A markedly improved effort from the Eels saw the Blue & Gold prevail in hot and humid conditions at Ipswich. The 26-16 trial victory over the Gold Coast Titans has Parramatta much better positioned for Round 1 than a week ago and Sixties and Forty20 discuss their takeaways from the 10-point win.

The late omissions of Joe Ofahengaue, Ryan Matterson and Wiremu Greig caused a shakeup to the roster. How did the Brad Arthur and the Eels adjust and who starred as a result? The boys address their talking points from the preview podcast - was the linespeed and interplay between forwards on show?

There were some concerns to come from the game. From a subpar completion rate to a potential injury worry for Bailey Simonsson and a wait on the Match Review Committee for Maika Sivo. Sixties and Forty20 chat about how it all can shape the appoach to Round 1.