Saifiti is tipped to make his Blues debut in game two, after coming in to replace the injured David Klemmer, but Meninga doesn’t think it is a like for like replacement.
“An inexperienced prop coming in to what is a must-win game, taking the place of a very experienced player in David Klemmer - I find that a bit strange,” Meninga said.
“I just think you need another experienced prop to start the game.’’
The shock selection of the 23-year-old Knights front-rower to replace one of the Blues best in game one is a risk.