Robinson’s brief absence opened the door for debutant Shalom Sauaso to take her first strides in the competition, having already forged a formidable standing in rugby union and Rugby 7s. The 18-year-old did not look overawed by the occasion, coming up with several crunching tackles while running for 86 metres and five tackle busts from just eight carries. Prince admitted he remained unsure where the Ipswich product’s long-term future lay, given in her maiden appearance she covered centre, lock and prop. “She’s that sort of talent where she can play anywhere. She looks like she’s played there for the last five to 10 years, and when you get that it’s inspirational for your team. We’re not in a rush to pigeon-hole her in any position.”Scott Prince on Shalom Sauaso