Matty Johns analyzes key matchups and predictions for the NRL elimination finals this weekend.
Matty Johns looks at the key match-ups, the X-factors and gives his predictions for both absorbing NRL elimination finals this weekend.
RAIDERS V SHARKSCRUCIAL MATCHUP - JAMAL FOGARTY V BRAYDON TRINDALL
These two playmakers could not have a more contrasting week one of the finals.
Trindall had arguably the best, most important performance of his career. His direction and pass selection beating the Sydney Roosters was first class.
Braydon Trindall magic sets up a try for Sharks
Fogarty's greatest asset is his composure, but that deserted him in numerous big moments late in the 29-28 golden point extra-time loss to the Brisbane Broncos.
The Raiders were clumsy and looked lost when attempting to find a field goal to win the match late, and...