Overview

• Ryan Papenhuyzen is battling a niggling calf strain that forced him to withdraw from the past two fixtures and he will run midweek to determine his availability for Round 20
• Cameron Munster has remained on indefinite leave following the death of his father and has yet to rejoin Storm training or be cleared for selection
• Melbourne’s medical and coaching staff have emphasised long-term fitness by prioritising cautious load management over rushed returns
• The Storm have secured victories in Papenhuyzen’s absence but are set to face the Manly Sea Eagles at AAMI Park without two of their key playmakers
• With no byes left in the regular season, load management decisions will be crucial as the Storm navigate the run-in to the finals