Ryan Papenhuyzen believes Sydney Roosters skipper James Tedesco has reclaimed his mantle as the NRL's best fullback but is hoping to cut short his resurgence with a Melbourne victory in their preliminary final.
Overcoming his latest leg injury to regain full fitness, Papenhuyzen will wear the No.1 jersey in front of a sell-out crowd at AAMI Park on Friday night, where the Storm will strive to make their first grand final since their 2020 premiership.
