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After the mid-year internationals, I decided to focus my attention on the game from a different point of view. For years, I've thought that…
The closeness of Rugby Championship 2022 puts teams in the southern hemisphere on alert about two aspects that are often thought of as opposing.…
The entry of the Pacific franchises into the Super Rugby ecosystem generated a lot of expectations in the field of sports and in business…
COVID-19 left issues that still persist in the high-performance competition in the southern hemisphere. The suspension of Super Rugby devastated the South African franchises…
A quick reading of what happened in the Six Nations, which reflects the state of things in world rugby, allows us to glimpse a…
Super Rugby Pacific is on the launch pad, tightening belts and with COVID-19 putting match logistics under scrutiny. This edition of Super Rugby incorporates…
The Autumn Nations Series offered the opportunity to test the depth and vulnerability of the game patterns observed during the last Rugby Championship against…
Argentina have been showing oscillations that prevent the generation of a sustainable gameplan. During their July European tour, they had largely surpassed Romania, but…
RSA's participation in The Rugby Championship renewed the meaning and opportunity of a question that still alters the dream of coaches: how to play…
In Argentina we have a popular saying that the devil knows more for being old than for being a devil. This is one possible…
As if it were a story by Jorge Luis Borges, South Africa once again embodies multiple performances and a single role, where the particularities…
A few days before the start of the Rugby Championship, the teams already showed their tactical novelties in matches played during July. The limitations…
Argentina began its 2021 European tour with a previous list of 67 players, of which 29 play rugby abroad. The team's cohesion indicators show…
Literature influences my relationship with the world and that also includes rugby. It's rare there is a memorable game or game situation that doesn't…
Any enigma about the physical preparation and the evolution of the Springboks' game will be revealed when they face the British and Irish Lions.…
While the tournament is not over yet, with four rounds of Super Rugby Trans-Tasman elapsed, we can firmly say that the New Zealand teams…
Only after having read all the comments and opinions on The Roar about the current situation for Australian teams in Super Rugby Trans-Tasman did…
SANZAAR recently announced the confirmation of The Rugby Championship 2021 with a 12-match format, including South Africa. With four teams on the scene, the…
I agree with you JCMascher…! Throughout TRC2022 the breakdown was a recurring problem for AUS. He showed the lowest completion rate and also committed the most penalties.
'Spend them all on locks': Giteau Law bolters Dave Rennie should pick to fix Wallabies' biggest weakness
Hi Harry, excellent clinical vision…! I think that the development of a working group in rugby is a subject 100% of the selectors of the squads and those in charge of formulating the programs to increase cohesion. From the news we know, all the cards are already played for Australia. But I want to remind you that AUS together with NZL were the teams that gave the most space in their squad to players with less than 30 caps (27 players make up 67% of the total). If I think about the quality of the players that work in Australia A, the matter becomes juicy based on the talent and the experience contained. It would only be a matter of time. What cannot wait is the need to nurture the talent pool based on the development of provincial and inter-provincial competencies. Regarding the latter, in Argentina today we are in the same situation as Australia: without too many competitions of that level. One last comment: the shortfall in AUS lock yield should be overcome in the medium term.
'Spend them all on locks': Giteau Law bolters Dave Rennie should pick to fix Wallabies' biggest weakness
Not before RWC2023. After completion, all revisions would appear
Wallabies' 'technically reprehensible' flaw emerges in deep dive into The Rugby Championship rivals
The word ´Sabre´ or ´Sable´ in Spanish, comes from Hungarian and has, in addition to the allusion to the curved weapon, a reference to the color black in the field of heraldry. I loved your cross-reference and your play on words.
Wallabies' 'technically reprehensible' flaw emerges in deep dive into The Rugby Championship rivals
Thanks NoBrain..! I appreciate your comments, as they come from someone who knows the conditions in which video analysts and the very few data analysts in Argentina must work. Big hug
Wallabies' 'technically reprehensible' flaw emerges in deep dive into The Rugby Championship rivals
Thank you for your consideration, Nick. Every activity can be improved and no one is exempt from this statement. Especially when the point of view we adopt will inevitably modify the object. One last consideration: flavor and knowledge (in Spanish Sabor/Saber) share the same Latin etymological origin: and flavor is the last thing that is lost when we pursue knowledge.
Wallabies' 'technically reprehensible' flaw emerges in deep dive into The Rugby Championship rivals
Thanks Harry…! Respect for the construction of alternative or different points of view and collaboration are main aspects of our game. I think everyone here at The Roar practices it.
Wallabies' 'technically reprehensible' flaw emerges in deep dive into The Rugby Championship rivals
Harry Wilson is a good prospect. I have been able to verify it in his work for Reds SuperRugby. But I think his trainers and his home club had to polish some skills, especially his high inclination to award penalties in the execution of the breakdown. Should the Wallabies do it or should the point guards do it…? The answer to this question could improve some individual performances.
Wallabies' 'technically reprehensible' flaw emerges in deep dive into The Rugby Championship rivals
This is the best invitation I have read in a long time, and includes me.
Wallabies' 'technically reprehensible' flaw emerges in deep dive into The Rugby Championship rivals
It may be a valid exercise to exclude ITA from the analysis. A recent comment on Twitter pointed out to me the need to do so. The truth is that the championship is what it looks like and ITA was the adjustment variable for all those who needed to win games and add bonus points. But watch out, because ITA excelled in 2022 playing perhaps their best 6N yet.
Wallabies' 'technically reprehensible' flaw emerges in deep dive into The Rugby Championship rivals
Much of the work to mitigate the AUS lineout was on the correct reading of the line by the opponents. ARG, for example, fought on equal terms for effectiveness at the line in Rd.1. But on Rd.2,
AUS fell to 81% while Los Pumas maintained their metric. Sanctioned or penalized lines (6) are also part of the problem.
Wallabies' 'technically reprehensible' flaw emerges in deep dive into The Rugby Championship rivals
Just as relevant as the lack of maul tries was the totally inexperienced execution of the opp maul defense.
I really couldn’t believe how some things developed for Wallabies.
Wallabies' 'technically reprehensible' flaw emerges in deep dive into The Rugby Championship rivals
AUS and Dave Rennie have made a very interesting bet, which should be kept in mind. They have gathered for TRC2022 young troop and has boosted AUS “A”. 64% of the total players employed in the tournament had less than 30 caps, and this is a strategy (exacerbated by recurring injuries) to fuel expectations in the medium term. Do not believe it…?
Wallabies' 'technically reprehensible' flaw emerges in deep dive into The Rugby Championship rivals
15 penalties per game by Los Pumas would be the gateway to the search for a good story, Carlos…? I don’t see the point at which you begin to build a relationship capable of multiplying and growing with what you read. This is a journalistic publication and not a scientific article. As you will see, the point of view builds the object.
Wallabies' 'technically reprehensible' flaw emerges in deep dive into The Rugby Championship rivals
It’s not good that you fight alone Harry…!
Wallabies' 'technically reprehensible' flaw emerges in deep dive into The Rugby Championship rivals
Many commentators and trend moderators are ‘crying out’ for a specific referee for scrum situations. could this be a reality after RWC2023…?
Wallabies' 'technically reprehensible' flaw emerges in deep dive into The Rugby Championship rivals
Hi Harry, how are you…! Without a doubt, after Argentina’s beating in Hamilton, the most consistent teams are NZL and RSA. I was analyzing the metrics of Los Pumas and found some surprising constants. The ratio of missed tackles versus breaks conceded to the opponent is one such correlation. I think the point spread favors AUS over ARG (+3) and that is the measure of comparison of the respective declines today.
Seven All Blacks, six Boks and just one Wallaby and Puma make our TRC team of the tournament so far
Dave Rennie’s motto seems to be that every team that wins a game gets no changes to its starting roster. Personally, I am interested in the ´evolution´ of the RSA game but my sympathies for AUS are ´in crescendo´. It only takes another game win to plant confidence and trust. Greetings Nick…!
ANALYSIS: 'Improves everyone around him': What Reece Hodge did that makes him undroppable at 15
Hello Nick…! AUS played a game that was not only effective, but extremely enjoyable to watch. I think that improving discipline in set plays is one of the keys to countering RSA. Greater effectiveness in executing the breakdown would really put him on the next rung. Hodge’s work is impressive, very far from the performance of Tom Banks and the rest of the improvisations for a 15 in Wallabies.
ANALYSIS: 'Improves everyone around him': What Reece Hodge did that makes him undroppable at 15
Leaving aside some differences in the game, both AUS and ARG support the expansive game. Yes, it will attract spectators, for sure. Another infallible element for the good health of the show is the ´drama´. Without the amount of ascent and fall, the story never ends being a good story. Don’t you believe so…? Without a doubt, it is a different TRC than here, and it looks fantastic to me 😊 🏉
International innovation: How France and Argentina solved their most glaring issues from 2019 ahead of another World Cup
How are you ThugbyFan…! I was surprised to read in specialized New Zealand media that AABB’s defeat was due exclusively to his inability to handle the game, rather than the excellent execution of the Los Pumas game plan. Perhaps they are putting the pressure on NZLRugby and his coaching staff. After a shaky start to TRC2022, ARG put on some good rugby against AUS at Rd.#2, maximizing the momentum of the game as the Wallabies reabsorbed bruises. At this point, the signs of ARG’s recovery were generally quite clear. The Pumas have had great control of the breakdown, even avoiding it by keeping the attackers on their feet to slow down the phase game. Rd.#4 awaits us to ratify what some think of as a simple disruption, while the Autumn Series will validate the changes against the northern hemisphere.
International innovation: How France and Argentina solved their most glaring issues from 2019 ahead of another World Cup
Thank you Decoy…! We celebrate a lot and without a doubt it is the result of work and effort. The location of our country makes the logistics of access to Tier1 competitions very expensive. But here we are. The analysis is simple and forceful. NZL penalties at the breakdown accounted for 71% of total penalties versus ARG’s 33%. That made the difference in scoring through Emiliano Boffelli’s boot. The rest was a very solid defense, capable of slowing down NZL’s ultra-fast balls.
International innovation: How France and Argentina solved their most glaring issues from 2019 ahead of another World Cup
Hi Harry, good comment…! A mix of chronicle and relief typical of a true fan. The truth is that RSA has a serious problem when it has to move from the implementation of plan A to plan B. Neither against NZL nor against AUS did the transition to the desired scenario work. RSA currently reaps 1.5 points for every visit generated at 22M Opp. and that is something inadmissible for any team that plans to retain the title of world champion.
ANALYSIS: Boks need new blood and new ideas, and should take a lesson from Cheika's Argentina
In Argentina we come from soccer. I assure you that what awaits us when we cross that border is what we saw in Nic White and much more. But we must not forget that his counterpart was in Faf De Klerk. Fortunately, Los Pumas marked an important change, well designed and very well articulated. Quite far from the gestures of NW.
ANALYSIS: Boks need new blood and new ideas, and should take a lesson from Cheika's Argentina
Hello Harry, good approximation to the next friendlies in NH under the SWOT tool…! As I’ve mentioned in other comments a while back, all teams need to prove they’re up to the challenge. As far as Los Pumas is concerned, I think that the real project is not about RWC2023 but about what will happen to them. I find no other explanation for hiring a coach under the modalities proposed by Cheika. Simply inadmissible. From the sports and not so sports, Argentina has a lot to improve, starting with the discipline. The defense has shown its strength. But the great deficit appears in optimizing the possession in 22 M Opp. What to do and how to do it…? That is the imperative of any game system and Los Pumas must show that they understand this type of ’emergency’.
Paraphrasing tangentially T. S. Elliot: could we say that November would be the cruelest month…? Uncertainty is part of game planning and this is what is fascinating about rugby today.
'Tour of hell': Who looks strong, who looks weak and who's under PRESSURE in the big north vs south battles