LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
South Sydney boss Jason Demetriou is in the hot seat, with his coaching future hanging in the balance like a high ball in a contest.
After a crushing 34-4 defeat to the Warriors, reports suggest that Demetriou is playing a win-or-be-sacked game when the Rabbitohs take on Cronulla next week.
According to the Daily Telegraph, Demetriou's fate will be decided if Souths fail to come out on top against the Sharks, especially with star player Latrell Mitchell serving a three-week ban.
The pressure is on as the club's dismal form puts Demetriou's position in jeopardy.
Despite signing a contract extension last year, reports from the SMH reveal that there is a clause in his deal limiting his payout if he is let go.
This clause, commonly seen in the AFL, has been utilized by the Rabbitohs for years and could come into play if they decide to part ways with Demetriou.
In the high-stakes world of Rugby League coaching, Demetriou must rally his team and deliver a performance worthy of saving his job before it's too late.
The clock is ticking, and the outcome of the next game could determine the future of the Rabbitohs' leadership.