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Barbar, I'm sure that's a scenario that would warm the cockles of every Tahs' fan's heart, but truthfully, I am more than happy with the Brumbies backs behind their pack and would not ever wish to see the likes of Foley, Beale , Hunt or Two-dads getting in the way.

Reds try of the season last week only lasted one week. I think it will take longer and be a real belter to top Peni's last effort.

I also think that neither of the Hurricanes nor Chiefs have the squad to make it to the finals this year. On top of that, the Blues are always inconsistent and the Crusaders and Highlanders probably haven't improved on last year. Not sure how the Saffa teams will shape up, but 2019 could well...

Exactly my thoughts too Kiap. Only difference is that the NSW based sides have undermined the NRC in all of it's iterations. I think if he were honest about his criticisms, QH would have to admit that his beef is only about the way the Shute Shield clubs have behaved.

Heard that Tom Wright has turned down an offer in the 7s. Daugunu would be a good pickup if the Reds persist in not picking him.

Great game by the Brumbies. Lokks like taking up where they left off last season. Now, they just have to keep it up. Rory Arnold bested Retallick tonight. Arnold's control of the maul, whether attacking or defending, is pretty to watch. For that alone, he should be a starter for the Wallabies...

I'd reckon it was the Brumbies v the Hurricanes first game 2016 or 17.

Just to clarify, when Christian is kicking well, he is as straight as a die. Tonight, there was no fade.

As a 10, he wouldn't necessarily be behind too many others in 2020 and beyond. CLL coming to the end of his playing days, and afaik Hawera unsigned beyond this year. Was very impressed with the distance Lolesio can hoof the ball also.

Reg, don't know where you get hold of some of the articles, but much appreciated. That Runner squad could well be the foundation of the post RWC Brumbies' team in a couple of years.

No. Stander played 8 most of last year and could also be a candidate for 7's if eligible. Tevin Ferris is the No 7. But according to the WF website, Rod Davies has been invited to train with the national 7s side.

I would think the Force No 7 would be a good pickup for the Aussie 7s.

Mann-Rea needs to get his lineout throws on the mark. Was picked off regularly last week. Exciting to see Wright on the bench. We now need Peni to play with some composure and avoid the usual yellow/red cards. I am very surprised that Samu didn't get a starting run. Maybe he has become the...

I really like what I've seen from Len Ikitau. Very young but showing a lot of potential.

Where would you rate Bayley Kuenzle Roffy? I haven't seen enough of him to know where he would stand. Is he behind Lolesio?

Most definitely so.

Reg, it sure does take a long time for you to catch on to some truths in life.

BH, I have never been a Cheika fan, but had no real beef about his inityial appointment after his time with the Tahs. It didn't take long for me to lose all faith in him, though, as his very poor team selections came to the fore. And they were poor, it is not just bias that leads me to say that...

I'd consider two changes to that lineup Roffy. I don't think Blake Enever adds a whole lot to the team beyond his lineout abilities, and would like to see Darcy Swain come into the side for his more aggressive style of play and he is the equal of Blake at lineout time imo. I am still to be...

BH, I would at least have tried to find someone suitable. RA on the other hand have just not been interested in even looking over the past 4 years. And as I said, Cheika should have gone 4 years ago and there would have been ample numbers of good and tried coaches to take over. This is not just...