Harry Grant Supports Teammate Amid Selection Speculation

Harry Grant, captain of the Melbourne Storm, has stepped up to defend fellow player Cameron Munster in light of rumors suggesting his exclusion from the QLD Maroons team due to subpar performance.

On Sunday, Munster and his teammates put these claims to rest with an impressive 44-16 victory, marking their first win after a challenging stretch of seven consecutive losses.

This resounding outcome has alleviated some of the increasing pressure in Victoria, as the Storm decisively defeated the Wests Tigers on Mother's Day.

The team's spine played a crucial role in the match, with Grant highlighting Munster's outstanding performance, which included scoring two tries during their comeback.

"He's one of the harshest critics of himself. He really demands a lot from himself and I think sometimes he really tries to bring other people into the game," Grant stated following the match.

"Cam Munster is the strength of the team when he gets his game on and I think he's the ultimate competitor and I think he's just shown that over the last little bit."

"I think today we had some people inside and outside that got their roles done that really helped him play his game and perform to the level that we know he can."

"I think people are pretty quick to jump to criticism. I sort of steer clear from it and fingers crossed he has and I guess he knows how good he is."

"We've got to just keep reminding him of that and hopefully bring that (success) to the team."