In 2005 we lost because we didn't have a prop on the bench and Ward was knackered when Cooke went over.



So what is our bench this weekend against a tough Wire pack?

Is that a vote for Kirke?

I'm not sure

We have to trust Bluey's judgement on the fitness levels of both Ali and Eastwood,As IMO both will be selected if they are 100% fit, as they are both game breakers.



If both can't be risked in such a high profile game then i would have no hesitation in picking Kirke over either player



IMO If they are both deemed fit to play, then IMO Kirke will miss out along with Scotty and that Clarkson will start in the 2nd row alongside JJB, and Ablett will be on the bench, Eastwood will be the interchange prop

Suprisingly, I agree. Sinfield's form has picked up also when moving back into 13.



How are people talking about Eastwood not being 100% fit? He's had 3 matches under him now where he hasn't looked "unfit". Baffling.

No chance of that - Ablett is a McClennan favourite he will be in the 17 for me its Kirke or Clarkson

Agreed!

IMO, I think Clarkson, Kirke and Ablett should all play and Diskin to miss out, Buderus can play the full 80 and we need a big bench to match Warrington.

Bluey will pick Diskin though.

Not sure how some can say Ali is going to be fitter than Eastwood either. Ali has hardly played much since his 10 or 12 weeks out injured. I believe Eastwood has played more minutes recently. I have a nagging doubt Clarkson will make way and Ablett who wont be match fit and Kirke getting the nod.

I have a bad feeling that Clarkson will miss out on selection, hope i'm wrong as he deserves to be in the 17 on form.

Seconded



Dean Lance (200)

Can't see any coach making that big a change to the teams tactics in a final.