Tigers improve defense dramatically under coach Benji Marshall

Tigers coach Benji Marshall expressed pride in his team's performance after their 30-18 victory over the Dolphins. He emphasized their resiliency, especially in the second half, even though the first half was difficult. Key players like Samuela Fainu and Api Koroisau made crucial contributions to the win. Last season, the Tigers had the worst defense in the NRL, allowing 750 points. Now, they are doing much better, conceding only 11.33 points per game after three matches. Marshall praised his team's determination to keep fighting until the end against a skilled Dolphins team. Despite their struggles, he acknowledged that losing does not diminish the Dolphins' quality. The Tigers started slow and needed a late surge, with Koroisau scoring a decisive try in the 75th minute. Marshall noted that the team still needs to improve their teamwork, especially the connections between key players. He mentioned his excitement about young player Lachlan Galvin but said outside speculation about his future won't impact his on-field performance. Marshall also highlighted the importance of veteran Jarome Luai's leadership during the game. Overall, he is pleased with the fight shown by his team, calling their defensive performance the best they’ve had this season.