Here it is – the G&GR writers’ Super Rugby team of the week for round 12.
With 72 points scored, it’s dominated by the Tahs, but maybe not as much as some would expect….
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1. Benn Robinson
Has become a regular to the team of the week. Playing 80 superb minutes, loose and tight.[/one_third] [one_third last=”no”]
2. Heath Tessman
This week no hooker could throw straight, but HT played out of his skin around the park[/one_third] [one_third last=”yes”]
3. Scott Sio
Didn’t start, but the Brumbies scrum did very well when he came on. Powerful runs to boot.[/one_third]
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4. Hugh Pyle
Has the knack of scoring tries, which the Rebels sorely need[/one_third] [one_third last=”no”]
5. Kane Douglas
Big shoves, high takes, great D. Another very solid performance.[/one_third] [one_third last=”yes”]
6. Dave Dennis
A captains knock – put in a helluva lotta grunt.[/one_third]
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7. George Smith
He was the only reason the score didn’t blow out in the first half. He was absolutely everywhere (including under held up tries). [/one_third]
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8. Scott Higginbotham
Another all round performance. Leading from the front now.[/one_third]
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9. Will Genia
A tougher match, but he was still key to it.[/one_third]
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10. Bernard Foley
Now playing so flat to the line he’s dangerous as hell. Next stop: learning to kick.[/one_third] [one_third last=”no”]
11. Digby Ioane
Was a complete jack in the box this week – into everything. Played like a 2 million dollar man[/one_third]
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12. Kyle Godwin
A total rock in defence. Kept the Force in the match.[/one_third]
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13. Adam Ashley-Cooper
His ruck clearing and defence was outstanding, as was his inside ball for Betham’s second try.[/one_third]
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14. Peter Betham
It’s hard to split the Tahs wingers this week. While Crawford scored more, Betham was more creative.[/one_third]
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15. Israel Folau
Singlehandedly crushed the Kings’ spirit within 5 minutes of kick-off. Did this weekend settle the Wallaby 15 jersey? G&GR MoTW[/one_third]
