LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
Blayke Brailey, the scrappy Cronulla Sharks dummy half, is gearing up for a potential switch to the halves as injuries take a toll on the team.
With Braydon Trindall sidelined and Nicholas Hynes out of action until the last round of the NRL season, Brailey may have to step up and take charge against the Gold Coast Titans next weekend.
In the wake of Trindall's leg injury during the intense battle with the South Sydney Rabbitohs, speculation is rife that he could be out for an extended period.
This setback adds to the Sharks' woes in the halves, with utility player Daniel Atkinson already filling in.
Brailey, no stranger to stepping up when needed, has already shown his versatility by slotting into the halves earlier this season against the mighty Melbourne Storm.
Ready to embrace any challenge that comes his way, Brailey stands prepared to lead the Sharks into battle against the Titans on Friday night, despite the tight turnaround.