LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
In a cruel turn of events, the Wests Tigers were ripped apart in their NRL nightmare, with critics claiming "they're going backwards" faster than a busted prop with concrete boots.
Benji Marshall, fresh off his mid-season jaunt to Fiji, surely regrets his return after Friday's debacle.
The St George Illawarra Dragons unleashed a merciless onslaught, crushing the Tigers 56-14 in a display of dominance reminiscent of the glory days of the 1980's.
Dragons winger Zac Lomax made history with a whopping 32-point performance, surpassing the joint venture's club record by a mile.
Meanwhile, halfback Ben Hunt, fueled by his State of Origin exploits, dazzled with a try and four assists that left the Tigers gasping for air.
Despite managing to hold a slim lead of 14-12 at halftime, the Tigers imploded in the second half, conceding seven tries in a humiliating defeat.
This collapse is sadly becoming a familiar sight for the Tigers, who have wallowed at the bottom of the ladder in recent years, wielding the wooden spoon like a cursed talisman.
Currently languishing in 16th place in 2024, the Tigers find themselves in dire straits, with their hopes of a resurgence dwindling faster than a winger chasing a breakaway try.
Under the guidance of head coach Benji Marshall, the Tigers are facing yet another season of despair, trapped in a downward spiral that seems as unstoppable as a rampaging front rower.