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In Lolesios defence, he is able to take the heavy physicality of test footy and put his body on the line in defence. That is worth a lot. I suspect Edmed will be the same. Not sure about Donaldson in that regard but his passing and kicking skills appear to be a little better than the other two.

Donaldson has looked pretty good for the A side. A tour to the north should help push him along.

I’d put my money on Quade being fit well within time to make the RWC.

I’m not sure if thats on the money. Look at Daugunu and Marky Mark (Nawaqanitawase). Both have gone looking for the ball when it did not come their way. I also question that he has been good in defense. He has made a couple of tackles but has also been caught out as many or more times, particularly in the first...

Do we get what the A coaches consider their best 23 this week? I think that side would win comfortably against the Japan 15.

Every coach has picked him and he has been good on this tour. Wilson was ineffective again(unfortunately as I am a massive fan), Leota is out and Holloway has been a bit ho hum. Assuming Valetini is 8 and Hooper/McReight is 7 then a good option is someone who is a legit target in the lineout and...

I thought Ned was very good, close to MOM for Oz A. He brings a lot to the pack and with no one grabbing 6 by the scruff of the neck I expect him to go on tour and to be in contention to start. Vunivalu was again underwhelming. Hopefully Stewart gets a start next week. His class was apparent as...

Good to snatch the win.

Hanigan playing well. Has to be a chance to play 6 for the Wallabies soon. Vunivalu having another tough day at the office.

I reckon Daugunu is worth a look for now. He seems to have lost a step in pace but is very good in one on one situations and has improved his offloading. Flook will be the guy to watch when fit. Petaia has played his best test footy at 13. Perese also looks an out and out 13.

Thats a very interesting article and the stats are telling. No question Hooper is still our best choice at 7 with McReight bridging the gap accordingly. Samu offers a lot from the bench against tiring attacks and I think he and Gleeson will fill that role for now behind Hooper or McReight.

Frost has all the makings of a very good lock. He is so young but already has had an impact at test level. He is fast and has great hands and will only get better at set piece. Playing the full 80 and still being full of play in the last minute was impressive.

I thought Donaldson had a good game. His kicking all around was very good and he took control

It looks like as sure thing. Marky Mark (Nawaqanitawase) works.

Yes. He has some big gaps in his game. Mostly defence and hes vulnerable to the ball kicked over his shoulder. He will get eaten up at test level. On the other hand Marky Mark (Nawaqanitawase) looks in stellar form.

Uru is a great option to replace Leota. Good to have in the lineout, can carry well and just has a great rugby brain. He also can easily slot into the row when needed. He has to be very close.

I’m surprised they could find 8 more Brums to represent in the As

The EOYT will be used to bed down some spots. The second row and 10/12 need to be solidified. I wouldn’t be surprised to see Tom Staniforth get a call up. He has been tearing it up over there and is certainly worth a look at 5/6. Outside of him and Skelton I dont really see anyone else worth...

I’m sure if he was still part of the squad then he would want to play. He has been discarded and will try and play for Samoa. Who would blame him?

Uelese got canned after a really good performance against the ABs last year. He should have been third cab off the rank, or at least on the bench when either FF (Folau Fainga'a) or Porecki were not available. He came off the bench behind BPA last year. He may have some issues, but they all do. He is very strong...