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That was a great piece, LG. I think HM's noises last week were that Lambie had changed his mind with string performances at 10 for the Sharks. In the same press conference HM admitted that he has made a few mistakes (refreshing for a coach). I think he used the Lambie at 15 thing to deflect...

Is it just me or the silence is deafening when it comes to media coverage of the tour? At least Growden would have been gravytraining and we would have had some sort of insight into training, who's running where etc etc.

I'd be very happy if that was the team but I still suspect we'll see Kirchner with Taute at 13. He said Taute is his future 15, but he seems to not rate JdJ. In my opinion Taute is not a 13. He is a big defensive liability there. The AB's showed us that. It's damn obvious that de Jongh...

Sorry for the french but what the fuck have you been watching over the last few months. Don't get me wrong. I love JP, but fark Habana is in everybody's World 15 at the moment.

Yes but completely different players. Our breakdown work improves greatly when Bismarck plays because he fits our style better. It's like playing another back rower. Strauss plays a lot looser. On the others: Brussow - I think he will never play a test under Meyer who just doesn't rate him...

And he captained SA under 20's under White from 13. Only started playing winger here in Aus.

The Bulls, Stormers and Sharks will all be better on paper than in 2012 (part recruitment, part having injured players returning) so not sure why you are saying that? I am happy to elaborate... Forget the Kings. They are not even worth the discussion. And to suggest a talent vacuum in...

In my opinion Ferris is their biggest loss. He is an absolute beast when he's healthy. With Kearney also gone I am feeling a little easier, but not much.

Bullshit. The only thing you said when Flo was picked in the RC was that he had to start. You said he was the "missing link". You never complained in fact I can recall you singing his praises. Now that you are called out you suddenly change your story. Poor form.

Where did I say you are not supporting them? You were happy to see Flo selected. Don't make as if you weren't. You can't have different standards for a player just because you like him. Cluck.

Okay, good points fatprop and Braveheart. So can someone close the thread and post the following summary: He is too good to hoof, it's not the Reds fault, he is needed for the Lions and a definite flight risk. :)

Right so players can carry on like tits in national colors and all is hunky dory in their club strip or visa versa I agree through, this left the ARU with a conundrum. Too sever and he could have legged it. I don't think he would have. That would have tainted him even more.

JON left because there is money to be made.

What has how good he is or isn't got to do with it? I reckon the first thing he would have said to a mate or family member was phew, thank fuck they haven't suspended me. I can play. That is what matters to most sports professionals. They want to play. I reckon he should have been banned to...

Substantial. Yes. Appropriate? No. But it has served it's purpose. Everyone's been duped by the ARU. Poor Quadey. Stale bread and potatoes for him.

One the one hand you sing Flouw's praises just . On the other hand you cry about other overseas players. You can't have your cake and eat it. Tell me know you aren't happy to see Flo running around in green. He has been immense.

Yeah you're right. 500K will become 460k. Make that less because if it's grossed out by the employer it's effectively less he's paying tax on as well. I am sure he'll be at the bank with red eyes and a hat in his hand about now. All his endorsement deals canl't possiblyu help to make up for...

Really? For a twenty something year old with no real responsibilities? He won't even feel it. This is nothing but a limp wristed token action from the ARU. What hurts players is when they are not allowed to play. That's punishment. These guys have no concept of the value of money. It...

I feel very nervous about this test. We have struggled in Dublin and with all the youngsters it will be very hard. We'd smack the Irish in SA but in Dublin they are a different prospect.

This makes the ARU look weak.