This thread is useless, it adds no value and I am really disappointed that it was even created
Andrew Hore is a grub.
The seal-killing grub should be put out for a good long while.
And just to clarify, I have met a lot of Wobs supporters who I would classify as "obnoxious pricks".
We all have our share of wankers, but it seems that a larger number of kiwi fans here in Brisbane fall into this category.
Only my observation.
Thanks to the Mod who changed the title of the thread to a more appropriate title.
FWIW, I'm happy for the thread to continue to meander along as long as it stays more or less on the Hore incident, the Judicial lottery, and comparisons with other king hits.
I don't think that we do not need any more "who has the worst spectators in the world" because... threads.
It will be a little sad for Gimli if the Judicial wheel stops spinning with a ban that is so long that his International career will effectively end but there must be consequences for acts like this.
Just for once, I would like to hear a coach come out and say something like "I have seen the footage and spoken to the player. We do not condone that sort of behaviour. Our view is that the act warrants a ban of at least x weeks, and if the Judiciary do not penalise him for x weeks, then I have the full support of my National Body not to select him for International duties until after x weeks.
"No, I don't think that we are trying to influence the Judiciary. It is just that in our opinion as Rugby players and administrators, we feel that that unacceptable act has failed to comply with our team protocols and standards. "
I do live in a parallel universe at times!
Sounds more like a fascinator.Lior - I find Diamond foil makes the best hats
I think questions should also be raised here about Craig Joubert. I mean the incident is pretty clear and although I don't think he saw it. I still think Joubert has issues when it comes to the All Blacks. Whether it be the RWC Final or numerous other matches. Joubert misses things. Why on earth he is allowed to continue to referee the All Blacks is in my opinion a travesty and reflects the poor state of the IRB selections. I don't think he's biased but it doesn't help when they chuck the same guy refereeing the same team who he has actually helped win tournaments and games. I mean you don't see Wayne Barnes doing too many All Blacks games these days. Is it one standard for each team?
There is a lot of force in your analysis - but - one wonders about the indiscretions we did not see for whatever reason.I have to disagree with the 'grub' comments. The bloke has played 245 first class games, including 74 tests, and has never done anything else like this in his career. He's always played it hard and fair. Yes, this was a cheap shot and I don't think Hore himself would be able to explain what he was thinking at the time, and he'll cop a fair suspension for it. But to call him a grub after 12 seasons in first class rugby with one major incident is ridiculous. As for the 'seal-killing' bit, what relevance does that have to him as a rugby player?
There is a lot of force in your analysis - but - one wonders about the indiscretions we did not see for whatever reason.
It was so blatant - as if he expected nothing to happen by way of sanction. Perhaps he had a reason for such an expectation.
You're right: he is flat out a grubLOL..are you for real? The indiscretions we did not see? Are we going to call someone a grub based on incidents that may have committed but no-one has seen?
Hahahahaha...I needed a chuckle this arvo
You're right: he is flat out a grub
There is a lot of force in your analysis - but - one wonders about the indiscretions we did not see for whatever reason.
It was so blatant - as if he expected nothing to happen by way of sanction. Perhaps he had a reason for such an expectation.