LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
Shaquille Mitchell, brother of the sidelined NRL star Latrell Mitchell, has spoken out about his brother's suspension, likening it to a tough match where the team is down a key player.
Latrell Mitchell was sidelined for a month after elbowing Shaun Johnson in the face, a move that left the Rabbitohs without their star player for crucial games.
Despite Latrell's absence, Shaq Mitchell remains optimistic about his brother's return, describing him as eager to get back on the field and help turn the Rabbitohs' fortunes around.
With Jason Demetriou's future uncertain and pressure mounting, the team's improved performance in their last match without Mitchell gave them a glimmer of hope.
Shaq believes that if Demetriou can weather the storm of the next two games without Latrell, his brother will come back with a newfound determination to make up for lost time.
He is confident that Latrell's return will provide a much-needed boost for the embattled coach and the struggling team.
"He's itching to get back out there and make a difference," Shaq said of Latrell.
"Watching from the sidelines is tough for him, but he's taking it on the chin and getting ready to come back stronger than ever.
When he returns, we'll be firing on all cylinders and ready to take on whatever comes the way."