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BH, the problem is not so much when the home games are played, but the fact that there are more non-derby games this year compared to last when the hoopla about the new 15 team competition would have us believe there will be fewer. The number of derbies (Aus v Aus) remains the same at 6 for each...

Which of the opposition sides have ever welcomed a visit to Canberra on a -6 degrees night in the middle of winter?

The Spirit backline is a step or two down on the first three sides. Expect the Drua to attack through the mid-field.

Three away games for the Brumbies to start the season - at the time of year their games should be played in Canberra before the cold weather sets in. Great bit of scheduling.

I think it is now obvious that the bulk of the extra funding, approx $14m did go to the Rebels. However, if the backers who came to the rescue at the 11th hour to save the license being sold back to the ARU copped up the reported $6 - 7m then it might be that that proportion actually filled...

^^^^^ If it comes out as expected, it really should fuel the anger of all thinking rugby supporters in this country. Why have all the other franchises been affected by the inordinate amounts given to the Rebels when it has has had the detrimental outcome of very poor performances across the...

I have an inkling that a few journalists have been jailed for contempt in the past. Whether specifically for contempt of the Senate, or otherwise the HofRs, I cannot remember, but I'm sure Maxwell Newton might have been one, and didn't Derrin Hinch also end up in trouble for not naming his sources?

I am saying that BA would be better. No-one who gets to play at the top level is crap, but some do not quite meet the requirements of the job, whether that be measured by the fans or by the coaches. The Brumbies scrum this year was stronger than most, and certainly stronger than the Tahs. Ben A...

Of the two most likely candidates at the moment, I would favour Dempsey over Hanigan as I believe he has some of that hardness needed to impose himself especially with ball in hand. I've also seen him take many lineout catches over the past couple of years so really don't expect any drop off at...

Not trying to tell the Reds how to suck eggs at all, but I do question why anyone would want to shift the country's best No 10 when in form out of the 10 position. I'm sure the Reds wouldn't want to do that.

The short answer BH is Ben Alexander. Best position is LHP, very experienced and has been in top form most of the 2017 Super Rugby comp.

And that doesn't apply to someone like Philip? Not much difference in body build or skills requirements between 5 and 6. Most 6s end up playing some time at 5 when injuries hit in a match. Just like to see some consistency in the arguments being put forward in relation to the chosen few and...

Assuming he's in form to warrant selection, I don't see why QC (Quade Cooper) would be shifted from 10. So, Hunt to 15 looks the go. Kerevi has problems at 13. Surely a better backline combination could be found.

For starters Wamb, Hunt plays 15 for the Reds and debuted at No 12 for the Wallabies, DHP played 15 for the Force and debuted at wing for the Wallabies. Probably many more, maybe one of our best in Mortlock. Has been known to happen.

Would like to see the forgotten man, Joe Tomane come back. Anyone know when his overseas stint is due to finish?

On the subject, I noticed one of the biggest dogs I've seen at the Spirit game on the weekend. And he didn't put a paw out of place the whole game.

Do you know something that the rest of us don't? Last I saw, the ARU and Forrest were trying to work out a deal where those playing in IPRC would retain eligibility for the Wallabies.

I guess Matt Philip's best chances of recognition will be if he signs with the Tahs for next year. Always a big possibility as he hails from there afaIk.

Do you really believe Cheika is seriously considering Tui at 6? I think pigs might fly. Even if so, and I have a suspicion Tui would make a good fist of it, Philip has been around the rugby traps a bit longer than Tui and has more experience playing at Super level. It's not his fault that he...

Ahhhh. So that's the secret to getting the bulk of the squad into the Wallabies?