I get some of the controversy over selections, but realistically who is stiff to miss out?
Yes that is a fair point. At the same time however the criticsms revolve around a couple of themes, that I think are germane.
1. LO jumping. Which leads to thoughts around tactics and the importance of kicking.
2. No experienced combinations in the backline.
3. Lack of speed in the backline.
4. Strange attitude to jersey numbers and balance in the loosies
5. No THP on the bench.
Thats a lot of discussion points for one team.
Now it may be that no-one with form has missed out. And it may be that the benefit of the training paddock might change thoughts on some of the Super Rugby form. Heck it may even be that they have it right and this is the best/right 23.
But I'm not sure that leaves me feeling comfortable. Hope that firstly the game plan works with our strengths and gaps, suffiecient to take on the most dominant team in rugby history. And secondly that the development is working.