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Whatever happened to Duncan Paia’aua? Wasn’t he selected for the squad last year as backup 10?

Wallabies CONFIRMED: Rennie makes SIX starting team changes for Boks battle, opts for 6-2 bench split

And Donaldson showing he’s good but nowhere ready for test level

Wallabies losses like San Juan help build the case against Dave Rennie

I like Rennie. I reckon most Australians do. And this helps explain the long period of grace he’s enjoyed since he took over as Wallabies coach. But by my reckoning, the honeymoon may now be over

Wallabies losses like San Juan help build the case against Dave Rennie

“… a strong showing by Noah Lolesio over the rest of this year could end Cooper’s Wallabies comeback.”

Yeah nah. As much as I’d like to see it happen, there’s no way. Cooper is light years ahead of Lolesio.

Wallabies casualty ward: Fainga'a concussion means Rennie is missing a staggering 17 players

JOC has some advantages over Lolesio. His playmaking/vision is better, his defence is generally better and, most of all, he can stand flat rather than sit deep because he’s worried about being rushed, getting flustered and making mistakes. That’s the way I see it, anyway.

WILL GENIA: How Wallabies should react to Quade shocker, potential 'superstar' and 'incredible' backrower excel

For me Donaldson should be definitely given some WB game time asap. He has the potential to be better than Lolo, JOC and Hodge, who have all had plenty of chances without ever being more than “solid”. No guts, no glory.

WILL GENIA: How Wallabies should react to Quade shocker, potential 'superstar' and 'incredible' backrower excel

Ken, while we don’t know precise details of his parting with Cheika, Quade has talked much about the changes he undertook in the period following. I’m surprised that you haven’t noticed he has long become more “zen” or spiritual. He posts snippets of wisdom frequently on social media. Follow him and enjoy!

AUS vs. ARG: Wright boosted by key role, two debutants named, Rennie's bench gamble, Cheika's sweeping changes

I know Quadey’s gone all zen and everything but you’d imagine he’d love to see Cheika lose…

AUS vs. ARG: Wright boosted by key role, two debutants named, Rennie's bench gamble, Cheika's sweeping changes

Nah. I don’t think you understand the thinking of your average Wallaby fan. I’ve found that most are like me, love nothing more than beating the Blacks but support them against everyone else.

Rugby News: Stewart shocker - Reds ace leaving but NOT for the Rebels, Holloway to debut for Wallabies, Porecki OUT

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