I think maybe Taylor starting as a good scrumming hooker, and also probably not want to change more than needed? Really not too many arguments considering injuries etc. Lineouts will be a little interesting, but will not be surprised to sped up ones on ABs throw, and noone is quite like Sam W for defensive lineouts anyway, so won't replace that.If Kaino and Retallick are any indication, then Tuipulotu is going to be seriously undercooked for test rugby. Yet another start for sleepy old Taylor hardly inspires confidence.
On the other hand, looking forward to seeing Fakatava get a run.
I think maybe Taylor starting as a good scrumming hooker, and also probably not want to change more than needed? Really not too many arguments considering injuries etc. Lineouts will be a little interesting, but will not be surprised to sped up ones on ABs throw, and noone is quite like Sam W for defensive lineouts anyway, so won't replace that.
I have thought on it, he failed a HIA test, but not a concussion test? It's only concussion that require stand down? I haven't actually read that he was concussed. That's about my take on it anyway.Anyone else find it exceedingly odd that Sexton fails an HIA one week then gets named to play the next?
It's because Ireland haven't produced a flyhalf besides Sexton in 15 years Mr Velociraptor.Anyone else find it exceedingly odd that Sexton fails an HIA one week then gets named to play the next?
Was interested to see on a clip put up on internet (about a completely different thing) at the end you see Michael Hooper doing a cleanout that looked very similar to Barretts, straight into head/shoulder area etc, but like Barretts , I never saw it as a card.Yes very happy with the intent - just the execution needs work.
Isn't the stadium not fully enclosed?Must be cold in Dunners tonight the way Goldie, Reado, Honey & SirJK are rugged up plus someone's left a window open, notes/ scripts in danger of getting airborne.