Benji Marshall is the Allen Iverson of Rugby League. Came in the the sauciest moves. Side-step, flick pass, no-look pass. All never seen at the top level and changed the game. We all wanted to be him growing up trying to flick pass, side step etc..... The Galop move is called a 'goosie.' He brought that specific style of goosie into the NRL too.

Cannot underestimate the legendary nature of Benji Marshall. He made it cool for Kiwi kids to come to Australia and dominate the Australian league. He did it like he was a kid at school with his mates, playing around etc. Even as an Aussie, I respect the hell out of him; and he's one of those players and gentlemen of the game that nobody has anything bad to say about. A universally loved player, and a pioneer for sure. I remember the game he made himself known; it was against (my team) the Brisbane Broncos, and it was his first game (?) and he stepped around all these legends like it was nothing. Then all the kids at school were in the playground copying him.

He's an absolute legend. Everyone at my school growing up would try to imitate his step and flick passes when playing footy

Woowww I literally just commented on an older video to react to Benji Marshall. Then I click on your channel and see this hahaha, love it. My favourite player ever.

That last pass is so good you gotta watch it in slow mo trust me the accuracy I don't think I would ever see anyone do that pass with so much precision

Shaun Johnson’s nickname was “Princess”. Make of that what you will. Benji came back from 4 shoulder reconstructions. Retired last season. He changed his game from a young flash 5/8 to an outstanding organiser. Total opposite roles. Would not disagree if he was named as one of the Immortals. He’s going back to his beloved Tigers as an assistant coach next year to be mentored toward being their head coach in 2025. Outstanding guy off the field too!!

You probably know this by now but 6 (five eight) and 7 (halfback) are playmakers. But the game has evolved to the point where the 9 (dummy half/hooker), 1 (fullback), and even 13 (lock forward) can play-make as well. Structured or adlib eyes up football.

He was the J. Will of the NRL. Every kid wanted to be Benji on the schoolyard. Special, special player.

Loved Benji Marshall..... His 'bunny hop' was legendary lol....and he was a magician with his ball passes. The kindest and most gentle soul you'd ever meet too. He was shattered when his beloved 'Tigers' let him go...So he rang South Sydney Rabbitohs coach and asked if there was a chance he could come and help with the training team.... He was told 'No way, we want you as a player'.... He was an inspiration to our boys...they were all doing the 'bunny hop' lol and loving his tricks and were inspired by him. a true G.O.A.T. Thanks again for this

Great reaction mate 👍 Check out Tommy Turbo from 2021.He had the best stats in the history of the game.He played in NSW state of origin series win.And check out the 2021 tries of the year lol number 1 is insane. And also don't forget Jorge Taufua and Steve Matai,s biggest hits. One tackle from Jorge on Cameron Munster went viral.The best tackle in the history of league .

Great to listen to Vossy and Rabs calling games and commenting on the little things they know so much about

This dude's ball/passing and elusive running skills has always been off the hook. That flick pass(behind the back pass.)shown in the highlights to Fitsy was in the 05 Grand final vs the Cowboys, which the Tiger's went on to win albeit the last GF they've taken part in since.I am a fully fledged West Tiger's fan.Thanks for posting this clip on the little master.

Ahhh yes benji Marshall. I think you should react to the tigers vs roosters 2010 semi-final. Imo the best nrl game of all time

This is just his best playing for the Tigers, his initial club he came back to near the end of his career. He also played for the Rabbitohs, Broncos and Dragons, as well as Rugby Union.

that first pass was a no look pass. The halfback (number 7) and five-eighth (number 6) are the "playmakers". The players who direct the team around and call the plays.

benji would be at school mid week then play league in the weekends. 4 shoulder recons dudes a goat

The new tigers coach in waiting. Not a tigers fan but wish Benji the best. His evolution from crazy skill to game manager is underrated

Another good review. I'll try and give you a quick description of the positions, they correlate to the numbers on the jerseys. No. 1 -7 are the backs, they are the points scoring, fast running, passing, kicking players. No. 8 - 13 are the forwards, they are the BIG MEN and will run hard and straight all day, not much passing, they are the engine room and determine game domination/momentum. 1. Fullback - last line of defense, kick returns, extra man in attacking line, runs the most meters in a game. 2. Winger - fast guy who sticks to the sideline and scores a lot of tries as he gets the last pass. 3. Centre - plays and defends one in from winger, fast guy with good footwork and passing skills. 4. Centre - as above, opposite side of the field 5. Winger - as above, opposite side of the field 6. Five eighth - generally organizes the backline movements (all the guys above) and is one of the in-play kickers (chips, bombs etc) to create opportunities. Fast runner, great passing skills 7. Half back - the loudest voice on the field, the general team organizer. Organizes the forwards (big guys below) for field position and is a go to kicker. Darting runner, excellent passing and kicking skills. 8. Prop/Front row - largest guy on the field, runs the ball hard and straight, tackles all day. 9. Hooker (middle of scrum front row) - plays dummy half which is the guy who passes the ball after each tackle (play the ball), quick darting runner, scheming player, works with half back, occasional kicker, makes 40-50 tackles a game. hardest working position on field. 10. Prop/Front row - as above 11. Second row/back rower - defends next to backs (small fast guys 1-7) runs hard and straight but is used out wider in attack, more mobile than front row. 12. Second row/back rower - as above opposite side of field. 13. Lock - a very mobile ball playing forward who will often be first receiver, run and pass to 6 or 7. Cover defense and a lot of tackles in a game, very hard working position.

Love Benji. He’s just taken up an assistant coach position with the tigers leading him to becoming the coach in time. He’s quit his media jobs to concentrate fully on it. This is the best chance the tigers have to get out of the cellar.

I just watched your game 3 origin reaction & my first reaction was this guy knows his stuff as someone new to our game I thought immediately i gotta get u onto a Benji Marshall highlights real but here u r already my man lol good stuff! Benji is now retired but he will take up a coaching roll next yr at the wests tigers. He was massive for us mid 2000 through to 2012. Unfortunately we ( Wests tigers suck atm & are last place 16th lol. We need Benji to bring his magic back!

Prime Benji - from 2005 to probably 2011 - had probably the best feet I've ever seen, great agility and speed, and an incredible pass. Overcame some serious shoulder injuries too. He's rarely mentioned amongst the greats (he should be), but his prime 6 or so years was elite

Exactly his position is called "Half back/#7" This is the equivalent of the QB position in rugby league. Main play makers usually being the Half back,Five eight/#8(Five eight meaning the position in between the 5 foward positions and the 8 backs.)and in more recent time's the Full back/#1

Good analogy to say the number 6 and 7s, which are the "five eighth" and the "half back" and the point guards of the team. They are the playmakers. After each play the ball, the "dummy half" which is usually the number 9 on a team, will pass to either the 6 or 7 to initiate the play. In a nut shell: 1 is the fullback. They play a pivotal all round role, organising the defence and striking hard when they see an opportunity in attack. 2 and 5 are the wings, they play on each edge of the field. They are great finishers and score most of the teams tries. 3 and 4 are the centres. Don't let the name confuse you though as they are next in from the wings. They usually receive the ball and try to draw the opposite wing in to create an overlap for their wing to score. Also usually great defenders. 8 through to 14 are the "forwards". They do the bulk of the general hit ups and play in the middle of the field. They are also the primary line of defence. They are the battering rams of the team 9 is the dummy half. Usually does the most tackles on defence, and follows each tackle on offense to pick up the ball when it's played by the tackled player. They are instinctive players with high IQ, quick hands and feet. 6 and 7 float around and usually each will sit either side of where the tackled player is to give the dummy half an option on both sides to create plays.

There’s a set of masterclass videos by active and former players that describe different phases of play really well

Well I can see your learning the rules in best League in the world the NRL is the best I try to watch it every Saturday and Sunday morning! But they do have an abundance of greats!

most people forget that a half/5eigth position also has to defend and its usually a rampaging 2nd rower, in NFL terms your QB is on the defense side and has to make 15 - 30 tackles a match against somebody who weighs 15 - 30kgms more then they do.

FYI Benji is about to start his NRL coaching career in 2023 as a trainee for 2 years in which he will take over the head coach of his beloved tigers

The move that teams use the most is called a block play. It’s where one guy runs flat off the ball handler and the other guy sweeps around behind him so the ball handler can throw it short to the flat runner or behind him to the guy sweeping around. Teams will run this multiple times a game

Oh yes!!! You guys are doing this right!!!!

Marshall is coaching Tiger's next first year coaching in NRL

GOAT QB/PG rugby league player is Johnathan Thurston. Clutch plays in big moments and tough as nails

2:48 Yo that's called a goose step

Hes a TOP BLOKE also. he was on Aussie Celeb Apprentice this year & won it. he literally GAVE AWAY all his things he was suppose to sell to raise money haha hes unreal. one of the best feet in the game

Great reaction u get it

Another key as with most great players, they have the MJ-Pip duo thing going on. In Benji's case a guy named Robbie Farah played hooker (passes off the deck at every tackle, generally directs play left or right) and was definitely that player for Benji. Farah was very good also, if not quite the highlight player benji was

roger tuivasa-sheck is the next video of a player you should watch. The man could step his way out of handcuffs.

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You should react to the greatest NRL grand final of all time from 2015 It’s between the cowboys and the broncos It’s just the highlights Although the full game is up on KZfaq if you wanted to check it out

What’s good guys, Love your videos. I’m an former rugby league player and I’ve also coached junior leagues. I am happy to help you guys with understanding the finer details of the game, rules, offensive and defensive plays etc… Also you should check out Darren Lockyer (QLD legend and future immortal of the game)

The way you say "benji" at 2:30 is the same way we said Benji as kids when we tried immatating him at parks lmao. Yous have Kobe, LeBron and Tom Brady To us that's guys like Prime benji Marshall lol

Check out jharal yow yeh. Should see a highlight of jharal representing australia and benji Marshall representing new zealand coming head on and benji gets lifted. Unfortunately his Professional career ended far too soon due to injury. Loving your videos bro. From Brisbane australia.

If you like Steve Matai's big hits then you'll like Justin Olam from the Melbourne Storm. They play the same position but different eras.

BENJ learnt how to step from my old man!

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Idk if you want to react to Jarryd Hayne? He's been in some controversy but has some crazy highlights.

Now dont forget the world cup is happening at the moment ok hope you get to see some games .

And in And1 hoop terms... as you say....yer Benji was an ankle breaker 4sure

I got into the fantasy league but I am trying to get it so I don’t have to go to the link every time I want to see my team

Having good halves in league is equivalent to having a really good point guard in basketball. Benji could pass the ball like Chris Paul and take you're ankles like Iverson lol

have a look at JASON TAUMALOLO

Speaking of rugby league from an American standpoint, here's an old oddity from 2004 you may find interesting - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Z7mplJZ3lcvbl2g.html

Can you watch Matty Bowens highlights

You need to react to Jonathan thurston he's regarded as the 🐐

React to justin olam

Ah well , at least they've still got Robbie , the corporate mouthpiece.

If you liked Benji you are gonna love Darren Lockyer. Brisbane/Queensland/Australian Captain and soon to be an Immortal. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jpZ7qqykluCvg5c.html

You don't watch enough rugby union you seem to watch rugby league all the time Even though rugby union is more popular around the world

Mate you should react to this. m.kzfaq.info/get/bejne/f99da5ygnaqsp5s.html That’s the highlight reel of Allan Langer playing state of origin.. he stands at 5’5 and weight maybe 180lbs still one of the greatest that ever lived.

Why are you watching Benji Marshall??? You should instead check out Cooper Cronk or Jonathan Thurston - they are MUCH better players.