Sam Walker produced a masterful performance on Thursday night, leading the Roosters to a dominant 60-18 victory over the Dragons in front of a packed Allianz Stadium.
After being dropped from last year’s Anzac Day clash, Walker returned with a vengeance, setting up three tries, scoring one himself, and booting 10 conversions. He was instrumental in the Roosters’ ruthless display, which condemned Shane Flanagan’s Dragons to their worst defeat under his tenure.
The Saints’ misery began early on when Moses Suli was knocked out in the opening minutes. Despite taking the early lead, the Dragons were outplayed for much of the match, with Walker orchestratring the Roosters’ attacking onslaught.
Nat Butcher, Angus Crichton, Joey Manu, and Luke Keary all crossed for tries as the Roosters piled on the points. A penalty try was also awarded after Fa’amanu Brown pulled Walker back as he attempted to dive on the ball.
The Dragons’ second-half fightback proved futile as the Roosters continued to score at will. Manu, Butcher, James Tedesco, and Joseph Suaalii added further tries to give the Roosters a resounding victory.