A heartbreaking defeat to an Ivan Cleary-coached side that could result in a drop to ninth on the ladder by the end of the weekend. For Wests Tigers fans, that’s about as bad as it gets. NRL2020
After the siren, the cameras panned to Cleary's coach's box. After being goaded by Tigers fans all match, he bit back. He pointed to the scoreboard and blew a kiss.
The Panthers kept their cool amid the madness. Their reward is a third consecutive win, 19-12 at Bankwest Stadium, and second spot on the competition ladder. Stephen Crichton’s two tries proved crucial. They are the big improvers from last season. With the game on the line, he came up with the decisive play. He burst past tired markers, streaked down-field and delivered a sublime ball for Edwards to score the match winner.
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