LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
In a clash of the titans on NRL 360, Premiership winner Braith Anasta and seasoned journalist Phil Rothfield went head to head in a fiery debate over a Wests Tigers recruitment saga that has set tongues wagging in Rugby League circles.
Anasta, known for his on-field prowess and strategic thinking, was quick to take offense at being mentioned in a story by Rothfield, who has a reputation for stirring the pot in the Rugby League world.
The story, which quoted ex-Tigers recruitment manager Scott Fulton, ignited a heated discussion on the show, with Anasta digging in and questioning the decisions that have led to the current state of the Tigers' squad.
As the discussion unfolded, Fulton, a key player in this drama, retaliated through Rothfield in The Daily Telegraph, claiming that all his player signings were given the green light by none other than coach Benji Marshall.
This verbal sparring match between Anasta and Rothfield is just another chapter in the colourful history of Rugby League debates.
With each side aiming for a try and not willing to drop the ball, the tension was palpable as they traded blows back and forth.
The clash of egos and opinions added an extra layer of drama to the NRL 360 show, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats.
In the world of Rugby League, where every move is scrutinized and every decision dissected, this debate between Anasta and Rothfield is a reminder of the passion and intensity that drives the sport.
As they battled it out in the arena of ideas, each trying to outmaneuver the other, it was clear that in the game of opinions, there are no shortage of players willing to take the field and make their mark.