Strange watching knowing that at least 3 players on the field were let go far too soon/wrongly by us (of course not necessarily familar with the reasons S Tomkins left, but Davies and McIllorum could've been kept at the very least)

Answered the age old question of "why is he going to the screen, the TJ is right there"

We went into Manchester then to Salford Quays and I was pleasantly surprised at the number of fans in both areas. Obviously not as many as previous finals but still a fair turnout.
Atmosphere on the ground was pretty decent too

Well yeah there is that, more commonly the TJ will play it safe and say "I've got a try but check touch and grounding." the ref knows he can't give touch himself so won't even be focusing on it.

Is there a point you're trying to prove highlighting this?

He's been on this forum for 15 years and I don't think ever made a point.