Re: CC Wigan at Home : Sat May 20, 2023 6:18 am  

Just seen a graphic that since that grand final ban got overturned, he’s played around 13 games, with 8 matches and this latest red card spread throughout that time. His longest run of games since then has been 6.

If I were a saints fan I’d be concerned. The old saying ‘availability is an ability’ rings true here.

Re: CC Wigan at Home : Sat May 20, 2023 7:29 am  

just watched it on YouTube.
absolute shocker. the guy really is a piece of work.
I would expect, with his record, at least 4 games.
makes saints pathetic efforts to make him available for last season's grand final very shallow.

Re: CC Wigan at Home : Sat May 20, 2023 8:09 am  

LeedsTiger wrote:

I agree completely. I think not having to tackle as much out on the edges has saved him alot of energy.

As an aside, I think McDonnell has been very good. You can tell he came through the Wigan academy. His defence and positioning have been on point. He's also chipped in with a couple of trys from good running lines. Of the Ablett mold, consistent and dependable.

Not a bad shout that with the Ablett comparison - Ablett was a bit more physical in his prime. He was actually one of my favourite players ultra consistent.

Re: CC Wigan at Home : Sat May 20, 2023 8:34 am  

KaeruJim wrote:

Not a bad shout that with the Ablett comparison - Ablett was a bit more physical in his prime. He was actually one of my favourite players ultra consistent.

I think McDonnell could be a great player I'd like to see him get more running chances on the edge if he can match Abletts service to the club he'll have been an inspired signing.

Re: CC Wigan at Home : Sat May 20, 2023 11:20 am  

Austin has a calf problem he's a major doubt for this afternoon.

Re: CC Wigan at Home : Sat May 20, 2023 11:27 am  

Jrrhino wrote:

Austin has a calf problem he's a major doubt for this afternoon.

He gets a bit of stick on here, but for me that's a big loss today if true.

Re: CC Wigan at Home : Sat May 20, 2023 12:05 pm  

Myler
Tindall
Newman
MacDonald
Olpherts
Gannon
Sezer
Oledzki
O’Connor
Holroyd
McDonnell
Martin
Smith

Donaldson
Sangare
Lisone
Johnson

Walters

Re: CC Wigan at Home : Sat May 20, 2023 12:10 pm  

An interesting line up due to forced changes. Sezers really going to have to step up after weeks off.

Re: CC Wigan at Home : Sat May 20, 2023 12:21 pm  

Simmo71 wrote:

He gets a bit of stick on here, but for me that's a big loss today if true.

Yes and Handley out didn't hear he had an injury?

Re: CC Wigan at Home : Sat May 20, 2023 12:23 pm  

Handley illness apparently. Austin is a big miss, been a standout at times this year