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The Michael Cheika era has been characterised by a rolling storm over his Wallabies selections. It started with Nic White, Liam Gill and Joe…
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Good point about Hunt too Jez. Another mystery. This article was originally titled the Curipus Case of Quade Cooper before the Eds changed it but it also applies to KH.
Why aren't we talking about Quade Cooper?
Good point Cuw he was a great asset for the Reds. My point is we have few dynamic ball runners in Oz so let’s get the most out of what we have and adapt. We have many dynamic outside backs so let’s re-role a few. We have done it in the past when we used to innovate and we can do it again.
How does Australia find a world-class No.8?
I think the line out requirement with the Pooper is key. So you need a dynamic ball carrier who is also a line out option. But in my alternative backrows we get that from our 6.
How does Australia find a world-class No.8?
Hope you’re wrong DJ but I am not confident it could pan out exactly as you say.
How does Australia find a world-class No.8?
Dunno PS maybe Chris FS from the Reds would have more impact in tight as a backrower. DHP is a gifted fullback and could also be a playmaker in the back 3 so I wouldn’t move him.
How does Australia find a world-class No.8?
I think it’s a good suggestion SB and he’s played at 6 before for the WBs. But does he add dynamic impact in the back row which is what I’m getting at?
How does Australia find a world-class No.8?
I saw the Highlanders slip a back into the scrum last weekend as part of a planned move PK so that is an option for the Tahs.
How does Australia find a world-class No.8?
Thanks Brett that’s good to hear. What I like about Naisarani is he can play both tight and loose as required. McKellar seems to like having him in tighter than he played in the NRC last year.
How does Australia find a world-class No.8?
Thanks NV. If he keeps up his current form Cheika may try pretty hard to talk him out of it.
How does Australia find a world-class No.8?
Haha too true Harry?Finding big backrowers has never been a problem for your teams though!
How does Australia find a world-class No.8?
Thanks Brett and for sure this is just going to make Folau’s future performances even more critically scrutinised. How he responds when back on the field will be interesting. Maybe it will ignite some form or maybe the reverse but he has opened up a window for opponents to sledge him. I think this is all leading to his departure from rugby unfortunately.
Izzy ready for the on-field barrage?
Agree Fionn Naisarani and Timu probably the frontrunners out of those guys. The injury to Valetini is a real blow, reckon he has all the attributes to be a very good 8.
How does Australia find a world-class No.8?
Tupou and TN remind me of Vunipola in how they play and that’s why I thought about it.
How does Australia find a world-class No.8?
That is true! We are starting to get a few good ones together now though.
How does Australia find a world-class No.8?
TN was a winger and backrower for the Fiji national team at senior schoolboy level RTT. Some Fijians are actually able to play as both backs and forwards. That may be undignified….
How does Australia find a world-class No.8?
Thanks Brett is a big concern for those teams. I think there are a bunch of factors responsible, including the role and quality of the bench players.
Second-half fade outs holding back Australian teams
Thanks fnq?Doesn’t seem much to ask for a hooker does it mate?
Five big questions Rugby Australia must ask Michael Cheika
Maybe Jameswm. But it is high risk play and leaves holes in the defence. Another reason I am not a fan of Grays shooter system
Five big questions Rugby Australia must ask Michael Cheika
Feel free to write your own original material then Tsuru. Look forward to it?
Five big questions Rugby Australia must ask Michael Cheika
Yes Timbo as mentioned above I got my Mafis mixed up. ISI N did have a mix up but will be eligible before RWC 2019.
Five big questions Rugby Australia must ask Michael Cheika
Curious
Why aren't we talking about Quade Cooper?