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David Codey (61)
Don't forget the McCaw screening run that was completely ignored by Lawrence!
Crusaders v Reds Prelim 1
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Don't forget the McCaw screening run that was completely ignored by Lawrence!
13 All Blacks v 13 Wallabies. On performances over the last 8 years with those internationals you would have to give favouritism to the Crusaders.
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Bill McLean (32)
Real litmus test of whether QC (Quade Cooper) has actually matured as we have all been saying. If he and Genia have blinders (obviously working off a pack that is at least holding their own) then the Reds can win this.
As always though, it will be heart in mouth stuff with Cooper and I'd say we'll see a really close match. If anyone can beat them, it's the enigmatic Reds side that rises to the occasion.
Will go with the heart and say reds by 5.
As always though, it will be heart in mouth stuff with Cooper and I'd say we'll see a really close match. If anyone can beat them, it's the enigmatic Reds side that rises to the occasion.
Will go with the heart and say reds by 5.
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John Thornett (49)
Weather will be nice if not a slight bit on the chilly side in ChCh on the night. Light breeze (6.5km/h) and clear skies with no rain so the ball and grass should be nice and dry.
I was going to try and make a prediction about the way the Reds will play down here but that is one of the best things about watching the Reds, no way to tell exactly which game plan they will come out with until game day
With Lance at 12 though I'd expect the ball to go wide fairly early and the Reds will definitely look to isolate Guildford/Dagg and test their tackling. Think the selection of Schatz/Gill/Quirk reinforces this as they will look to gain dominance at the wider rucks with superior mobility in the back row and even 4/5. Depending on how much of the pill they have I'd expect a Digby-ball to CFS off of a line out around 20-30mins, will likely be a huge moment in the game. If the Crusaders can shut down the inside option it will put far more pressure on Genia to create some magic on his own again. If CFS can penetrate, the Crusaders are going to have some serious headaches. The Shipperley that played against the Lions needs to show up in ChCh.
Reds 15 (2 tries, 1 conv, 1 pen) Crusaders 14 (1 try, 3 pens)
I was going to try and make a prediction about the way the Reds will play down here but that is one of the best things about watching the Reds, no way to tell exactly which game plan they will come out with until game day
With Lance at 12 though I'd expect the ball to go wide fairly early and the Reds will definitely look to isolate Guildford/Dagg and test their tackling. Think the selection of Schatz/Gill/Quirk reinforces this as they will look to gain dominance at the wider rucks with superior mobility in the back row and even 4/5. Depending on how much of the pill they have I'd expect a Digby-ball to CFS off of a line out around 20-30mins, will likely be a huge moment in the game. If the Crusaders can shut down the inside option it will put far more pressure on Genia to create some magic on his own again. If CFS can penetrate, the Crusaders are going to have some serious headaches. The Shipperley that played against the Lions needs to show up in ChCh.
Reds 15 (2 tries, 1 conv, 1 pen) Crusaders 14 (1 try, 3 pens)
I'll be cheering the Reds, but I find it hard to see the Crusaders being beaten at home.
I think the Crusaders loose trio are better than a few are giving credit for; well, more that the Reds trio are not so much better, though they do work as a good unit. Interesting match-up.
Lineout and breakdown the key. Crusaders are miserly at lineout for opposition.
The Reds have enough danger players to capitalise on good possession, if they get it. Should be engrossing.
I think the Crusaders loose trio are better than a few are giving credit for; well, more that the Reds trio are not so much better, though they do work as a good unit. Interesting match-up.
Lineout and breakdown the key. Crusaders are miserly at lineout for opposition.
The Reds have enough danger players to capitalise on good possession, if they get it. Should be engrossing.
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Mark Ella (57)
always want the Reds (and any other Australian franchise) to win against NZ teams - stick it into our little cousey bros - TRIBALISM at its best (until the Wallabies v AB'S)
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Mark Ella (57)
Weather will be nice if not a slight bit on the chilly side in ChCh on the night. Light breeze (6.5km/h) and clear skies with no rain so the ball and grass should be nice and dry.
I was going to try and make a prediction about the way the Reds will play down here but that is one of the best things about watching the Reds, no way to tell exactly which game plan they will come out with until game day
With Lance at 12 though I'd expect the ball to go wide fairly early and the Reds will definitely look to isolate Guildford/Dagg and test their tackling. Think the selection of Schatz/Gill/Quirk reinforces this as they will look to gain dominance at the wider rucks with superior mobility in the back row and even 4/5. Depending on how much of the pill they have I'd expect a Digby-ball to CFS off of a line out around 20-30mins, will likely be a huge moment in the game. If the Crusaders can shut down the inside option it will put far more pressure on Genia to create some magic on his own again. If CFS can penetrate, the Crusaders are going to have some serious headaches. The Shipperley that played against the Lions needs to show up in ChCh.
Reds 15 (2 tries, 1 conv, 1 pen) Crusaders 14 (1 try, 3 pens)
mate, like your "crystal ball" - hope it was clear when you read it - looks good to me
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John Thornett (49)
cyclopath The line out battle should be a bit of a treat! One of the most successful attacking line outs in Super XV (believe they were 2nd going into last rd) v. the best defensive line out
Scrubber2050 I learned well from the Greg Growden school of throwing shit at the wall until something sticks
Scrubber2050 I learned well from the Greg Growden school of throwing shit at the wall until something sticks
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Chilla Wilson (44)
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Mark Ella (57)
Reds won't go wide early. They will play up the middle of the field with a short passing game. CFS will play the role we see Digby play so often. That is why Moz hasn't been chosen to start. It is the way the Tahs played them and it worked. They will try and tighten the Saders up then you will see the likes of Shipperly injected and Moz later in the game.
I also expect us to go hard at the breakdown and pour numbers in early on. There will be nothing flash in this game to start with as we will have to work bloody hard to break their systems down.
GO THE REDS
I also expect us to go hard at the breakdown and pour numbers in early on. There will be nothing flash in this game to start with as we will have to work bloody hard to break their systems down.
GO THE REDS
Athilnaur
Arch Winning (36)
Hey, who's side are you on?!But it was the chipmunks who won in the end
The Reds better get another penalty. Can't see Carter missing a conversion in a clutch match.
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Nicholas Shehadie (39)
6 degrees? Wtf? Hopefully it doesn't effect the Reds.
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Cyril Towers (30)
Carter slots one, 3-0.
Bruwheresmycar
Nicholas Shehadie (39)
I don't think it's "Boo", they're saying "Coo-per".
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Colin Windon (37)
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