Wilson
Phil Kearns (64)
I'm definitely not an expert but I don't think they have the same control over their taxation system, being a part of the United Kingdom
Aussie Player Exodus
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wamberal
Phil Kearns (64)
Yep.
Marce
John Hipwell (52)
Jack Dempsey and Sione Tuipulotu among the best 6 players of Glasgow Warriors this season:
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The Australian number eight sits in the top 10 for metres made, carries, offloads and defenders beaten across the URC, highlighting his physical prowess with ball in hand.
Born in Sydney, he has scored five tries in his 20 outings to date this season, including a memorable 45 metre charge from the base of a scrum against the Dragons and a score against Leinster in the inaugural Plaster It Purple fixture at Scotstoun.
Winner of the McCrea Financial Services Warrior of the Month award for December 2021, the centre has scored four tries in his 18 appearances for the Warriors so far.
Blending pace, strength and footwork and comfortable at either inside or outside centre, Tuipulotu’s form earned him a Scotland debut against Tonga in the 2021 Autumn Nations Series at BT Murrayfield before coming off the bench in the Calcutta Cup win over England in the 2022 Guinness Six Nations.
Shortlist revealed for 2021/22 McCrea Financial Services Player of the Season | Glasgow Warriors
Seven outstanding performers have been recognised for their displays across the 2021/22 campaign, after being nominated for the McCrea Financial Services Player of the Season by the Glasgow Warriors coaching team.
JACK DEMPSEY
Hailed as one of the signings of the season across northern hemisphere rugby, Dempsey joins fellow back-rower Darge on the shortlist after a superb first season in Glasgow colours.The Australian number eight sits in the top 10 for metres made, carries, offloads and defenders beaten across the URC, highlighting his physical prowess with ball in hand.
Born in Sydney, he has scored five tries in his 20 outings to date this season, including a memorable 45 metre charge from the base of a scrum against the Dragons and a score against Leinster in the inaugural Plaster It Purple fixture at Scotstoun.
SIONE TUIPULOTU
An impressive debut campaign for the Warriors sees Tuipulotu complete the seven-player shortlist, having immediately become a fan favourite with the Warrior Nation since his summer arrival from Yamaha Jubilo.Winner of the McCrea Financial Services Warrior of the Month award for December 2021, the centre has scored four tries in his 18 appearances for the Warriors so far.
Blending pace, strength and footwork and comfortable at either inside or outside centre, Tuipulotu’s form earned him a Scotland debut against Tonga in the 2021 Autumn Nations Series at BT Murrayfield before coming off the bench in the Calcutta Cup win over England in the 2022 Guinness Six Nations.
PhilClinton
Mark Loane (55)
Will be interesting to see the repercussions of the 2031 and 2033 RWC announcements for the USA.
You’d imagine some decent cash injections coming to the MLR. Of course they’ll be wanting to grow the game to strengthen the national side, but you need quality players to provide that framework.
You’d imagine some decent cash injections coming to the MLR. Of course they’ll be wanting to grow the game to strengthen the national side, but you need quality players to provide that framework.
Wilson
Phil Kearns (64)
I'm sure there will be some interesting signings after the world cup for MLR, but the big one might be coach movement - right now they probably get the best pay off from injecting top flight coaching through out the levels of their game, developing both players and the local coaches working alongside them.
Dctarget
Tim Horan (67)
Interesting addendum to last week's chat about France going a tier above England with their salary caps: Saracens, England's evil empire juggernaut were handily done away with on the weekend by Toulon (who sit 8th on the French ladder). Meant to be an easy Sarries win but apparently not.
Marce
John Hipwell (52)
Top 14 has defeated Premiership in salaries for a long time. It's not a scoop
PhilClinton
Mark Loane (55)
Quade has been in LA for the launch of his clothing brand - is he just training with the Giltinis or actually signed up as a player?
You've gotta feel for the opposition if he's actually playing - the bloke is likely to be running out for the Wallabies in a few weeks and some of the other MLR teams would be lucky to beat a highschool First XV team.
You've gotta feel for the opposition if he's actually playing - the bloke is likely to be running out for the Wallabies in a few weeks and some of the other MLR teams would be lucky to beat a highschool First XV team.
LeCheese
Greg Davis (50)
He’s leading a couple of training sessions for them while he’s holidaying. Probably not a bad way to offset your trip expenses
PhilClinton
Mark Loane (55)
Also not a bad move from the Giltini's long term, I'm sure Quade will start winding down after the RWC, a couple of stints in the MLR to top up his super would be ideal.
LeCheese
Greg Davis (50)
Absolutely - who knows, could be in the works and this is just a test run to see if both parties get along
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John Thornett (49)
Trying to get himself an f45 franchise
Bandar
Bob Loudon (25)
Apparently Adam Coleman is going to make the switch to Tonga - no great surprise.
www.rugby.com.au
Adam Coleman keen for 2023 Rugby World Cup spot
Former Wallabies lock Adam Coleman is eager to play in a second Rugby World Cup in France next year...by representing his Tongan heritage.
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Joe Brial moved to NZ to study at Lincoln University.
Hopefully he returns after he finishes his degree.
Dctarget
Tim Horan (67)
Bloke would still easily be top 4 Australian locks. Put an immense shift in on the weekend. If we had all locks playing in Aus, we'd be the envy of the rugby world.Apparently Adam Coleman is going to make the switch to Tonga - no great surprise.
Adam Coleman keen for 2023 Rugby World Cup spot
Former Wallabies lock Adam Coleman is eager to play in a second Rugby World Cup in France next year...by representing his Tongan heritage.
With him and the other ring ins playing for Tonga, they'll could upset some people. Definitely a bit better than the 100-0 shellacking last year.
I think after this RWC cycle WR (World Rugby) will implement a less than 10 caps rule or something.
Derpus
Nathan Sharpe (72)
No he wouldn't. He oversaw some of the worst lineout performances I've ever seen from the Wallabies. I'd have the majority of our local locks and Arnold ahead of him.
Fair to say that when Coleman left Australia he'd had a spate of injuries that he'd played through and a poor run of form.
There's no doubt that at his best he's a very good player. I'd say he'd be very likely to make the Wallaby squad if he was still playing here but uncertain whether he'd still be in our best 23.
There's no doubt that at his best he's a very good player. I'd say he'd be very likely to make the Wallaby squad if he was still playing here but uncertain whether he'd still be in our best 23.
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John Thornett (49)
I've watched a bit of London Irish this year & while he has been good I certainly dont think he has played to his paycheck. He wouldn't be getting picked ahead of Arnold nor Skelton.
We just need Korevi to sign a futures contract so we can pick Rory!