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Yes I did, it would well for creating space down their left wing for that try from around their 22 line. I was thinking the same that it has been missing. Kiwis have continued to use it over the years, but we had let it drop.
'Run-on debut like no other': Junior Wallabies flyer announces himself to the world after stunning hat-trick
Maybe they didn’t want someone with those skills overseeing their “fiscally responsible” spending habits. It might be too limiting for them…
Rugby Australia announce $9.2m deficit, board member fails to be re-elected but coup falls over
I thought exactly the same Piru
Rugby Australia announce $9.2m deficit, board member fails to be re-elected but coup falls over
Was thinking similar Peter, did not seem so quick.
'Run-on debut like no other': Junior Wallabies flyer announces himself to the world after stunning hat-trick
Not sure. I think Laurie looking after the rucks.
'Run-on debut like no other': Junior Wallabies flyer announces himself to the world after stunning hat-trick
We are starting to produce a good crop of attacking players which we have been lacking in the past. We develop test match rugby smarts and we have potential. With the caveat of defence.
'Run-on debut like no other': Junior Wallabies flyer announces himself to the world after stunning hat-trick
The impact of the unknown is in this kids favour. I look forward to seeing more of him.
'Run-on debut like no other': Junior Wallabies flyer announces himself to the world after stunning hat-trick
😂 😂 😂 There is nothing coincidental about a loose forward repeatedly smashing a 10. No shame in owning it, as its part of the game. There is nothing illegal about it either. However, the arms either side of Edmed is a non wrap in disguise. It certainly wasn’t late though.
'Purely coincidental': Chiefs coach defends bruiser after ANOTHER late shot leaves Tah flattened - but was it legal?
My concern is players play out of their skins and hit their straps when they hear from their manager that overseas clubs want to see their potential. Or is that being cynical.
Wallabies in danger of losing Hanigan to ambitious French club just as forward enters his prime
Oh man, very shocked at this, so sad 😔
RIP Terry Hill: Former Manly great, Origin star and cult hero dies in Philippines
Herbert’s comments give me little confidence in the current administration. He thinks talking openly about RA problems is what is damaging its reputation, rather than the long standing problems themselves? Does he think the rugby public have their heads in the sand the way RA have these past 15 years and are oblivious of the clear issues? He shoots himself in the foot by saying he has read maybe 10 similar articles over the past decade. There’s a reason for that, and perhaps if change had been instigated rather than keeping things the same, RA might have started digging themselves out of their hole 10 years ago and we wouldn’t be where we are. The last article afforded clear solutions also, contrary to Herbert’s comment. If the board of RA really wanted change for the better by putting self interests aside, I’m quite sure solutions would have been found by now, but I fear the boys club culture is so entrenched, that nothing else seems possible for them.
'Easy to throw stones': RA chairman hits back at mudslingers' 'hypocrisy' after calls for AGM board cleanout
The Beale resurgence? I’m not sold on it yet, even less so for the Wallabies. Unless he is able to attract multiple defenders and develop a crisp offload game and learns to tackle effectively, I just don’t see him making a positive impact at test level. Modern test match defences are unforgiving towards independent runners who thrive on gaps. The modern test game requires team cohesion to succeed. He did well against the Crusaders, but, it was the 2024 version.
Five things: What Beale has over other golden oldies, double pain for Brumbies as Blues expose Australia's biggest weakness
I disagree.
I said nothing about penalising the crusaders for items that were not infringements, but to my eye, he was more pedantic on the crusaders at the breakdown.
Beale, Rodda shine on Super Rugby return as Force smash Crusaders to keep finals hopes alive
Was great to see the Force get the win, but very embarrassed by the refereeing. The Force literally had 16 men on the field.
Beale, Rodda shine on Super Rugby return as Force smash Crusaders to keep finals hopes alive
I like Paisami at 12 more than 13 at SR level. It seems to bring more variation into his game which has been sorely missed at the Wallabies
'Like a Scud missile': World Cup reject leads rout, but Reds suffer fresh blow with Petaia's season in jeopardy
Our current problem is not a lack of potential champions, it’s the development of their finer skills that true test champions possess, and that falls on our coaching development, or lack of it. We now have plenty of attacking potential, which is more than I can say we had up until about 5-6 years ago. But a team of players that has the ability to make good, winning decisions throughout a game is what makes them champions. Personally, I’m so tired of hype and excitement that is hamstrung by poor team cohesion and test match smarts. Some reality checks and honest reflection from RA would get me far more excited about a successful and sustainable future.
Enough of realistic expectations, let's get excited about future Wallabies
Loved watching the game. I can’t help but wonder if the Rebels good fortunes (at least in part), is the result of their dire straights. Playing like they have nothing to lose, because they quite literally don’t. This has been a feature of Australian rugby for about 20 years. I look forward to the day when Australian rugby teams Will again start applying themselves to their full potential whenever they run out on the field, instead of waiting until they are backed into a corner before showing us what they can actually do. It’s about taking real pride in your work and being fearless in battle, and it’s amazing what can unfold when teams decide to just do it.
'Kid wonder': Lancaster, Gordon shine as Rebels take one giant step in locking in maiden Super Rugby finals berth
A fun game to watch, nice offloads but Tahs defence got found wanting on the fringes way too much.
'Last few years have been hell': Iceman 2.0 Harrison gets 'dream come true' in Tahs' stunning golden point win
You could be right Peter. Our attacking breakdown issues have been so obvious for so long, I am dumbfounded that so little has been done about it. Maybe it was the coaches focussing on the wrong areas. Cheika just had our forwards charging in helter skelter without any signs of timing or technique. We literally showed stuff all interest in getting our hands dirty under Rennie. I still remember the ball being kicked to within 5 metres of the AB try line. The AB’s had to turn, run back, regroup for a defensive ruck, with no one available to cover the blind side. All we had to do was charge through, use momentum to push over the ball and score. What happened? We gave a half hearted chase, committed 2 forwards to the ruck ( with one going in too high), with the rest lining up for a glorious carry. The AB’s ran back, regrouped perfectly in a low formation, and pushed us off the ball. I doubt I’ve ever sworn so much. It was pathetic.
'Brutal and violent': The two aspects Reds workhorse wants to fix to take next step towards Wallabies
“If there were more players in Australian rugby with Smith’s attitude around the breakdown, the Wallabies would have scored dozens of more tries and secured several more wins in recent years”. ”Indeed, no area on the field has given the Wallabies more headaches since the 2015 World Cup than the attacking breakdown”. Now ain’t that the truth 👍
'Brutal and violent': The two aspects Reds workhorse wants to fix to take next step towards Wallabies
No no and no.
Rooster must remodel: Angus Crichton says he'd want to 'dominate' in rugby union - this is what he'd have to change
Cheika could be the man for the Tahs. Just don’t put him in charge of the green and gold camp. The Wallabies don’t need a Cheika style rev up and more post match interview embarrassment. He himself exhibits the exact opposite of what he demands of his players; “no excuses”.
Five things we learnt: Why Cheika could be the man to resurrect Tahs, Thor is the new Quade, value of sevens
It’s symptomatic of rugby’s position in Australia unfortunately. RA are desperate and not yet self sustaining in terms of elite level player and coaching development. Causes short term thinking and reactionary responses.
Wonder kid offered 3-yr, $1.6m deal to stay in Aussie rugby - and why it could see Wallabies stars leave Ballymore
It’s surely of no surprise.
Top coaches demand top $, and can get it overseas.
Why come over here for less money and more work, trying to turn half baked rugby players into competitive professional players.
The abandonment of our own coaching development program is what set us up to fail. Presumably, the powers at be thought stuff that, we’ll cut the program, save some money, and just import our top coaches. Leaving us with diddly squat….
Set up to fail: The gaping hole in Aussie Super Rugby coaching CVs - with one clear exception
Totally agree 👍
Exclusive: Wallabies star weighing up big move to England