Queensland Reds 2024

[LeCheese]

I'm not sure we would expect Daugunu to come straight in? I'd assume his contracted period starts from preseason '25

 

[Wilson]

I don't think we'll get both Flook and Daugunu back, not with Ikitau under an injury cloud. We'll probably get one of them to slot into 13 though.

 

[Wilson]

He has already relocated to QLD and given Les said Canham is joining the squad next week it's safe to assume Daugunu does too. Their contracts are already covered by RA, doesn't make sense to have them off unattached for ~6 months.

 

[Adam84]

Less Kiss's interview would indicate that Josh Canham will be joining the Reds from next week for training and is a chance to play against Wales, likewise Filipo.

 

[Strewthcobber]

With Gordon seemingly in the picture, it could even free up for McDermott to play for Reds v Wales. I could see Schmidt wanting McDermott+Lynagh getting a decent hitout against another test side, and seeing how White goes against Georgia

 

[LeCheese]

He has already relocated to QLD and given Les said Canham is joining the squad next week it's safe to assume Daugunu does too. Their contracts are already covered by RA, doesn't make sense to have them off unattached for ~6 months.

Less Kiss's interview would indicate that Josh Canham will be joining the Reds from next week for training and is a chance to play against Wales, likewise Filipo.

This is why I should watch the interview before posting

 

[Adam84]

Kiss mentioned a Japan match, have their released details on that yet?

 

[Strewthcobber]

They played Saitama in November in both the last couple of years. Guessing it will be similar to that

 

[Wilson]

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[rugbyAU]

what is a likely team for wales

 

[Wilson]

Kiss mentioned a Japan match, have their released details on that yet?

No details, but I believe it's alternating hosts so it should be over there again

 

[Wilson]

Chances are looking pretty good we see Canham playing for the Reds against Wales:

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1811264044256653347

 

[PhilClinton]

Jordy Petaia being rolled out to junior clubs at the moment as a Reds meet the players experience.

Still no news if he’s back next year?

 

[LevitatingSocks]

OTAs already happened and training camp begins for most teams in a week. If he makes a decision on exploring an NFL career it will probably be soon.

 

[Wilson]

Saitama fixtures confirmed:

Reds Tour confirmed to play the Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights in Japan

reds.rugby

Reds heading to Japan October/November for a warm up game and a full cap fixture against Saitama.

 

[Ignoto]

An extra 6 games the Reds are doing or 50% of a 2025 Super Rugby season.

 

[Wilson]

An extra 6 games the Reds are doing or 50% of a 2025 Super Rugby season.

Guys like Ryan, Brial, Werchon and Aubrey will effectively double their top flight experience in the off season

 

[TSR]

Guys like Ryan, Brial, Werchon and Aubrey will effectively double their top flight experience in the off season

Not to mention a great opportunity to integrate the new players into the Reds systems.

 

[Adam84]

nothing integrates a rugby team better then visiting a few pubs through Japan and Europe

 

[TSR]

Haha - normally yes, absolutely. Except of course with McKenzies Wallabies.