克朗布拉鲨鱼队半卫尼科·海因斯日前表示，自己目前的竞技状态已经超越了2022年获得达利M奖的赛季。[1]海因斯指出，当年人们主要关注他的助攻和精彩镜头，而他认为"我知道我可能比达利M那一年表现得更好"。[1]
海因斯最近创造了连续32场进球的纪录，逐渐逼近哈泽姆·埃尔·马斯里保持的35连续进球历史纪录。[1]本赛季海因斯平均每场触球45次，相比2022年的61.7次明显下降，但他与助攻领跑者布拉顿·特林德尔搭档，帮助克朗布拉升入前四。[1]主教练克雷格·菲茨吉本和海因斯本人均强调，防守和拼抢等基础技术同样关键，而非仅聚焦进攻亮点。[1]
Cronulla Sharks halfback Nicho Hynes has asserted that his current form surpasses his Dally M award-winning season of 2022, attributing his improved overall play to a more balanced approach.[1] Hynes has recorded 32 consecutive games with a try assist, putting him within striking distance of Hazem El Masri's NRL record of 35 consecutive try assists.[1] The achievement represents a significant milestone for the Sharks, with Luke Covell's club record standing at 28 consecutive try assists set in 2006, and coach Craig Fitzgibbon's previous personal best of 26 consecutive from his 2004 stint with the Roosters.[1]
The statistics reveal a fundamental shift in Hynes' playing philosophy. While his average touches per game have dropped to 45 this season compared to 61.7 in 2022, Hynes argues this reflects a more complete contribution to the team.[1] "I know I might be playing better than my Dally M year, but back then people only saw my assists and highlight plays," Hynes stated.[1] Partnering with Braydon Trindall, who leads the NRL assist rankings with 29 try assists, Hynes has been instrumental in propelling Cronulla into the top four, including a commanding 32-16 victory over South Sydney.[1] Coach Craig Fitzgibbon has emphasized the importance of foundational elements such as defense and effort rather than offensive fireworks alone.[1]