Nathan Cleary's defensive form raises concerns; calls for Tedesco to replace Edwards in Kangaroos squad rise.
A missed Nathan Cleary moment has prompted concerns around the halfback's defensive form in the backend of the season with calls for James Tedesco to replace Dylan Edwards in the Kangaroos squad after yet another string of howlers. Cleary has proven time and time again why he is one of the best clutch players in the NRL with a two-point field goal against the Titans four weeks ago an example.
And the NSW halfback was only centimetres away from icing yet another close game for the Penrith Panthers against the Raiders with his field goal attempt in golden point hitting the post. Unfortunately for the Panthers, a brain fade from Liam Martin while the ball was still in play allowed Kaeo Weekes to score a try to seal the victory for the...