This week's guest tipster made his mark in the Brisbane Bears midfield from 1987-1993.
For those who don't remember, Matthew Campbell averaged around 18 possessions per game and managed to sneak 28 goals in his 79-game career.
Sadly, the fledgling Bears only managed to win 16 of those games. I do recall trundling down to Carrara on the Gold Coast for Round 20 in 1991 to watch Peter Daicos bag 13 goals, but that's enough reminiscing.
Let's instead focus on Matt's game-high 37 possessions.
Ater a career of individual success amid team disappointments, he's since managed to back a winner career-wise by joining the Sportsbet team in business development.
He is also a sports broadcaster with Fox Sports and has been involved with sports broadcasting for 15 years since retiring from the AFL.
Today, he's been kind enough to share some tips for the weekend.
Tips:
Rugby league: Melbourne to cover the -4.5 start against Parramatta at $1.92.
Horse racing: Saturday, Sydney Race 7, No 9 Speed Gifted to win.
At aussiepunt, we're with you Matt. We'll whack 10% of our bankroll on each of your selections!
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Friday, October 2, 2009
Rugby league grand final
"My heart says Parramatta, but my head says Melbourne."
It's a common phrase ringing out amid rugby league fans in Sydney. And while grand finals can by a good betting option given that both teams will be giving their all (and usually the best team does win), this one's tricky.
The question I can't answer is whether the hype will have an effect. Melbourne doesn't have the same passion and expectation as Parramatta. The fairytale aspect behind Parramatta's bid is extraordinary.
Will Hayne and co be able to perform on the big stage? They did last week against the Bulldogs, so you would think they'll be able to repeat the dose.
BUT ... Melbourne is a side full of big-game players. They have half the victorious Queensland State of Origin side, including Greg Inglis, Billy Slater and Cameron Smith.
I'm with the crowd, and the rule of thumb with punting is to always allow your head over-rule your heart.
Melbourne to win.
And if you're unsure, this week's guest tipster is former AFL player Matthew Campbell from Sportsbet. Let's see what he's got to say about the grand final later today!
It's a common phrase ringing out amid rugby league fans in Sydney. And while grand finals can by a good betting option given that both teams will be giving their all (and usually the best team does win), this one's tricky.
The question I can't answer is whether the hype will have an effect. Melbourne doesn't have the same passion and expectation as Parramatta. The fairytale aspect behind Parramatta's bid is extraordinary.
Will Hayne and co be able to perform on the big stage? They did last week against the Bulldogs, so you would think they'll be able to repeat the dose.
BUT ... Melbourne is a side full of big-game players. They have half the victorious Queensland State of Origin side, including Greg Inglis, Billy Slater and Cameron Smith.
I'm with the crowd, and the rule of thumb with punting is to always allow your head over-rule your heart.
Melbourne to win.
And if you're unsure, this week's guest tipster is former AFL player Matthew Campbell from Sportsbet. Let's see what he's got to say about the grand final later today!
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