Saints boss wants more video refs

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Referee Ian Smith also came in for severe criticism from Anderson, who complained in particular about the validity of Huddersfield centre Paul Whatuira's try on the stroke of half-time. The score came after the hooter had sounded and followed a kick from Giants captain Chris Thorman that rebounded in the Saints in-goal area.

"The RFL have got to invest in technology because the try before half-time was absolutely diabolical. It was the biggest 'play' of the game," said Anderson. "I want to get a clock that actually reads 40 and the hooter goes at 40 - and they should invest in video refs because I would love to have seen a stack of those tries."

On Smith, Anderson added: "We've had him for four out of eight games, and I've had my dose of him.

"I wonder if he's up to this standard. I'm bemused by his performance in general. He's not had a TV match - which shows something.

"We didn't get a single call of the 50-50s."

Giants coach Jon Sharp hailed his players, saying: "I was really pleased with the response I asked for.

"The issue I had was discipline - but I thought we smartened our act up.

"Our four new faces were brilliant - especially young Michael Lawrence, who is only 17. The importance of fresh people over the Easter period cannot be over-estimated."