Melbourne Storm Edge Out Canterbury Bulldogs in Thrilling Contest
Brilliant Bulldogs Performance Falls Short Against Melbourne's Class
Summary:
The Melbourne Storm have secured a hard-fought 16-14 victory against the Canterbury Bulldogs at AAMI Park on Friday night. Despite a spirited effort from the Bulldogs, the Storm's class ultimately proved to be the difference in a closely contested match.
The Bulldogs started brightly, scoring the opening try through Matt Dufty in the 10th minute. However, the Storm responded with two tries of their own, courtesy of Cameron Munster and Christian Welch, to take a 10-6 lead at the break.
In the second half, the Bulldogs fought back through a try to Jake Averillo. But it was Storm fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen who proved to be the match-winner, scoring a crucial try in the 65th minute.
Despite a late try to Bulldogs winger Josh Addo-Carr, the Storm held on for a narrow victory.
The win consolidates the Storm's position in the top four, while the Bulldogs remain anchored at the bottom of the ladder.
Match Highlights:
- Canterbury Bulldogs 14 (Tries: Dufty, Averillo, Addo-Carr; Goals: Averillo 1/2)
- Melbourne Storm 16 (Tries: Munster, Welch, Papenhuyzen; Goals: Smith 2/3)
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