We’ll not be stung – in-form Giants ace Kirmond

May 9 2009 Huddersfield Daily Examiner

“They beat us easily the first time around at their place, but the following season we gave it a really good go when we played at home and only lost by eight points.

“I remember how much we looked forward to taking on these Super League players and how much we raised our game as a result, so I know how much Rochdale will enjoy coming here looking to upset us and see what they can do.

“So it’s vital for us to be ready to meet Rochdale head on from the start, because I’m sure they’ll come out firing, and we have to make sure we keep at our level and do whatever it takes to get through to the next round.

“Every player dreams of reaching a Challenge Cup final, including the Australians who come over here, and that should be motivation enough to make sure we don’t take anything for granted in this tie.”