Jacob Preston praises Stephen Crichton while criticizing captaincy during World Cup
Jacob Preston criticized his Canterbury captain Stephen Crichton during Australia's World Cup campaign last Sunday. Preston, a standout performer at 25, attributed his success to Crichton, who helped instill winning habits at the Bulldogs. Australia coach Kevin Walters praised Preston's resilience, noting he thrived under pressure despite fierce competition for a starting position.
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Published 13 Nov 2026, 04:30 UTC · Updated 13 Nov 2026, 04:40 UTC
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