LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
Wests Tigers faced defeat against Parramatta in Round 7 of the Telstra Premiership, with a final score of 38-22.
The Eels took an early lead with a penalty goal from Zac Lomax and a try from Josh Addo-Carr.
Wests Tigers fought back with Terrell May scoring his first try for the team, followed by Jahream Bula backing up Brent Naden for another try.
The first half ended with both teams tied at 10-10, thanks to a try from Isaiah Iongi.
However, Parramatta came out strong in the second half, with Kelma Tuilagi and Sam Tuivaiti scoring quick succession tries to pull ahead to a 22-10 lead.
Despite the efforts of Wests Tigers, Parramatta continued to dominate in the second half.
The Eels managed to secure an even larger lead, with tries from Maika Sivo, Isaah Yeo, and Brad Takairangi.
The final score of 38-22 reflected Parramatta's strong performance throughout the game.
The report highlighted the impact of key players in the match, including the contributions of Terrell May and Jahream Bula for Wests Tigers.
The match showcased moments of individual brilliance, such as winger Josh Addo-Carr's try down the left touchline and Brent Naden's slick offload to set up a try for Bula.
However, ultimately, Parramatta's cohesive team efforts and strong defense proved to be too much for Wests Tigers to overcome.
Despite the loss, Wests Tigers showed determination and resilience throughout the match.
The team will need to regroup and refocus in order to bounce back in future games.
Head coach Michael Maguire will likely analyze the team's performance and make necessary adjustments to improve their chances of success in the upcoming rounds.
The report serves as a reflection of the challenges and opportunities facing Wests Tigers as they continue to compete in the NRL.