Fullback: James Tedesco v Will Hopoate

Tedesco was brilliant through the second half of 2018 for the Roosters and NSW, though, like a few of his teammates he'll be hoping for a better outing in his second match in green and gold. At his best a tackle-busting sensation who is brilliant in defence and more than capable of setting up tries.
His opposite number Hopoate is no stranger to the Tonga jersey and was one of Canterbury's best in a sluggish season, producing a ton of metres as well as busts and offloads. His playmaking has also improved significantly in recent seasons.

Verdict: you'd pick Tedesco over Hopoate but underestimate the Bulldog at your peril.

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