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Interesting thoughts, and the need to build depth is uncontroversial (even if the major top tier unions merely pay lip service to the cause).
However, I would not be backing your suggestion to end the historic international test matches. They developed organically, rather than being foisted upon us from above. The television money they generate is proffered for good reason by the TV marketplace. A Six Nations weekend is a fantastic atmospheric occasion, and one which is “felt”, as well as enjoyed. Capacity sellouts between 65-80,000 at each of the old 5 nation grounds.
I would contend that without that national test TV money, Scotland would have failed the transition to professionalism (we’ve struggled in any event). There would only be “part-time” pros playing in country, the talent would be sucked to the big money down south and in France (happens anyway, but the two pro teams at least provide something for us to cheer locally, and mean it’s only the superstars of the stature and marketability of a Stuart Hogg or a Finn Russell who command the biggest premium that the SRU Pro sides cannot match). So – all in all – I’d say that the 6 Nations is a good thing. Also – awesome Fun party time, which encourages fans to travel to the other cities to experience the hale and hearty hosting of our neighbours!
Oh, and we toured Fiji last time we were down under to play you guys. ; )
Just food for thought.
Rugby needs globalism, not traditionalism, to reach its potential
Yeah T-man. That was what I thought immediately after the Scotland game. SA will bring real bossing in the tight. As a Scot, I’m very aware of that “lack” in the Scotland team – the absence of real physical menace & ball carry, we’re a bit soft really. Japan’s awesome hands & pace in attack with quick ruck ball, and with accuracy in tackle and ruck in defence – which combined so well against Scotland, will be that much harder pressed against the Bok’s energy at the breakdown.
The AB’s dominance of the forward battle agin Ireland demonstrates the issue, as the Boks were much more competitive in their match.
That said, I’m very much looking forward to watching it.
P.S. Commiserations to Wallabies fans, congrats to England.
Can Japan repeat the Brighton Miracle at the 2019 Rugby World Cup?