Rebels v Brumbies, Round 12, 13th May 2016
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Yeah, not a bad pickup and I think he will be a good influence on our attack. Be good to have a beer with the big unit.
It's great to see new Oz coaches getting a start at Super Rugby teams.
I didn't find out exactly what happened to the Reds gig, but I think it was conditional on M O'C being named as singular HC and having full hiring ability.
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Robbie Coleman is out.
Dargaville has been put at 12, Taliauli to the wing and Jackson-Hope is on the bench.
Dargaville has been put at 12, Taliauli to the wing and Jackson-Hope is on the bench.
Tomikin
David Codey (61)
Hmmm Dargaville will do well at 12, Robbies a battler but Dargaville to put some heat through the inside channel..
I thought Coleman did well at 12 last week.
I think the Rebels are a genuine chance of winning this one at home. They will need to defend better than they did a couple of weeks ago against the Blues though.
I think the Rebels are a genuine chance of winning this one at home. They will need to defend better than they did a couple of weeks ago against the Blues though.
KevinO
Geoff Shaw (53)
Nic Stirzaker on RSN, not a bad interview.
https://audioboom.com/boos/4553504-nic-stirzacker-melbourne-rebels-captain-rebels-on-fire
https://audioboom.com/boos/4553504-nic-stirzacker-melbourne-rebels-captain-rebels-on-fire
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Peter Johnson (47)
I really like locally developed talent getting a shot. I see Jooste is on the plane as cover.
http://www.canberratimes.com.au/rug...n-late-change-for-rebels-20160511-got24z.html
Brumbieman
Dick Tooth (41)
Dargaville is the right type of 12 for Lilo, this week will be very interesting.
Dumbledore
Dick Tooth (41)
Cheers for that. He gives good interview, actually quite honest about things which is a refreshing change.
GoMelbRebels
Nicholas Shehadie (39)
That was a really good interview. I sometimes find Stirzy talks a bit too fast and furious in post-game interviews, but he really spoke well there.
Slim 293
Stirling Mortlock (74)
We need someone with some ball skills who can put in a clearing kick..........
Scott Fardy.
Pedrolicus
Dick Tooth (41)
I have a feeling THE BRUMBIES COACH could find am emergency replacement.
Brumby Runner
Jason Little (69)
A good reason to have had Jooste on the bench in place of Jackson-Hope. Would then have cover for 10 and 12.
In reality, I suppose either Dargaville would come in from the centres or Powell off the bench. Just don't like the 6 - 2 split on the bench. Could leave us very exposed in case on injury.
In reality, I suppose either Dargaville would come in from the centres or Powell off the bench. Just don't like the 6 - 2 split on the bench. Could leave us very exposed in case on injury.
Hugh Jarse
Rocky Elsom (76)
J J-H didn't exactly stand out with a bunch of ITM cup level Kiwis running at him in the U20 International 1. Much of this could have been due to the poor quality of pill that was being delivered by the piggies, and more particularly the service from the scrumhalf.
I hope I am proven wrong, but I just don't see him crying out "I'm Super Rugby ready". The more experienced pro players at the Rebels would be licking their licks at the prospect of facing a greenhorn like him towards the end of a game.
Throwing JJH in too soon could do a fair bit of damage to his long term development.
I hope I am proven wrong, but I just don't see him crying out "I'm Super Rugby ready". The more experienced pro players at the Rebels would be licking their licks at the prospect of facing a greenhorn like him towards the end of a game.
Throwing JJH in too soon could do a fair bit of damage to his long term development.
Brumby Jack
Steve Williams (59)
Larkham said Jooste went back to Perth for the week after the U20's but will be in Melbourne
Brumby Runner
Jason Little (69)
HJ, I agree about his performance in the U20s, but it was certainly affected by the No 9's very poor service, as was the whole backline. Jooste on Saturday was substantially better at 12 but so was the whole backline. Hard to make a comparison then.
Jackson-Hope played in the pre-season trials and started against the Tahs back then and really didn't look out of place. His size is a bit of a concern, although I don't think he is any smaller than Coleman, so pretty much like for like in that aspect.
The key to the Brumbies going well tonight will probably be in taking all early points on offer. They improved in this regard against the Bulls but could have taken two more penalty shots early in the game rather than kicking (often unsuccessfully) for the side line. Get good points on the board, and when opportunities present later in the game go for the side line to set up the rolling maul if they are looking for a bonus point (winning or losing).
Christian Lealiifano's goal kicking has been a feature so far this season. 83% success rate according to the Brumbies' web site.
Jackson-Hope played in the pre-season trials and started against the Tahs back then and really didn't look out of place. His size is a bit of a concern, although I don't think he is any smaller than Coleman, so pretty much like for like in that aspect.
The key to the Brumbies going well tonight will probably be in taking all early points on offer. They improved in this regard against the Bulls but could have taken two more penalty shots early in the game rather than kicking (often unsuccessfully) for the side line. Get good points on the board, and when opportunities present later in the game go for the side line to set up the rolling maul if they are looking for a bonus point (winning or losing).
Christian Lealiifano's goal kicking has been a feature so far this season. 83% success rate according to the Brumbies' web site.
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