With the NRL season well and truly underway, and the competition heating up, it is time to look at who are the three most important players at every club around the competition.
From players who are Origin stars and in form, to others who have missed the mark this year but still hold the keys to their entire team's operation, these are the players your team can simply not perform without.
Canterbury Bulldogs
Stephen Crichton
Critta is the lifeblood of the Bulldogs and although he may not be the flashiest or most skilful player, he is seen as the clubs “spiritual leader.”
Crichton leads on and off the field and when he is absent from the team, his lack of presence is highly felt. Moving into a role in the halves, the Origin player has become even more important to this club.
Matt Burton
Leading into this season, Burton was the most important player in the Bulldogs squad however, a few positional changes and lacklustre team performances have brought a damper to Burton's game.
When the team is up, Burton is on and becomes an integral part of this side - a real danger for opponents. Matt Burton is still important to the Bulldogs and will continue to prove his skill and ability throughout his career.
Lachlan Galvin
The much-maligned half is a man on a mission in 2026.
Galvin has been playing out of his skin and has gained a newfound lease on life as he becomes the Bulldogs hopes of making the top 8.
Galvin has a fantastic running game and is starting to become one of the most important players in the Bulldogs squad.
