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Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2021 3:21 am
by Carter's Choice
Sad to see Beauden Barrett using the media to coerce Ian Foster to select him at no.10. I've never previously seen another player use the media to pressure selectors in this way. This is unprecedented. Perhaps instead of trying to bully Ian Foster, BB should actually start playing some decent Rugby at 10, and stop living off his achievements in 2016?
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2021 4:01 am
by Jb1981
I would prefer he did his talking on the field. I can’t see any good coming of his time in Japan. He’s still eligible for the ABs but playing in an environment where it is hard to assess form and if he is playing 10, he’ll be even more likely to want the Lion’s share of time there even if he is wearing 15.
If he can find some sort of form again a bench spot is looking more and more the best option. Failing that a pension contract offshore.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2021 6:15 am
by Dan54
Jb1981 wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 4:01 am
I would prefer he did his talking on the field. I can’t see any good coming of his time in Japan. He’s still eligible for the ABs but playing in an environment where it is hard to assess form and if he is playing 10, he’ll be even more likely to want the Lion’s share of time there even if he is wearing 15.
If he can find some sort of form again a bench spot is looking more and more the best option. Failing that a pension contract offshore.
just out of interest did you see the press conference? I not quite sure what was said that upset anyone.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2021 6:27 am
by Jb1981
Dan54 wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 6:15 am
Jb1981 wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 4:01 am
I would prefer he did his talking on the field. I can’t see any good coming of his time in Japan. He’s still eligible for the ABs but playing in an environment where it is hard to assess form and if he is playing 10, he’ll be even more likely to want the Lion’s share of time there even if he is wearing 15.
If he can find some sort of form again a bench spot is looking more and more the best option. Failing that a pension contract offshore.
just out of interest did you see the press conference? I not quite sure what was said that upset anyone.
No but there are extracts on the previous page - admittedly without the context of whether questions were asked or he raised it. I still think for Barrett and the AB’s game that he is better with less time at 10 for any side he is playing for. I don’t think it is a coincidence that him and Mo’unga on the field together has worked best when they have defined roles and both don’t try to play the same one.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2021 7:09 am
by Dan54
Jb1981 wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 6:27 am
Dan54 wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 6:15 am
Jb1981 wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 4:01 am
I would prefer he did his talking on the field. I can’t see any good coming of his time in Japan. He’s still eligible for the ABs but playing in an environment where it is hard to assess form and if he is playing 10, he’ll be even more likely to want the Lion’s share of time there even if he is wearing 15.
If he can find some sort of form again a bench spot is looking more and more the best option. Failing that a pension contract offshore.
just out of interest did you see the press conference? I not quite sure what was said that upset anyone.
No but there are extracts on the previous page - admittedly without the context of whether questions were asked or he raised it. I still think for Barrett and the AB’s game that he is better with less time at 10 for any side he is playing for. I don’t think it is a coincidence that him and Mo’unga on the field together has worked best when they have defined roles and both don’t try to play the same one.
I not commenting on where he should play etc, just wondered why anyone is upset that he replies to questions when he is at press conference where is the star player for his club in Japan. Mate , papers take extracts out of almost any press conference and try and get a reaction, it's called click bait? Happens in most sport or political writing. ou only have to read in papers what Trump has said or supposedly said, or has done, I have very very little time for him, but don't believe a hell of a lot what I read about what he says from press on either side.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2021 8:14 am
by Ymx
Has Trump now tried to claim the AB 10 jersey. Motherfucker.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2021 8:41 am
by mrbrownstone
I'd much rather Beauden let his form do the talking too, and I don't think pressuring through the media is a great look even if he was just responding to a silly quesion, but this is hardly unprecedented:
But in a column penned for The Rugby Site ahead of his 100th match for the Crusaders, Carter says he sees his international future in the No 10 jersey.
"I know I am going to get asked about whether I may move back to 12 in the latter half of my career. If I can keep my fitness and form for the 2015 World Cup might it be as a second five-eighth?" he writes.
"Well, let me be polite about this. I am a lot more comfortable at 10 these days. All that experience is better used at first-five. So, when you add it all up, it comes to 10."
http://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/rugby/6776 ... s-position
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2021 8:54 am
by Jb1981
Ymx wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 8:14 am
Has Trump now tried to claim the AB 10 jersey. Motherfucker.
He’s been advocating good clean out work - “stop the steal”.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:05 am
by FujiKiwi
Barrett saying that he’s “aspiring” to play “a little more” at 10 for the All Blacks hardly sounds like sinister coercion.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:12 am
by Jimmy Smallsteps
FujiKiwi wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:05 am
Barrett saying that he’s “aspiring” to play “a little more” at 10 for the All Blacks hardly sounds like sinister coercion.
He's got form for having a thinly veiled whinge about not getting to play 10 for the ABs.
Then he gets a start this year and plays like absolute shit.
He should be happy to start anywhere given his recent form.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:12 am
by Jimmy Smallsteps
Dan54 wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 6:15 am
Jb1981 wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 4:01 am
I would prefer he did his talking on the field. I can’t see any good coming of his time in Japan. He’s still eligible for the ABs but playing in an environment where it is hard to assess form and if he is playing 10, he’ll be even more likely to want the Lion’s share of time there even if he is wearing 15.
If he can find some sort of form again a bench spot is looking more and more the best option. Failing that a pension contract offshore.
just out of interest did you see the press conference? I not quite sure what was said that upset anyone.
That's why we have reporters. So we don't have to attend them all ourselves. I for one had to work today.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:54 am
by FujiKiwi
Jimmy Smallsteps wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:12 am
FujiKiwi wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:05 am
Barrett saying that he’s “aspiring” to play “a little more” at 10 for the All Blacks hardly sounds like sinister coercion.
He's got form for having a thinly veiled whinge about not getting to play 10 for the ABs.
Then he gets a start this year and plays like absolute shit.
He should be happy to start anywhere given his recent form.
He wants to play at 10. It’s fine if he wants that and it’s OK for him to say so.
Like you I don’t think he should play at 10. Unlike you, I believe he’s within his rights to have his own wishes and to express them honestly.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2021 10:56 am
by Jimmy Smallsteps
FujiKiwi wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:54 am
Jimmy Smallsteps wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:12 am
FujiKiwi wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:05 am
Barrett saying that he’s “aspiring” to play “a little more” at 10 for the All Blacks hardly sounds like sinister coercion.
He's got form for having a thinly veiled whinge about not getting to play 10 for the ABs.
Then he gets a start this year and plays like absolute shit.
He should be happy to start anywhere given his recent form.
He wants to play at 10. It’s fine if he wants that and it’s OK for him to say so.
Like you I don’t think he should play at 10. Unlike you, I believe he’s within his rights to have his own wishes and to express them honestly.
Express his wishes honestly? Sure. If he'd come out once or twice and said my preferred position is 10, all good.
But what he is actually doing is mounting a concerted campaign, through the media, about what he thinks Foster's tactics should be. This is far from the only occasion.
He obviously thinks his record warrants it, but I think he's going too far and it's disrespectful towards the coach and the team.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2021 7:08 pm
by Dan54
Jimmy Smallsteps wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:12 am
Dan54 wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 6:15 am
Jb1981 wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 4:01 am
I would prefer he did his talking on the field. I can’t see any good coming of his time in Japan. He’s still eligible for the ABs but playing in an environment where it is hard to assess form and if he is playing 10, he’ll be even more likely to want the Lion’s share of time there even if he is wearing 15.
If he can find some sort of form again a bench spot is looking more and more the best option. Failing that a pension contract offshore.
just out of interest did you see the press conference? I not quite sure what was said that upset anyone.
That's why we have reporters. So we don't have to attend them all ourselves. I for one had to work today.
Mate it was on the news. Anyway if you read what reporters say to save you having to listen to anyone god help you, I hope you read bloody good papers.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2021 7:16 pm
by Dan54
Dan54 wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 7:08 pm
Jimmy Smallsteps wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:12 am
Dan54 wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 6:15 am
just out of interest did you see the press conference? I not quite sure what was said that upset anyone.
That's why we have reporters. So we don't have to attend them all ourselves. I for one had to work today.
Mate it was on the news. Anyway if you read what reporters say to save you having to listen to anyone god help you, I hope you read bloody good papers.
And apologies for asking if you saw it on tv mate, I just realised you live in melbourne so wouldn't of seen it.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2021 8:42 pm
by Certain Navigator
FujiKiwi wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:54 am
Jimmy Smallsteps wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:12 am
FujiKiwi wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:05 am
Barrett saying that he’s “aspiring” to play “a little more” at 10 for the All Blacks hardly sounds like sinister coercion.
He's got form for having a thinly veiled whinge about not getting to play 10 for the ABs.
Then he gets a start this year and plays like absolute shit.
He should be happy to start anywhere given his recent form.
He wants to play at 10. It’s fine if he wants that and it’s OK for him to say so.
Like you I don’t think he should play at 10. Unlike you, I believe he’s within his rights to have his own wishes and to express them honestly.
Yep, totally agree. I personally wouldn't have Barrett anywhere near 10 for the ABs, but nobody should have any problem with him stating his aspirations to play there. Lots of players over the years have expressed a preference for one position over another and Barrett is just the latest — it's not as though he's doing a Trump.
Nothing to see here.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Thu Jan 28, 2021 11:52 pm
by mrbrownstone
I'll believe it when he's signed on the dotted line, because we've heard this before, but the rumor that RTS is signing with NZR after this NRL season with an eye to the World Cup is circulating hard again.
Would love to see it, he's a special talent. Although at nearly 29 it'll be a difficult transition, competing against BB, Jordie, Jordan, Havili, McKenzie, Bridge, Reece, Clark et al.
You'd say his big strengths are his run metres and tackle busting ability. Last 3 seasons in the NRL he's come 8th, 2nd, and 6th for most tackle busts and 4th, 2nd, 5th for must run metres. No surprise he's also consistently Top 10 for total runs and kick return metres.
Not sure without the kicking game he's suited to fullback, but would love to see him on the right wing instead of Jordie.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Fri Jan 29, 2021 12:20 am
by Enzedder
FujiKiwi wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:05 am
Barrett saying that he’s “aspiring” to play “a little more” at 10 for the All Blacks hardly sounds like sinister coercion.
Ali and Dog like to go all Karenish with non-Canterbury coaches and players.
He was asked questions at a press conference FFS. Being the polite guy he is, especially in a new situation, he answered.
Bloody Nancies.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Fri Jan 29, 2021 2:20 am
by Ted.
Jimmy Smallsteps wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:12 am
FujiKiwi wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:05 am
Barrett saying that he’s “aspiring” to play “a little more” at 10 for the All Blacks hardly sounds like sinister coercion.
He's got form for having a thinly veiled whinge about not getting to play 10 for the ABs.
Then he gets a start this year and plays like absolute shit.
He should be happy to start anywhere given his recent form.
He has! I'd love to dissect these mealy mouth utterances, are there any links you might have?
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Fri Jan 29, 2021 4:36 am
by Trapper
Beaudy is a great backup for Richie at 10. We are lucky to have them both. In saying that is BB available this year for the ABs or are we going to see DMac as backup? I don’t see anyone else to fill the position but I do think O’Black could make a go of it if given the opportunity.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2021 4:35 am
by Jimmy Smallsteps
Ted. wrote: ↑Fri Jan 29, 2021 2:20 am
Jimmy Smallsteps wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:12 am
FujiKiwi wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:05 am
Barrett saying that he’s “aspiring” to play “a little more” at 10 for the All Blacks hardly sounds like sinister coercion.
He's got form for having a thinly veiled whinge about not getting to play 10 for the ABs.
Then he gets a start this year and plays like absolute shit.
He should be happy to start anywhere given his recent form.
He has! I'd love to dissect these mealy mouth utterances, are there any links you might have?
Have you been living under a rock, Ted? The Blues coaches have noted he's been vocal about wanting to play 10 rather than 15, while he's been directly quoted wanting to play 10 rather than 15 for the All Blacks.
I think he should show some self-awareness and breathe a sigh of relief that he's still getting a start.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2021 4:36 am
by Jimmy Smallsteps
Trapper wrote: ↑Fri Jan 29, 2021 4:36 am
Beaudy is a great backup for Richie at 10. We are lucky to have them both. In saying that is BB available this year for the ABs or are we going to see DMac as backup? I don’t see anyone else to fill the position but I do think O’Black could make a go of it if given the opportunity.
I'd much prefer to see Josh Ioane handed the 22 jersey.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2021 4:37 am
by Jimmy Smallsteps
Enzedder wrote: ↑Fri Jan 29, 2021 12:20 am
FujiKiwi wrote: ↑Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:05 am
Barrett saying that he’s “aspiring” to play “a little more” at 10 for the All Blacks hardly sounds like sinister coercion.
Ali and Dog like to go all Karenish with non-Canterbury coaches and players.
He was asked questions at a press conference FFS. Being the polite guy he is, especially in a new situation, he answered.
Bloody Nancies.
That doesn't make much sense given I am a Highlanders supporter, Enz.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2021 5:27 am
by mrbrownstone
Roger Tuivasa-Sheck switch confirmed. Sounds like the Blues are strong favourites for his signature.
“This will be my last year with the club and I will be moving to NZ rugby next year,” Tuivasa-Sheck said. “The club has been supportive of me. I’m really grateful for that.
“It’s [rugby] always been there, it’s no secret. Rugby has been the game I’ve grown up playing; it’s always been there in the background.”
https://www.smh.com.au/sport/nrl/warrio ... 56y1i.html
Certainly going to be interesting. He's an exceptional talent so hope he makes a good fist of it and it turns out more SBW than Benji. Imagine that Blues backline:
9. Christie
10. BB
11. Clarke
12. Faiane
13. Ioane
14. Telea
15. RTS
Will be interesting to see where he ends up if he can crack the ABs. As I said above, doubt he has the kicking or distribution game to be an international fullback. I reckon right wing or super sub would be ideal.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2021 5:55 am
by FujiKiwi
Haven’t watched league in years. Is this Tuivasa-Sheck kid that good? How transferable is his skill set?
EDIT: Sorry, hadn’t read mrbrownstone’s post above carefully enough regarding RTS’s kicking and distribution. Answers some of my questions.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2021 7:02 am
by Monkey Magic
Rts is a fantastic athlete and think will be hell of a lot better than Benji, if he came over a couple seasons ago think he could have had a fantastic international career. As it is I can see him as an 11 or a non kicking 15...
The guy can make things happen and seems to have great head on his shoulders to bring people with him.
Not sure if has been mentioned, but the poor man's Derren witcombe, James parsons retired as well this week bc of concussion
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2021 7:39 am
by Trapper
Jimmy Smallsteps wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 4:36 am
Trapper wrote: ↑Fri Jan 29, 2021 4:36 am
Beaudy is a great backup for Richie at 10. We are lucky to have them both. In saying that is BB available this year for the ABs or are we going to see DMac as backup? I don’t see anyone else to fill the position but I do think O’Black could make a go of it if given the opportunity.
I'd much prefer to see Josh Ioane handed the 22 jersey.
I like him but he looked anything but AB material last season imo. In fact I reckon Mitch Hunt played better at 10 than he did.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2021 8:47 am
by Jimmy Smallsteps
RTS strikes me as a Richard Kahui-style right winger.
A tall and powerful three-quarter.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2021 8:47 am
by Gumboot
Trapper wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 7:39 am
Jimmy Smallsteps wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 4:36 am
Trapper wrote: ↑Fri Jan 29, 2021 4:36 am
Beaudy is a great backup for Richie at 10. We are lucky to have them both. In saying that is BB available this year for the ABs or are we going to see DMac as backup? I don’t see anyone else to fill the position but I do think O’Black could make a go of it if given the opportunity.
I'd much prefer to see Josh Ioane handed the 22 jersey.
I like him but he looked anything but AB material last season imo. In fact I reckon Mitch Hunt played better at 10 than he did.
Ioane had a poor 2020. He's back at square one imho.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2021 8:48 am
by Jimmy Smallsteps
Gumboot wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 8:47 am
Trapper wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 7:39 am
Jimmy Smallsteps wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 4:36 am
I'd much prefer to see Josh Ioane handed the 22 jersey.
I like him but he looked anything but AB material last season imo. In fact I reckon Mitch Hunt played better at 10 than he did.
Ioane had a poor 2020. He's back at square one imho.
No way, class form etc. A decent campaign with the Landers and he's good to go.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2021 9:56 am
by Gumboot
Jimmy Smallsteps wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 8:48 am
Gumboot wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 8:47 am
Trapper wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 7:39 am
I like him but he looked anything but AB material last season imo. In fact I reckon Mitch Hunt played better at 10 than he did.
Ioane had a poor 2020. He's back at square one imho.
No way, class form etc. A decent campaign with the Landers and he's good to go.
Class of 2019? He's done nothing since.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2021 10:43 am
by FujiKiwi
I like Josh Ioane and I’m sure eventually he’ll come right. In the meantime, maybe Otere Black should be given a spot in the team and some game time.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2021 11:15 am
by Jimmy Smallsteps
FujiKiwi wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 10:43 am
I like Josh Ioane and I’m sure eventually he’ll come right. In the meantime, maybe Otere Black should be given a spot in the team and some game time.
I think we should see how they both go in Super Rugby first.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2021 11:28 am
by FujiKiwi
Jimmy Smallsteps wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 11:15 am
FujiKiwi wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 10:43 am
I like Josh Ioane and I’m sure eventually he’ll come right. In the meantime, maybe Otere Black should be given a spot in the team and some game time.
I think we should see how they both go in Super Rugby first.
I've seen how they've both gone in Super Rugby.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2021 11:38 am
by Jimmy Smallsteps
FujiKiwi wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 11:28 am
Jimmy Smallsteps wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 11:15 am
FujiKiwi wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 10:43 am
I like Josh Ioane and I’m sure eventually he’ll come right. In the meantime, maybe Otere Black should be given a spot in the team and some game time.
I think we should see how they both go in Super Rugby first.
I've seen how they've both gone in Super Rugby.
How odd. Josh Ioane has made the All Blacks squad but Otere Black hasn't.
That said, onwards and upwards. I'm really looking forward to the 2021 Super Rugby season.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2021 11:40 am
by FujiKiwi
Jimmy Smallsteps wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 11:38 am
FujiKiwi wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 11:28 am
Jimmy Smallsteps wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 11:15 am
I think we should see how they both go in Super Rugby first.
I've seen how they've both gone in Super Rugby.
How odd. Josh Ioane has made the All Blacks squad but Otere Black hasn't.
That said, onwards and upwards. I'm really looking forward to the 2021 Super Rugby season.
Yeah. We've had some strong disagreements but this isn't one. Who knows how 2021 will play out, as you suggest. Hopefully they both go well, with Otere Black leading the Blues to a historic Super Rugby championship win.
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Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2021 10:13 pm
by Flockwitt
I'm not holding my breath, though Black can do the job. I think we'll need to watch how the next generation are coming through, let's see how Trask does for example.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2021 10:16 pm
by Dan54
FujiKiwi wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 11:28 am
Jimmy Smallsteps wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 11:15 am
FujiKiwi wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 10:43 am
I like Josh Ioane and I’m sure eventually he’ll come right. In the meantime, maybe Otere Black should be given a spot in the team and some game time.
I think we should see how they both go in Super Rugby first.
I've seen how they've both gone in Super Rugby.
Yep me too, and don't really want to rely on either until they learn a bloody sight more than they have up to now. Both look to me as very competent 10s at Super level, but stepping up from that looks a stretch at this stage.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2021 11:40 pm
by Trapper
Dan54 wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 10:16 pm
FujiKiwi wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 11:28 am
Jimmy Smallsteps wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 11:15 am
I think we should see how they both go in Super Rugby first.
I've seen how they've both gone in Super Rugby.
Yep me too, and don't really want to rely on either until they learn a bloody sight more than they have up to now. Both look to me as very competent 10s at Super level, but stepping up from that looks a stretch at this stage.
Tom Taylor and Colin Slade looked nothing more than tradesman at Soup level but did alright when given an opportunity. But we’ll never know if they aren’t given a shot.
I like O’Blacks calm demeanour on the field and for me looks like he could handle Test rugby, he is solid and just does the basics so well and backlines seem to operate pretty well outside of him. He’s worth a shot I reckon.
Re: What did we learn about the AB's this year?
Posted: Sun Jan 31, 2021 1:41 am
by wet-socks
I agree, Kaleb Trask looks to be the best pick of the lot. He has the most potential based on what I've seen so far. The others just aren't consistent enough performance-wise year upon year & are already well into their mid 20's by now..