South Sydney’s star centre Dylan Walker says the defending premiers have total respect for the Canterbury Bulldogs who they defeated in last year’s grand final.

“Everyone knows they’ve got a big pack, skilful halves and great outside backs,” Walker said.

“They’re a great team and they have been for a very long time, we really have to be on our game.”

Tonight’s match is their second clash after their infamous Good Friday showdown which Souths also won.