“I just want to be Maika.”
Parramatta’s new Fijian winger was keen to distance himself from comparisons with Semi Radradra and told media this week he wants to carve out his own place in the game.
Yet, while he may not like the comparisons, early indications are that Sivo - like Radradra - is set to become a firm Eel’s favourite. Indeed, while Radradra always seemed a little uncomfortable talking to media and shy amongst the fanbase, Sivo’s early interviews are charming and he wears a big Fijian grin that never fails to delight.
In particular, Sivo beams with warmth and pride when discussing his family and village back in Fiji.
“They sent me a couple of photos from the weekend. They were sitting down at my Uncle’s house watching the game, there was nearly a hundred of them watching the game.”
Indeed, Sivo became noticeably emotional as he discussed the chance he has to lead a path forward for others.
“I was the first one from the village to come and play here, I feel more responsible… I want to set an example [for the kids].”
Sivo laughed when asked about he disallowed try. “I thought was on there”, before adding “hopefully this week”.
Captain Clint Gutherson said the “big boy” was nervous for his debut. “He’s smiling again this week. He’s going to be much more confident, leading into the game… he’s just going to do his thing again.”
We love you already, Maika.
CLICK HERE FOR SIVO’S INTERVIEW ON PARRAEELS.COM.AU
https://www.parraeels.com.au/news/2019/03/20/sivo-to-set-an-example-for-aspiring-fijian-nrl-players/
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Nice article on Maika on NRL.com as well.
https://www.nrl.com/news/2019/03/20/how-awful-maika-sivo-survives-p...
We do love our cult heroes at Parra
Guru, Tooks, Sideshow Bob, Fui, Semi, now Maika
What a great young man this guy is. At the moment it feels awesome to be an Eels fan & I hope Sivo becomes part of a Parra team that is ready to realise their true potential.
I think it was the new grub on the block Latrell Mitchell who also took this line.
Compared to Inglis and Maninga his reply went along the lines of, "Well actually I am neither of them I am Latrell Mitchell"
Playing similarities do not make another player a clone of the original, but media and fans alike always denigrate new kids on the block by NOT accepting the player for who and what he is in his own right. He MUST be a clone.
Sivo was sucking in the big ones near the end of the game.
What a luxury for the side when you have Fergo, Sivo, Taka and The King returning your first three or four hit up.