Rugbynutter39
Michael Lynagh (62)
Hope that Sio and DHP prove their fitness. If so, both are probably starting 15 selections, but there must be some doubt.
Can't understand the omission of Fardy. That could be a very unbalanced back row with all runners and no on-the-ball player. Expect Timani will have to slot into No 6. Not sure that Dempsey has done enough to warrant selection - mainly due injury, but that's the way it is.
Godwin is the main surprise in the backs. His form is hardly what would be described as better than good. He is a strong defender - about the best that can be said, although Cheika did mention his left foot kick. Phipps should also count himself lucky.
Good to see Tui and Hanigan both get a chance in the forwards and Joey Powell in the backs.
All in all, not a bad looking squad.
Yep no complaints about the squad. As a side note liked the idea of announcing the squad live on kick and chase as much better than reading about it online when announced so good initiative there.
Yes surprised about Fardy as thought he has been awesome this season.....and number one 6 in my books...but yeh maybe because not here next year Syndrome.
Equally good to see Sam Carter selected as he has been very good this year.
The surprise for me was Godwin. I probably did not have him on the radar but on reflection yes been solid for Brumbies and Cheika about combinations so fair enough. I thought Billy Meakes unlucky as thought personally he has been the form 12.
Also nice for me to see Hunt and Nabuli selected, both deserved for different reasons.
All in all seems fairly fair selections and not really too much controversy as lot of players been rewarded for good form this season which is what you want.