teaukura Moetaua
They will be the away team when they meet Melbourne in Las Vegas.
Regional NSW, especially Mudgee, has been prepared to pay decent money for clubs to take NRL games to their towns, but the appetite from the other side of the Tasman is growing, especially with the interest in the Southern Orcas – not to mention the excitement and success of the Warriors.
The Tigers on Thursday confirmed gun back-rower Samuela Fainu had inked a two-year extension, tying him to the club until the end of 2029.
Sounds.like its the stadium (which ive never heard of) has more interest than the rugby city itself.
It looks like a giant greenhouse
wstigers11
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I think I saw somewhere Manly are doing the same thingWith Leichhardt Oval out of action, Tigers in talks to take home game to New Zealand
SMH: Christian Nicolussi·3 min read·Oct 23, 2026
As Leichhardt Oval undergoes a much-needed $40m revamp, the Wests Tigers are exploring the possibility of taking a home game to the deep south of New Zealand next year.
Sources with knowledge of the situation not authorised to speak publicly confirmed the Tigers have been deep in discussion with Dunedin officials about playing a “home game” at Forsyth Barr Stadium.
Benji Marshall is sure to prove popular in Dunedin.Jamie Brown/SMH
The sources confirmed the Tigers had originally been approached about playing a game in Christchurch, which would help promote the region and its push to be included as the NRL’s 20th team.
There was even talk about playing the game against the Warriors in the middle of June when Origin II takes over the Warriors’ Auckland backyard for the first time. The idea was for travelling Australian fans to spend a few extra days on local soil to take in a club game.
The Tigers fielded similar interest from stadium officials in Hamilton, then Wellington, before Dunedin put together a strong proposal in the last fortnight.
The club was not commenting when approached for comment, while representatives at Forsyth Barr Stadium did not return calls.
The sources confirmed the stadium was also in talks with two powerhouse out-of-Sydney NRL clubs playing a pre-season trial in late February.
A refurbished Leichhardt, which includes a new northern grandstand, and significant improvements to the main western grandstand, will be ready for the Tigers at the start of the 2028 season – but the club is now working through its potential venues for next year.
Campbelltown, the club’s other spiritual base in south-western Sydney, will host up to six games before it gets its own renovation in 2028.
Parramatta’s CommBank Stadium is expected to host as many four games, even though fans have shown a reluctance to embrace the home of their bitter western Sydney rivals Parramatta, while the Tigers enter the final year of taking a “home” game to Suncorp Stadium for Magic Round.
The Bulldogs played at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin in 2017.Teaukura Moetaua
They will be the away team when they meet Melbourne in Las Vegas.
Regional NSW, especially Mudgee, has been prepared to pay decent money for clubs to take NRL games to their towns, but the appetite from the other side of the Tasman is growing, especially with the interest in the Southern Orcas – not to mention the excitement and success of the Warriors.
The Tigers on Thursday confirmed gun back-rower Samuela Fainu had inked a two-year extension, tying him to the club until the end of 2029.
Jedi_Tiger
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lets throw away another home game advantage, magic round and a game in new zealand hosting warriors no less
this club has no idea honestly
this club has no idea honestly
wstigers11
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It’s broke needs money
Tom Shines
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Is it primarily about money …or trying to hide some bad crowds next year ?
Sending the Warriors game to NZ is a terrible idea … I possibly could entertain like the Titans or Cowboys game which typically gets played at LO..
wstigers11
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If they win some games they’ll get crowds
Would just be the same reason they play at parra, they need the $ to keep the club afloat it’s sad
Tom Shines
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As you said ..winning games would increase home crowds ( and memberships) ..
That should be their primary motivation …. Not making an extra $100-200k by selling home games to the opposition clubs
wstigers11
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With ya mate
mikey
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Prefer to re-sign Sukkar over Mason.
Tiger Stripes
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Sukkar over Mason.
AND bring back Conti!
Leck
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We have around $2 million in our cap. I’m keen to see how that’s managed after November 1st.
