The NRL showdown between the Sea Eagles and Rabbitohs has been highly anticipated, but the rivalry between the two teams has been taken to a new level with the coaches’ feud reaching boiling point.
The feud between Sea Eagles coach Des Hasler and Rabbitohs coach Wayne Bennett has been simmering for some time, but it reached a new level of intensity when the two teams met in Round 8 of the NRL season.
The two coaches have a long history of disagreements, with Bennett accusing Hasler of being too conservative in his approach to coaching and Hasler accusing Bennett of being too aggressive. The feud reached a new level when Hasler accused Bennett of being disrespectful to his players and Bennett accused Hasler of not giving his players enough freedom.
The tension between the two coaches was evident during the game, with both coaches exchanging heated words on the sidelines. The game itself was a tight affair, with the Sea Eagles eventually coming out on top by a score of 18-14.
The feud between the two coaches has been a major talking point in the NRL and it is clear that it is far from over. With both teams set to face off again in Round 22, this rivalry is sure to continue to heat up as both teams battle for a spot in the finals.
No matter who comes out on top in this rivalry, one thing is certain: the NRL will be better off for it. The intensity of the rivalry between these two teams will ensure that fans are treated to some of the most exciting rugby league action of the season.
