LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
Wayne Bennett, with over 1000 games of professional rugby league under his belt, called the Souths' comeback win against the Roosters one of the best he's ever been a part of.
Despite losing three key players to injury, including both starting halves, the Bunnies managed to rally and secure a 20-14 victory in a thrilling match.
Bennett praised the quality of the contest and the sportsmanship shown by both teams, remarking on how his players refused to give up even when faced with adversity.
Mitchell's spectacular pass leading to Tass' late try was a turning point in the game, as the Bunnies overcame the odds with only one man left on the bench for the final 30 minutes.
Bennett expressed his pride in his team's resilience, stating, "Most teams would have folded under those circumstances, but Bennett's troops...
don't know what it means to give up as they roared home to leave their coach proud as punch." This victory added another chapter to the storied rivalry between South Sydney and the Roosters, with Bennett reflecting on the significance of the win in his coaching career.
He compared the game to a grand final and noted that losing both starting halves during a match was a rare occurrence in his nearly 50-year career.
Despite the challenges they faced, the Bunnies' determination and fighting spirit shone through, earning them a memorable and impressive victory that left their coach in awe.