Here it is – the G&GR writers’ Super Rugby team of the week for round 8.
Was a bit of a low bar this week.
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1. Benn Robinson
Had the Canes scrum on toast together with flashes in the loose.[/one_third] [one_third last=”no”]
2. Heath Tessman
Looked composed and stepped forward under pressure.[/one_third] [one_third last=”yes”]
3. Paddy Ryan
Solidified the right side of the Tahs scrum and hit the line at pace.[/one_third]
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4.Hugh McMeniman
Imposing as usual – the Australian community let out a howl of anguish when he went off injured.[/one_third] [one_third last=”no”]
5. Hugh Pyle
A very handy all round athlete – solid in the lineout and scoring meat pies.[/one_third] [one_third last=”yes”]
6. Ben Mowen
Not his best, but who to choose better?[/one_third]
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7. Michael Hooper
Started to show some of what we expect, among the odd mistake. [/one_third]
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8. Fotu Auelea
Big Fots threw himself against a brick wall all night.[/one_third]
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9. Nic White
Just the one five man cut out pass for a try.[/one_third]
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10. Bernard Foley
What a break this guy has got – carved them all night.[/one_third] [one_third last=”no”]
11. Joe Tomane
Rock solid under the kickoffs and strong with the ball in hand[/one_third]
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12. Kyle Godwin
Continues to show precocious talent, which the Force can’t capitalise on [/one_third]
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13. Adam Ashley-Cooper
The fend is back and milking him more tries. Visibly sharper [/one_third]
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14. Jason Woodward
Wow, this kid is sharp and knows his stuff – can’t be Australian![/one_third]
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15. Israel Folau
Here’s one just for the Queenslanders – for such a poor player, he keeps deserving selection![/one_third]
Who was the player of the round? YOU CHOOSE:
