The Tip Sheet – 2025 Ep 74: Panthers Prevail, Eels Face Nervous Wait On Kautoga

A plucky first half effort from the Eels gave way to a fragmented second stanza as Parramatta fell to the Panthers in Round 19. While Parramatta were keen to chance their arms and test the reigning premiers, a mounting error toll - and yes, some poor officiating - allowed Penrith to stretch out to what was ultimately a comfortable victory. There is plenty of concern for Kitione Kautoga as well after he succumbed to a hip-drop tackle in the first half. Sixties and Forty20 review the loss and where it leaves the Eels as they turn the corner into the red-hot Raiders next Saturday.