Even when the game was dead and buried, Clint Gutherson found a way to engage in debate with the referee as Parramatta ended a five-game losing run on Thursday.
The inspirational skipper overcame a “nervous” start against the Sharks, running for 279 metres as his side gained a crucial 34-22 win at CommBank Stadium.
Mitchell Moses led the troops around in a wonderful attacking display, while Gutherson worked tirelessly at the back for the Eels against the NRL ladder leaders.
Speaking on Nine post-game, the captain admitted it had been a “whirlwind” period for the club after the sacking of Brad Arthur, but hopes the bad times are in the past.
