In a thrilling Preliminary Final, the Melbourne Storm secured their spot in the grand final with a convincing win over the Sydney Roosters at AAMI Park. Here are three key takeaways from the game:
The physicality of the game reached new heights, with high shots proving costly for both teams. In one notable incident, Nelson Asofa-Solomona of the Storm made forceful contact with Roosters prop Lindsay Collins, resulting in a sin binning and a concussion ruling for Collins. The incident will likely have repercussions for Asofa-Solomona, who may face suspension for the grand final.
Ryan Papenhuyzen demonstrated his exceptional skill and agility, scoring two tries and setting up another with his lightning-fast runs and clever passing. Despite a brief lapse in concentration that allowed the Roosters to score, Papenhuyzen’s overall performance was instrumental in the Storm’s victory.
Possession proved to be the key factor in the game, with the Storm dominating the Roosters and capitalizing on their opponents’ mistakes. The Storm’s ability to maintain possession and wear down the Roosters’ defense ultimately led to their convincing win. If they can replicate this performance in the grand final, they will be a formidable opponent for either the Panthers or the Sharks.
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