Ireland v Australia

[cyclopath]

Foley's defence is what really shits me. (refer the that defensive vid against the welsh). How is it that a player who has had 2 seasons under the Tahs is having trouble with the "new defensive system", when players like TK are thriving in defence with only a couple games under the new system.

At the Tahs, Foley was covered in defence by Horne. I haven't watched it closely enough in the past 2 games, but maybe that dynamic (with whoever is playing wing at the relevant times) is all askew? I know Horne has been there some of this time, but I'd be interested if Foley is playing positionally in defence the same as he did at the Tahs or not. I'd have to watch a replay to see. The whole defensive system looks more Tahs 2013, than Tahs 2014, unfortunately, with not everyone trusting and knowing it yet. Kuridrani is looking OK, but the defensive structure the Tahs used relies on the whole team getting it down, not individuals. It looks like aspects are getting picked up, but others are not. It's a worry. There have been some awful mis-reads at times.

 

[No4918]

Moving players in tests is a lot harder. Worked that out with Cooper and I don't want to see a return to those days.

 

[cyclopath]

Moving players in tests is a lot harder. Worked that out with Cooper and I don't want to see a return to those days.

You're right, and failings will be more harshly punished.

 

[Dctarget]

@cyclopath, I enjoyed your previous avatar more.. This old one is a bit too 1984.

Thought you might enjoy the feedback

 

[JSRF10]

News out of the Irish camp is that we'll be reporting a clean bill of health, Chris Henry aside. The 23 will probably be the same as the South Africa game with Rory Best coming onto the bench.

 

[cyclopath]

@cyclopath, I enjoyed your previous avatar more.. This old one is a bit too 1984.

Thought you might enjoy the feedback

The eye must change from time to time. It gets tiring staring all the time.

 

[Lorenzo]

I think the Irish will take this by 12.

 

[hammertimethere]

1. Slipper
2. Fainga'a
3. Kepu
4. Simmo
5. Kev
6. Jones
7. Hooper
8. Big Dog

I thought the starting tight 5 were effective at set piece time for the period of the game before they were replaced. I also thought they were aggressive, just not very accurate around the ruck and in the carry. Accuracy can be improved in a week no doubt, with some dedicated focus. Jones adds some beef.

9. Phipps
10. Foley
11. Tomane or Horne
12. To'omua
13. TK
14. AAC (Adam Ashley-Cooper)
15. Izzy
To'omua could take a little pressure off Foley in the kicking to exit or gain territory department (let's hope he's been working on it). Horne will offer similar things to Tomane (maybe more workrate and aggression and less size/footwork) so that's a toss up.

16. Hanson
17. Robbo
18. ?
19. Carter if fit, Skelton if not.
20. Hodgson
21. Genia
22. Cooper
23. Speight

 

[Moono75]

....Hello.......Helloooooo.....remember me.......I can play.......I've got game!

 

[Tomikin]

..Hello...Helloooooo...remember me...I can play...I've got game!

Goodwin to Start, To'omua to the bench to cover 10 and 12. Why not

 

[boyo]

I think that Ireland may give the Wallabies a fright.

 

[Biffo]

..Hello...Helloooooo...remember me...I can play...I've got game!

wrong blue

 

[qwerty51]

No way Horwill and Skelton can keep their spots. Amazing Simmons is the only decent lock we have. Shameful.

 

[Biffo]

1. Slipper
2. Fainga'a
3. Kepu
4. Simmo
5. Kev
6. Jones
7. Hooper
8. Big Dog

I thought the starting tight 5 were effective at set piece time for the period of the game before they were replaced. I also thought they were aggressive, just not very accurate around the ruck and in the carry. Accuracy can be improved in a week no doubt, with some dedicated focus. Jones adds some beef.

9. Phipps
10. Foley
11. Tomane or Horne
12. To'omua
13. TK
14. AAC (Adam Ashley-Cooper)
15. Izzy
To'omua could take a little pressure off Foley in the kicking to exit or gain territory department (let's hope he's been working on it). Horne will offer similar things to Tomane (maybe more workrate and aggression and less size/footwork) so that's a toss up.

16. Hanson
17. Robbo
18. ?
19. Carter if fit, Skelton if not.
20. Hodgson
21. Genia
22. Cooper
23. Speight

come on, Mate, you have far too many Tahs.

 

[Biffo]

No way Horwill and Skelton can keep their spots. Amazing Simmons is the only decent lock we have. Shameful.

which of (big) Tomani, Kimlin, Pyle or Douglas would you like to add?

 

[qwerty51]

which of (big) Tomani, Kimlin, Pyle or Douglas would you like to add?

? None. Not breaking rules for them. There's no solution, I would go back to Carter and give Jones a shot but really I don't think any are up to Test level atm except for Simmons which is why it's a disgrace.

 

[Scrubber2050]

I think that Ireland may give the Wallabies a fright.

Have a look at some of the heads from Ireland - scares the daylights outa me

 

[Scrubber2050]

I think come RWC we will see a starting lock pairing of Simmons and Carter with Horwill providing the cover.

Skelton must be a slow learner - he has had plenty of opportunities to date. I wouldn't take the risk. His disadvantages outweigh the advantages, certainly in the next 6-12 months

 

[cyclopath]

I think that Ireland may give the Wallabies a fright.

If by fright, you mean a frightful touch-up, then I agree. I think we might get spanked.

 

[Paradox]

Inside our 40 - kick the fuck out of it, chase like maniacs, and smash anything in a green shirt.

In other words, some basic fucking rugby.

Sounds a bit too much like "jake ball" and thus will be derided by all those knowledgeable pundits. I agree with you though.