PNG Hunters vs Townsville Blackhawks preview
The Hunters are the only side to have got the better of the Blackhawks in both of their encounters this year; with their last match a thriller which came down to a two-point margin in the end.
With the winner of tomorrow’s game to qualify directly for the grand final on September 27 at Suncorp Stadium, there is a lot riding on the result.
Coach of the Year Michael Marum has made two changes to his side since their Round 25 victory over Burleigh, with Adam Korave into the back row and Brandy Peter on the bench. David Lapua has been omitted with Nickson Borana and Edward Goma named on an extended bench. The team flew to Port Moresby from Kokopo on Wednesday before heading to Cairns yesterday en route to Townsville for the match.
The Blackhawks have also made two adjustments to their final round team, with Ricky Thorby returning as prop and Mosese Pangai in at centre following a lengthy suspension. Lenny Magey has not been named while Corey Jensen is on a five-man bench.
If Townsville win this game, they will become the second new entrant team to make the decider in their first year – (Sunshine Coast were the others in 2009); while if it is the Hunters who prevail, they will follow the Northern Pride
There will also be a charity match played before the main game, with the Australian Army v Queensland Police Service pulling on the boots in support of a local Townsville family who are caring for their terminally ill daughter. There will be multiple raffles and a sporting memorabilia charity auction held as key fundraising activities for Islah.
Jack Manski Oval on Saturday, September 12 – 5pm
Referee: Chris Anderson
Head-to-Head: PNG 2 Townsville 0
Head-to-Head Finals: First game
Finals Record: First for both
Twitter: #intrustsupercup #TSVBvPNG
Live Stream: QRL TV
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