World News – AU – The one who escaped for Bennett’s rabbits

When Adam Reynolds stepped in in the final minutes to nail what appeared to be a potential 40/20 game trailing by four against the Panthers in the prelims, ANZ Stadium went into pandemonium

It was a moment that perhaps defined the abilities of the tiny playmaker with the boot as he instilled a sense of undying hope in his troops in this unique class game.

The reactions around the park were wild and the disbelief in the comments was palpable as the Souths looked set to host one of the comebacks of the ages

Through the thinnest of margins, Reynolds’ foot made contact with the 40-yard line, drawing his 40/20 draw and effectively ending the game as a mutual sense of defeat swept away by Bunnies fans

It’s a bitter pill for Redfern loyalists to swallow, but NSW Blues coach Bard Fittler has insisted South Sydney has so much to celebrate after a wild season

« Look at that, one step, away Just one step, » Fittler said while watching reruns of Reynolds’ 40/20 attempt

« When Gerrard Sutton moved around and put his hand on Penrith’s side everyone said ‘no’ we all thought he was behind It was an amazing kick

« The South Sydney thing No Latrell Mitchell, no James Roberts, no Ethan Lowe, no Brayden Burns They came in with about five or six players Allan falls injured, Sirronen leaves What an effort from South Sydney It’s scandalous

« I have to say I didn’t even think they would make the eight They fight until the last minute of the qualifying grand final Their fans must be pretty proud of their efforts this year I think »

Penrith finally closed the game 20-16 to secure his tickets to face the Storm in the NRL Grand Final next Sunday

James Bracey, of Nine, said this would be the moment when « Bunnies fans ravaged whoever escaped »

« They’ll be thinking about this particular moment It’s the toes, the toes on the line and that was a game changer »

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