See all the crucial numbers from an enthralling AAMI Park contest against the Roosters on Friday night.
152
Jahrome Hughes’ sizzling footwork in the second half of Friday night’s contest helped the halfback to a team high 152 metres gained against the Roosters. Two line breaks and a line break assist showed how dangerous the New Zealand international can be with ball in hand.
40
Harry Grant continued his stellar 2022 season showcasing why he is Storm’s leading tackler of the year to date. Friday night was no exception with Grant recording a team and game high 40 tackles.
12
Experiencing a career best season, Nick Meaney notched up his 12 try of the year when he crossed line in the 65th minute of Friday night’s contest. The versatile back has surpassed his 10-try year with the Bulldogs last season and has also amassed 132 points in purple during 2022 since taking up kicking duties in Ryan Papenhuyzen’s absence.
5
The Roosters’ narrow victory over Storm at AAMI Park was Melbourne’s first defeat to Sydney since 2019, snapping a five-game streak. Should the teams meet again in September, Craig Bellamy’s side will be looking to turn the tables and square the ledger after an epic contest in Round 24.