Balmainian
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I’d have to look at it again, but I thought Marsters hit him direct.
I guess Benji put Tupou into touch aswell?
OFFICIAL Esan Marsters [Discussion]
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I’d have to look at it again, but I thought Marsters hit him direct.
I guess Benji put Tupou into touch aswell?
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Cousin, Steve.
earl
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Benji hit Tedesco. Masters came in when he was on the ground. They were both great tackles even if Benji didn't complete his tackle.
Great move by Cleary to get Marsters trimmer to hsndle 80mins at Centre..
His ability to stand or break a tackle run from dummy half and get an offload away reminds me of the way Hodges played thr game. ..
In a position we were weak in we now have one spot locked down bucking the trend of getting young blokes with skill to bulk up and become back row robotic battering rams. ..
His ability to stand or break a tackle run from dummy half and get an offload away reminds me of the way Hodges played thr game. ..
In a position we were weak in we now have one spot locked down bucking the trend of getting young blokes with skill to bulk up and become back row robotic battering rams. ..
tiger05premier
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I thought Marsters did the hit as well but where i looked up the hit Marshall did on Teddy it came up with the one i thought was all Marsters where there was an initial hit than Marsters hit him to finish it off making teddy drop it
GNR4LIFE
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Such a shame Suli had no work ethic. What a combo that could have been.
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Keep an eye on: Esan Marsters
Author Dan Talintyre Timestamp Sat 17 Mar 2018, 09:37 AM
While there certainly won't be a shortage of players to keep an eye out for tonight when Wests Tigers take on the Melbourne Storm, young gun centre Esan Marsters stands out as one you should pay particular attention to.
Especially if you're looking to get the added edge in your NRL Fantasy team this weekend.
In just his second year of first-grade, Marsters hit the ground running in Round 1 with a brilliant individual performance against the Roosters as his side came from behind to down the premiership favourites.
Playing on the right edge inside match-winner Corey Thompson, Marsters played the full 80 minutes and added an incredible 178 metres from 18 carries — 48 of which came entirely post-contact.
Marsters also added three tackle breaks, five offloads and a linebreak as the right edge of Wests Tigers continued to grow in its potency throughout the second half. In the end, it was that side that saw the match-winning try scored and all players on that edge will certainly take confidence from that in to next week.
Having said all of that, the biggest reason behind Marsters' potential selection this week is around who isn't in the team, with Tuimoala Lolohea ruled out of the match with a minor knee injury. His omission means Marsters is not only likely to kick goals, but will probably partner David Nofoaluma on the right wing with Corey Thompson the most likely contender to move back to fullback in Lolohea's absence.
Together, Marsters and Nofoaluma showed plenty of attacking promise on the right in 2017 and having spend the opening round in reserve grade, Nofoaluma will certainly be looking to show what he can do this week with this opportunity. The Storm's left edge of Josh Addo-Carr and Will Chambers has been tough to break down, but with the added confidence from last week coupled with the few half-chances the Bulldogs' right edge created against them last week, there might just be something there for Marsters to exploit.
Owned by just 1.3% of teams, Marsters scored 39 fantasy points in the opening round and is expected to beat his breakeven of 33 points in Round 2 — which will lead to an increase on his $528,000 price tag.
So even if you're not completely sold on the Junior Kiwi standout running amok against the Storm's left edge, he should still be a handy pickup this week to keep that cash flow ticking along nicely.
His dual-position flexibility of centres and back row certainly doesn't hurt either!
Author Dan Talintyre Timestamp Sat 17 Mar 2018, 09:37 AM
While there certainly won't be a shortage of players to keep an eye out for tonight when Wests Tigers take on the Melbourne Storm, young gun centre Esan Marsters stands out as one you should pay particular attention to.
Especially if you're looking to get the added edge in your NRL Fantasy team this weekend.
In just his second year of first-grade, Marsters hit the ground running in Round 1 with a brilliant individual performance against the Roosters as his side came from behind to down the premiership favourites.
Playing on the right edge inside match-winner Corey Thompson, Marsters played the full 80 minutes and added an incredible 178 metres from 18 carries — 48 of which came entirely post-contact.
Marsters also added three tackle breaks, five offloads and a linebreak as the right edge of Wests Tigers continued to grow in its potency throughout the second half. In the end, it was that side that saw the match-winning try scored and all players on that edge will certainly take confidence from that in to next week.
Having said all of that, the biggest reason behind Marsters' potential selection this week is around who isn't in the team, with Tuimoala Lolohea ruled out of the match with a minor knee injury. His omission means Marsters is not only likely to kick goals, but will probably partner David Nofoaluma on the right wing with Corey Thompson the most likely contender to move back to fullback in Lolohea's absence.
Together, Marsters and Nofoaluma showed plenty of attacking promise on the right in 2017 and having spend the opening round in reserve grade, Nofoaluma will certainly be looking to show what he can do this week with this opportunity. The Storm's left edge of Josh Addo-Carr and Will Chambers has been tough to break down, but with the added confidence from last week coupled with the few half-chances the Bulldogs' right edge created against them last week, there might just be something there for Marsters to exploit.
Owned by just 1.3% of teams, Marsters scored 39 fantasy points in the opening round and is expected to beat his breakeven of 33 points in Round 2 — which will lead to an increase on his $528,000 price tag.
So even if you're not completely sold on the Junior Kiwi standout running amok against the Storm's left edge, he should still be a handy pickup this week to keep that cash flow ticking along nicely.
His dual-position flexibility of centres and back row certainly doesn't hurt either!
Wests Tigers ace Esan Marsters outshining rep rivals in Kiwi and contract push
NRL Premiership
Nathan Ryan
April 2, 2018 6:00am
Nathan Ryan
@nath_ryan
Source: FOX SPORTS
HE’S the 21-year-old makeshift centre stealing the spotlight from the game’s most exciting young stars.
He’s also fast becoming a bolter for the New Zealand Test team in the process.
Wests Tigers ace Esan Marsters is still very much in his NRL infancy but attracting plenty of attention.
As one of seven current starting first graders off-contract this year, it should come as no surprise Marsters is turning plenty of heads in club land with his dominant displays.
Although it isn’t the fact he’s off-contract or the desire to push for a New Zealand jersey that’s driving him this year.
“The interest is great, and there is definitely the dream to pull on the Kiwi jersey, although my focus is on winning games with this team,” a humble Marsters told foxsports.com.au.
“If I play to my potential and we are winning games all the rest of that stuff will take care of itself”.
If his start is anything to go by, it’s only a matter of time before rep football and a hefty new contract comes his way.
In a team shocking the competition, Marsters has been a shining light for the joint venture.
When the Wests Tigers saw their draw for the first five rounds of the 2018 premiership, there was little doubt of the magnitude of the task that lay before them.
Not only would they play each of last years’ Top Four but they’d face the premiers, Melbourne, twice.
For Marsters, the task has been just as big.
In four of the games he’d have to oppose the most heralded young centres in the game, and in the other, one of its most decorated and accomplished.
“When you get selected you definitely look to who your opposite number will be, my job is to limit their impact to help the team,” he said.
Hard fought victories against the Storm and Roosters showed their mettle, while it was only a contentious refereeing decision that cost them a likely draw against the Broncos.
Marsters impressive play has been instrumental in all these results outplaying his more heralded opponents.
His first round opponent was no slouch. In fact it was NSW bolter, Latrell Mitchell.
Marsters produced a man of the match performance.
According to Fox Sports Lab, he ran for a team high 190 metres from 19 carries to Mitchell’s 35 metres from six carries.
The form against Origin hopefuls continued when he bested Storm centre Curtis Scott in the second round and backed it up by outpointing Blues gun Jack Bird.
In three games he’s run for an impressive 391 metres with seven tackle busts, a try assist and a line break.
But his job on Monday could be his most difficult with the possibility of lining up against former Origin and Australian star, Michael Jennings, depending on which side of the field he finds himself.
Marsters response to that prospect is simple.
“It’s team first, I’d love the challenge to play against him (Jennings) and I’ll put my best foot forward to help the team win,” Marsters said.
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How refreshing is the new Tigers attitude, the old Tigers of yesteryear seems so far long away in our rear view mirror and I pray it stays there. Some one re-sign him already!!!!
NRL Premiership
Nathan Ryan
April 2, 2018 6:00am
Nathan Ryan
@nath_ryan
Source: FOX SPORTS
HE’S the 21-year-old makeshift centre stealing the spotlight from the game’s most exciting young stars.
He’s also fast becoming a bolter for the New Zealand Test team in the process.
Wests Tigers ace Esan Marsters is still very much in his NRL infancy but attracting plenty of attention.
As one of seven current starting first graders off-contract this year, it should come as no surprise Marsters is turning plenty of heads in club land with his dominant displays.
Although it isn’t the fact he’s off-contract or the desire to push for a New Zealand jersey that’s driving him this year.
“The interest is great, and there is definitely the dream to pull on the Kiwi jersey, although my focus is on winning games with this team,” a humble Marsters told foxsports.com.au.
“If I play to my potential and we are winning games all the rest of that stuff will take care of itself”.
If his start is anything to go by, it’s only a matter of time before rep football and a hefty new contract comes his way.
In a team shocking the competition, Marsters has been a shining light for the joint venture.
When the Wests Tigers saw their draw for the first five rounds of the 2018 premiership, there was little doubt of the magnitude of the task that lay before them.
Not only would they play each of last years’ Top Four but they’d face the premiers, Melbourne, twice.
For Marsters, the task has been just as big.
In four of the games he’d have to oppose the most heralded young centres in the game, and in the other, one of its most decorated and accomplished.
“When you get selected you definitely look to who your opposite number will be, my job is to limit their impact to help the team,” he said.
Hard fought victories against the Storm and Roosters showed their mettle, while it was only a contentious refereeing decision that cost them a likely draw against the Broncos.
Marsters impressive play has been instrumental in all these results outplaying his more heralded opponents.
His first round opponent was no slouch. In fact it was NSW bolter, Latrell Mitchell.
Marsters produced a man of the match performance.
According to Fox Sports Lab, he ran for a team high 190 metres from 19 carries to Mitchell’s 35 metres from six carries.
The form against Origin hopefuls continued when he bested Storm centre Curtis Scott in the second round and backed it up by outpointing Blues gun Jack Bird.
In three games he’s run for an impressive 391 metres with seven tackle busts, a try assist and a line break.
But his job on Monday could be his most difficult with the possibility of lining up against former Origin and Australian star, Michael Jennings, depending on which side of the field he finds himself.
Marsters response to that prospect is simple.
“It’s team first, I’d love the challenge to play against him (Jennings) and I’ll put my best foot forward to help the team win,” Marsters said.
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How refreshing is the new Tigers attitude, the old Tigers of yesteryear seems so far long away in our rear view mirror and I pray it stays there. Some one re-sign him already!!!!
You would think an extension wouldn't be too far away for Marsters…
Very humble kid..
Very humble kid..
upthetigers
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Bloody hell I nearly had a heart attack.
When you read the title of this thread it says "Wests Tigers ace Esan Marsters out".
When you read the title of this thread it says "Wests Tigers ace Esan Marsters out".
Harvey
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I would like to see him resigned, but am not convinced on him as a centre. He is strong, attracts defenders and can offload, but think that he lacks pace and and not surfe that he has made a break this year.
Future lies in the backrow, but not sure when
Future lies in the backrow, but not sure when
Tiger_Pete
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Same!
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I hope an extension is not too far away, we need to keep him.
Tiger_Steve
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Given he was asked to shed kgs over the offseason I’d say Ivan’s plan for him is centre-at least for a while
Geez a bit early to be talking Test selection i woulda thought
jirskyr
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That qas my point too. Not that he's top in his position, rather the Kiwis are a little thin there.
