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The Advertiser
6 hours ago
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- The Advertiser
Cherry-Evans makes Origin statement in big Manly win
Daly Cherry-Evans says he would still be grateful if his Queensland State of Origin career ended tomorrow, after making a statement in Manly's 34-6 win over Brisbane. Three days after Queensland's series-opening loss prompted questions over Cherry-Evans' position, the Maroons captain answered his critics at Brookvale. The Manly No.7 had a hand in all four of the Sea Eagles' first-half tries, in what was close to his best game in months. Lehi Hopoate was also superb filling in for Tom Trbojevic at fullback, while Haumole Olakau'atu scored a double to send Manly back into the top eight. The result consigned Brisbane to their sixth loss in seven games, with the Broncos in freefall and out of a finals-finishing position for the first time this year. But the story was Cherry-Evans, who has been subject to calls from the likes of Andrew Johns for him to be axed from Queensland's side in recent days. The 36-year-old was only cleared to play for Manly on Saturday morning, before being diplomatic on his Origin future after the match. "At the end of the day I have to try and keep it really simple. I play footy for a living. I am so grateful for the opportunity," Cherry-Evans said. "If it ended, I played 26 Origin games. I am very grateful for that. But I would love to be back there again. "I just love playing footy for this club and this team. We haven't found our best footy consistently yet. Tonight is a reminder that it's there." Cherry-Evans would not enter into debate about whether Saturday night's performance helped his cause to add to his 26 Origins in Perth on June 18. But it certainly can't have hurt, in what was one of his best performances since announcing in March he was leaving Manly at year's end. The half kicked in the lead-up to three tries, routinely booted Manly out of trouble, and had the Sea Eagles' right edge back playing with depth again. And it all came within hours of Tom Dearden starring for North Queensland, with the Cowboys No.7 considered the other option for the Maroons. Cherry-Evans laid on Manly's first try when he grubbered for Clayton Faulalo, and Jesse Arthars failed to dive on the loose ball in the in-goal. Faulalo's second try came when Cherry-Evans sent the ball right and Hopoate fired a perfect cut-out ball for the winger to go over. Nathan Brown was the next to benefit from Cherry-Evans' kicking game, with the big prop chasing down a grubber. And when Cherry-Evans toed one ahead for Hopoate and the fullback sent Olakau'atu over on halftime, it was 22-6. This was also close to Olakau'atu's best game since March, with a number of powerful runs to go with his passing game on the right edge. He had a second try late to seal the match, leaping up to take a Luke Brooks kick and dive over the line. Hopoate was the other star, setting the tone when he burst through a Payne Haas tackle in the opening set, before finishing the night with 228 metres. Haas was gallant for Brisbane three nights after being man of the match in Origin on a torn quad, but the spark is clearly missing from the Broncos attack. Ezra Mam had his moments, but he still made three errors and was booed by the Brookvale crowd with every touch of the ball. Arthars had limited impact at fullback, as did Selwyn Cobbo on the wing, with the Broncos a long way removed from the team that ran in 50 points in round one. "There were patches of what we can do and there are patches we need to improve on," coach Michael Maguire said. "It's straightforward. We will look at it and make sure we have long periods of what we want to do in our game." Daly Cherry-Evans says he would still be grateful if his Queensland State of Origin career ended tomorrow, after making a statement in Manly's 34-6 win over Brisbane. Three days after Queensland's series-opening loss prompted questions over Cherry-Evans' position, the Maroons captain answered his critics at Brookvale. The Manly No.7 had a hand in all four of the Sea Eagles' first-half tries, in what was close to his best game in months. Lehi Hopoate was also superb filling in for Tom Trbojevic at fullback, while Haumole Olakau'atu scored a double to send Manly back into the top eight. The result consigned Brisbane to their sixth loss in seven games, with the Broncos in freefall and out of a finals-finishing position for the first time this year. But the story was Cherry-Evans, who has been subject to calls from the likes of Andrew Johns for him to be axed from Queensland's side in recent days. The 36-year-old was only cleared to play for Manly on Saturday morning, before being diplomatic on his Origin future after the match. "At the end of the day I have to try and keep it really simple. I play footy for a living. I am so grateful for the opportunity," Cherry-Evans said. "If it ended, I played 26 Origin games. I am very grateful for that. But I would love to be back there again. "I just love playing footy for this club and this team. We haven't found our best footy consistently yet. Tonight is a reminder that it's there." Cherry-Evans would not enter into debate about whether Saturday night's performance helped his cause to add to his 26 Origins in Perth on June 18. But it certainly can't have hurt, in what was one of his best performances since announcing in March he was leaving Manly at year's end. The half kicked in the lead-up to three tries, routinely booted Manly out of trouble, and had the Sea Eagles' right edge back playing with depth again. And it all came within hours of Tom Dearden starring for North Queensland, with the Cowboys No.7 considered the other option for the Maroons. Cherry-Evans laid on Manly's first try when he grubbered for Clayton Faulalo, and Jesse Arthars failed to dive on the loose ball in the in-goal. Faulalo's second try came when Cherry-Evans sent the ball right and Hopoate fired a perfect cut-out ball for the winger to go over. Nathan Brown was the next to benefit from Cherry-Evans' kicking game, with the big prop chasing down a grubber. And when Cherry-Evans toed one ahead for Hopoate and the fullback sent Olakau'atu over on halftime, it was 22-6. This was also close to Olakau'atu's best game since March, with a number of powerful runs to go with his passing game on the right edge. He had a second try late to seal the match, leaping up to take a Luke Brooks kick and dive over the line. Hopoate was the other star, setting the tone when he burst through a Payne Haas tackle in the opening set, before finishing the night with 228 metres. Haas was gallant for Brisbane three nights after being man of the match in Origin on a torn quad, but the spark is clearly missing from the Broncos attack. Ezra Mam had his moments, but he still made three errors and was booed by the Brookvale crowd with every touch of the ball. Arthars had limited impact at fullback, as did Selwyn Cobbo on the wing, with the Broncos a long way removed from the team that ran in 50 points in round one. "There were patches of what we can do and there are patches we need to improve on," coach Michael Maguire said. "It's straightforward. We will look at it and make sure we have long periods of what we want to do in our game." Daly Cherry-Evans says he would still be grateful if his Queensland State of Origin career ended tomorrow, after making a statement in Manly's 34-6 win over Brisbane. Three days after Queensland's series-opening loss prompted questions over Cherry-Evans' position, the Maroons captain answered his critics at Brookvale. The Manly No.7 had a hand in all four of the Sea Eagles' first-half tries, in what was close to his best game in months. Lehi Hopoate was also superb filling in for Tom Trbojevic at fullback, while Haumole Olakau'atu scored a double to send Manly back into the top eight. The result consigned Brisbane to their sixth loss in seven games, with the Broncos in freefall and out of a finals-finishing position for the first time this year. But the story was Cherry-Evans, who has been subject to calls from the likes of Andrew Johns for him to be axed from Queensland's side in recent days. The 36-year-old was only cleared to play for Manly on Saturday morning, before being diplomatic on his Origin future after the match. "At the end of the day I have to try and keep it really simple. I play footy for a living. I am so grateful for the opportunity," Cherry-Evans said. "If it ended, I played 26 Origin games. I am very grateful for that. But I would love to be back there again. "I just love playing footy for this club and this team. We haven't found our best footy consistently yet. Tonight is a reminder that it's there." Cherry-Evans would not enter into debate about whether Saturday night's performance helped his cause to add to his 26 Origins in Perth on June 18. But it certainly can't have hurt, in what was one of his best performances since announcing in March he was leaving Manly at year's end. The half kicked in the lead-up to three tries, routinely booted Manly out of trouble, and had the Sea Eagles' right edge back playing with depth again. And it all came within hours of Tom Dearden starring for North Queensland, with the Cowboys No.7 considered the other option for the Maroons. Cherry-Evans laid on Manly's first try when he grubbered for Clayton Faulalo, and Jesse Arthars failed to dive on the loose ball in the in-goal. Faulalo's second try came when Cherry-Evans sent the ball right and Hopoate fired a perfect cut-out ball for the winger to go over. Nathan Brown was the next to benefit from Cherry-Evans' kicking game, with the big prop chasing down a grubber. And when Cherry-Evans toed one ahead for Hopoate and the fullback sent Olakau'atu over on halftime, it was 22-6. This was also close to Olakau'atu's best game since March, with a number of powerful runs to go with his passing game on the right edge. He had a second try late to seal the match, leaping up to take a Luke Brooks kick and dive over the line. Hopoate was the other star, setting the tone when he burst through a Payne Haas tackle in the opening set, before finishing the night with 228 metres. Haas was gallant for Brisbane three nights after being man of the match in Origin on a torn quad, but the spark is clearly missing from the Broncos attack. Ezra Mam had his moments, but he still made three errors and was booed by the Brookvale crowd with every touch of the ball. Arthars had limited impact at fullback, as did Selwyn Cobbo on the wing, with the Broncos a long way removed from the team that ran in 50 points in round one. "There were patches of what we can do and there are patches we need to improve on," coach Michael Maguire said. "It's straightforward. We will look at it and make sure we have long periods of what we want to do in our game."
7NEWS
9 hours ago
- Sport
- 7NEWS
Daly Cherry-Evans sends emphatic message to Origin critics as Sea Eagles hammer Broncos
Daly Cherry-Evans has sent a message to his State of Origin critics, producing his best match in months to lead Manly to a 34-6 win over Brisbane. Three days after Queensland's loss left questions over his spot in the Maroons' side, Cherry-Evans set up three tries in the Sea Eagles' win at Brookvale. Lehi Hopoate was also superb filling in for Tom Trbojevic at fullback, while winger Haumole Olakau'atu scored a double to send Manly back into the top eight. The result consigned Brisbane to their sixth loss in seven games, with the Broncos in freefall and out of a finals-finishing position for the first time this year. But the story was Cherry-Evans, who turned in his best performance since announcing in March that he is leaving the Sea Eagles at year's end. The 36-year-old combined brilliantly with Hopoate, and was back involved in everything for the Sea Eagles. The half kicked in the lead-up to three tries, routinely booted Manly out of trouble, and had the Sea Eagles' right edge back playing with depth again. Crucially, the Maroons skipper's outing came hours after his rival for the Queensland No.7 spot, Tom Dearden, starred in the Cowboys' win over Wests Tigers. Cherry-Evans laid on Manly's first try when he grubbered for Clayton Faulalo, and Jesse Arthars failed to dive on the loose ball in the in-goal. Faulalo's second try came when Cherry-Evans sent the ball right and Hopoate fired a perfect cut-out ball for the winger to go over. It was one of several highlights for Faulalo, who twice kept the ball in play by popping it up in the air as he ran out like a cricket fielder on the boundary. Nathan Brown was the next to benefit from Cherry-Evans' kicking game, with the big prop chasing down a grubber for his first try since 2022. And when Cherry-Evans toed one ahead for Hopoate and the fullback sent Haumole Olakau'atu over on halftime, it was 22-6 and the halfback had made a statement. This was also close to Olakau'atu's best game since March, with a number of powerful runs to go with his passing game on the right edge. He had a second try late to seal the match, leaping up to take a Luke Brooks kick and dive over the line. Hopoate was the other star, setting the tone when he burst through a Payne Haas tackle in the opening set, before finishing the night with 228 metres. Haas was gallant for Brisbane three nights after being man of the match in Origin on a torn quad, but the spark is clearly missing from the Broncos attack. Ezra Mam had his moments, but he still made three errors and was booed by the Brookvale hill with every touch of the ball. Jesse Arthars had limited impact at fullback, as did Selwyn Cobbo on the wing, with the Broncos a long way removed from the team that ran in 50 points in round one.
The Advertiser
9 hours ago
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Cherry-Evans makes statement as Manly sweep Broncos
Daly Cherry-Evans has sent a message to his State of Origin critics, producing his best match in months to lead Manly to a 34-6 win over Brisbane. Three days after Queensland's loss left questions over his spot in the Maroons' side, Cherry-Evans set up three tries in the Sea Eagles' win at Brookvale. Lehi Hopoate was also superb filling in for Tom Trbojevic at fullback, while winger Haumole Olakau'atu scored a double to send Manly back into the top eight. The result consigned Brisbane to their sixth loss in seven games, with the Broncos in freefall and out of a finals-finishing position for the first time this year. But the story was Cherry-Evans, who turned in his best performance since announcing in March that he is leaving the Sea Eagles at year's end. The 36-year-old combined brilliantly with Hopoate, and was back involved in everything for the Sea Eagles. The half kicked in the lead-up to three tries, routinely booted Manly out of trouble, and had the Sea Eagles' right edge back playing with depth again. Crucially, the Maroons skipper's outing came hours after his rival for the Queensland No.7 spot, Tom Dearden, starred in the Cowboys' win over Wests Tigers. Cherry-Evans laid on Manly's first try when he grubbered for Clayton Faulalo, and Jesse Arthars failed to dive on the loose ball in the in-goal. Faulalo's second try came when Cherry-Evans sent the ball right and Hopoate fired a perfect cut-out ball for the winger to go over. It was one of several highlights for Faulalo, who twice kept the ball in play by popping it up in the air as he ran out like a cricket fielder on the boundary. Nathan Brown was the next to benefit from Cherry-Evans' kicking game, with the big prop chasing down a grubber for his first try since 2022. And when Cherry-Evans toed one ahead for Hopoate and the fullback sent Haumole Olakau'atu over on halftime, it was 22-6 and the halfback had made a statement. This was also close to Olakau'atu's best game since March, with a number of powerful runs to go with his passing game on the right edge. He had a second try late to seal the match, leaping up to take a Luke Brooks kick and dive over the line. Hopoate was the other star, setting the tone when he burst through a Payne Haas tackle in the opening set, before finishing the night with 228 metres. Haas was gallant for Brisbane three nights after being man of the match in Origin on a torn quad, but the spark is clearly missing from the Broncos attack. Ezra Mam had his moments, but he still made three errors and was booed by the Brookvale hill with every touch of the ball. Jesse Arthars had limited impact at fullback, as did Selwyn Cobbo on the wing, with the Broncos a long way removed from the team that ran in 50 points in round one. Daly Cherry-Evans has sent a message to his State of Origin critics, producing his best match in months to lead Manly to a 34-6 win over Brisbane. Three days after Queensland's loss left questions over his spot in the Maroons' side, Cherry-Evans set up three tries in the Sea Eagles' win at Brookvale. Lehi Hopoate was also superb filling in for Tom Trbojevic at fullback, while winger Haumole Olakau'atu scored a double to send Manly back into the top eight. The result consigned Brisbane to their sixth loss in seven games, with the Broncos in freefall and out of a finals-finishing position for the first time this year. But the story was Cherry-Evans, who turned in his best performance since announcing in March that he is leaving the Sea Eagles at year's end. The 36-year-old combined brilliantly with Hopoate, and was back involved in everything for the Sea Eagles. The half kicked in the lead-up to three tries, routinely booted Manly out of trouble, and had the Sea Eagles' right edge back playing with depth again. Crucially, the Maroons skipper's outing came hours after his rival for the Queensland No.7 spot, Tom Dearden, starred in the Cowboys' win over Wests Tigers. Cherry-Evans laid on Manly's first try when he grubbered for Clayton Faulalo, and Jesse Arthars failed to dive on the loose ball in the in-goal. Faulalo's second try came when Cherry-Evans sent the ball right and Hopoate fired a perfect cut-out ball for the winger to go over. It was one of several highlights for Faulalo, who twice kept the ball in play by popping it up in the air as he ran out like a cricket fielder on the boundary. Nathan Brown was the next to benefit from Cherry-Evans' kicking game, with the big prop chasing down a grubber for his first try since 2022. And when Cherry-Evans toed one ahead for Hopoate and the fullback sent Haumole Olakau'atu over on halftime, it was 22-6 and the halfback had made a statement. This was also close to Olakau'atu's best game since March, with a number of powerful runs to go with his passing game on the right edge. He had a second try late to seal the match, leaping up to take a Luke Brooks kick and dive over the line. Hopoate was the other star, setting the tone when he burst through a Payne Haas tackle in the opening set, before finishing the night with 228 metres. Haas was gallant for Brisbane three nights after being man of the match in Origin on a torn quad, but the spark is clearly missing from the Broncos attack. Ezra Mam had his moments, but he still made three errors and was booed by the Brookvale hill with every touch of the ball. Jesse Arthars had limited impact at fullback, as did Selwyn Cobbo on the wing, with the Broncos a long way removed from the team that ran in 50 points in round one. Daly Cherry-Evans has sent a message to his State of Origin critics, producing his best match in months to lead Manly to a 34-6 win over Brisbane. Three days after Queensland's loss left questions over his spot in the Maroons' side, Cherry-Evans set up three tries in the Sea Eagles' win at Brookvale. Lehi Hopoate was also superb filling in for Tom Trbojevic at fullback, while winger Haumole Olakau'atu scored a double to send Manly back into the top eight. The result consigned Brisbane to their sixth loss in seven games, with the Broncos in freefall and out of a finals-finishing position for the first time this year. But the story was Cherry-Evans, who turned in his best performance since announcing in March that he is leaving the Sea Eagles at year's end. The 36-year-old combined brilliantly with Hopoate, and was back involved in everything for the Sea Eagles. The half kicked in the lead-up to three tries, routinely booted Manly out of trouble, and had the Sea Eagles' right edge back playing with depth again. Crucially, the Maroons skipper's outing came hours after his rival for the Queensland No.7 spot, Tom Dearden, starred in the Cowboys' win over Wests Tigers. Cherry-Evans laid on Manly's first try when he grubbered for Clayton Faulalo, and Jesse Arthars failed to dive on the loose ball in the in-goal. Faulalo's second try came when Cherry-Evans sent the ball right and Hopoate fired a perfect cut-out ball for the winger to go over. It was one of several highlights for Faulalo, who twice kept the ball in play by popping it up in the air as he ran out like a cricket fielder on the boundary. Nathan Brown was the next to benefit from Cherry-Evans' kicking game, with the big prop chasing down a grubber for his first try since 2022. And when Cherry-Evans toed one ahead for Hopoate and the fullback sent Haumole Olakau'atu over on halftime, it was 22-6 and the halfback had made a statement. This was also close to Olakau'atu's best game since March, with a number of powerful runs to go with his passing game on the right edge. He had a second try late to seal the match, leaping up to take a Luke Brooks kick and dive over the line. Hopoate was the other star, setting the tone when he burst through a Payne Haas tackle in the opening set, before finishing the night with 228 metres. Haas was gallant for Brisbane three nights after being man of the match in Origin on a torn quad, but the spark is clearly missing from the Broncos attack. Ezra Mam had his moments, but he still made three errors and was booed by the Brookvale hill with every touch of the ball. Jesse Arthars had limited impact at fullback, as did Selwyn Cobbo on the wing, with the Broncos a long way removed from the team that ran in 50 points in round one.
Perth Now
9 hours ago
- Sport
- Perth Now
Cherry-Evans makes statement as Manly sweep Broncos
Daly Cherry-Evans has sent a message to his State of Origin critics, producing his best match in months to lead Manly to a 34-6 win over Brisbane. Three days after Queensland's loss left questions over his spot in the Maroons' side, Cherry-Evans set up three tries in the Sea Eagles' win at Brookvale. Lehi Hopoate was also superb filling in for Tom Trbojevic at fullback, while winger Haumole Olakau'atu scored a double to send Manly back into the top eight. The result consigned Brisbane to their sixth loss in seven games, with the Broncos in freefall and out of a finals-finishing position for the first time this year. But the story was Cherry-Evans, who turned in his best performance since announcing in March that he is leaving the Sea Eagles at year's end. The 36-year-old combined brilliantly with Hopoate, and was back involved in everything for the Sea Eagles. The half kicked in the lead-up to three tries, routinely booted Manly out of trouble, and had the Sea Eagles' right edge back playing with depth again. Crucially, the Maroons skipper's outing came hours after his rival for the Queensland No.7 spot, Tom Dearden, starred in the Cowboys' win over Wests Tigers. Cherry-Evans laid on Manly's first try when he grubbered for Clayton Faulalo, and Jesse Arthars failed to dive on the loose ball in the in-goal. Faulalo's second try came when Cherry-Evans sent the ball right and Hopoate fired a perfect cut-out ball for the winger to go over. It was one of several highlights for Faulalo, who twice kept the ball in play by popping it up in the air as he ran out like a cricket fielder on the boundary. Nathan Brown was the next to benefit from Cherry-Evans' kicking game, with the big prop chasing down a grubber for his first try since 2022. And when Cherry-Evans toed one ahead for Hopoate and the fullback sent Haumole Olakau'atu over on halftime, it was 22-6 and the halfback had made a statement. This was also close to Olakau'atu's best game since March, with a number of powerful runs to go with his passing game on the right edge. He had a second try late to seal the match, leaping up to take a Luke Brooks kick and dive over the line. Hopoate was the other star, setting the tone when he burst through a Payne Haas tackle in the opening set, before finishing the night with 228 metres. Haas was gallant for Brisbane three nights after being man of the match in Origin on a torn quad, but the spark is clearly missing from the Broncos attack. Ezra Mam had his moments, but he still made three errors and was booed by the Brookvale hill with every touch of the ball. Jesse Arthars had limited impact at fullback, as did Selwyn Cobbo on the wing, with the Broncos a long way removed from the team that ran in 50 points in round one.
7NEWS
3 days ago
- Sport
- 7NEWS
Andrew Johns calls for Queensland captain Daly Cherry-Evans to be replaced by Tom Dearden
Andrew Johns has called for Queensland captain Daly Cherry-Evans to be axed and replaced by Tom Dearden at halfback. The fallout from NSW's 18-6 defeat of the Maroons in the State of Origin series opener at Suncorp Stadium will include what changes Queensland make in Perth for game two on June 15. Cherry-Evans, the oldest Origin player in history, was below his best in his 26th match for the Maroons and NSW's greatest half said it was time for Dearden, who played No.14 on Wednesday night, to replace him. Johns also expressed the view that the Maroons, who were dominated up front and out wide, were not capable of fixing their issues. 'Look, no one beats Father Time and DCE is what, (36)? I think they have to pull the trigger and bring Dearden in,' Johns said on Nine. 'I don't know where the improvement comes with this group. 'New South Wales, if they were on tonight, they they win by 40 or 50. They left so many tries out there and they'll be better for that. 'I don't know if they can go up another level, Queensland. I think there has to be changes with (Canberra prop) Corey Horsburgh, he's one I think can add something. '(South Sydney forward) Jai Arrow is an Origin player, but the big one is Dearden and whether they pull the trigger on Dearden with DCE.' North Queensland co-captain Dearden played five-eighth in last year's series and was outstanding at No.6 for Australia in last year's Pacific Cup. Cherry-Evans was asked if he wanted another opportunity in Perth to show that he is not a spent force. 'Yeah, definitely. I guess with losing comes the question,' he said. 'So we've opened ourselves up to these sorts of questions, but I'd love the opportunity to come back and correct it.' Former Maroons skipper Cameron Smith also weighed in on the Cherry-Evans issue when asked if it was time to 'move on' from the Maroons captain, but he made it clear coach Billy Slater would be the crucial voice. 'Well, there's always that temptation and I think Billy will have that discussion with his selection panel and he'll go through this game thoroughly,' Smith said. 'He'll watch it multiple times from different angles from the high shot, from a reverse camera, from the shot that everyone watches on TV. And he'll pick it to pieces and he'll do his due diligence on what happened. 'There's no doubt that the key position players of Queensland lacked a bit of cohesion tonight. In the crucial moments of the game they just couldn't get the job done.' The Maroons had poor discipline, were clunky in attack and failed to own the middle of the field. They also had dud last tackle options and missed 48 tackles. Slater said the reasons why those factors prevailed were yet to be determined. 'That's probably something for the review, and looking through the the tape and, obviously sitting down with the group. At the end of the day it's got to come from the players,' he said. 'I definitely don't think it's a personnel thing. I know what this team's capable of and and that's why you can probably see I'm disappointed because they haven't played their best footy. 'I feel responsible to try and help them get there. So it's definitely not a personnel thing. They've had a great attitude as well. But to the discipline side of the game, the attitude wasn't good enough.'
