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John Thornett (49)
Not by the fans with pup going backwards at a rate he did
Wallabies 2023
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Not by the fans with pup going backwards at a rate he did
It's kind of weird how much people rate McDermott over Gordon for the Wallabies when the reality is that neither of them have been particularly great so far.
It's pretty clear why Rennie hasn't settled on White's backup. Neither have really taken their opportunities to make the position their own.
It's pretty clear why Rennie hasn't settled on White's backup. Neither have really taken their opportunities to make the position their own.
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Ted Thorn (20)
Do you guys think Lolesio is a the future at 10? I personally don't think he has it in him to be the next great Wallabies 10.
Tomthumb
Peter Fenwicke (45)
Personally I do
Dctarget
Tim Horan (67)
Rory Arnold is now Japan based. Richie is still at Toulon.
Not saying any of these people should be picked but we have: Salakai-Loto, Staniforth, Kane Douglas, Curtis Rona, Tomane, Kuridrani, Dempsey, Simmons, Hoskins, Phipps etc
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Mark Ella (57)
I'm 50/50 on that one. Actually 60/40 leaning towards he will not be a great 10. But he has done enough alrerady 'to give some hope and is young enough that anything can happen.
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Stirling Mortlock (74)
He is the best unit standing, playing in the best program in Aus, it doesn't matter if he won't be our next GOAT
None of other units are near him at the moment, if any of the others provide clear evidence of better form - then they will get their chance, but they are all well behind the unit playing behind a settled, quality pack and backs
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Stirling Mortlock (74)
Sio (and LSL (Lukhan Salakaia-Loto), Simone) wouldn't be classified as an overseas pick this year.
whitefalcon
Ron Walden (29)
Matt Taylor is stepping away from the wallabies effective immediately (defence coach).
Sounds like personal reasons
Sounds like personal reasons
The Wallabies have announced a change to the coaching structure effective immediately.
Defence coach Matt Taylor has made the decision to step away from International Rugby for now, after more than a decade at the coalface of over 110 Tests as an assistant coach with Scotland and Australia.
Taylor joined the Wallabies ahead of the 2020 season and following a discussion with Wallabies coach Dave Rennie, both parties felt the time was right for him to step away and commit his focus to some personal matters that he needs to prioritise at this point.
Wallabies coach Dave Rennie said: "Matt is a great man with a strong work ethic, who is well respected within the Wallabies environment and we will miss him.”
Wallabies defence coach Matt Taylor said: “While this was an extremely difficult decision, I know it’s the right one for me and my family at this point in time.”
“I’m looking forward to spending more time with them and look forward to getting back into coaching when the time is right.”
The Wallabies will announce if any additions to the coaching staff in due course.
Defence coach Matt Taylor has made the decision to step away from International Rugby for now, after more than a decade at the coalface of over 110 Tests as an assistant coach with Scotland and Australia.
Taylor joined the Wallabies ahead of the 2020 season and following a discussion with Wallabies coach Dave Rennie, both parties felt the time was right for him to step away and commit his focus to some personal matters that he needs to prioritise at this point.
Wallabies coach Dave Rennie said: "Matt is a great man with a strong work ethic, who is well respected within the Wallabies environment and we will miss him.”
Wallabies defence coach Matt Taylor said: “While this was an extremely difficult decision, I know it’s the right one for me and my family at this point in time.”
“I’m looking forward to spending more time with them and look forward to getting back into coaching when the time is right.”
The Wallabies will announce if any additions to the coaching staff in due course.
Yeah, it doesn't sound entirely like Taylor is just leaving because he wants time away from rugby.
Dctarget
Tim Horan (67)
'focus on personal matters that need to be prioritised at this point'.
Doesn't sound quite like a death in the family or something outside his control. The wording isn't exactly overly nice.
Dctarget
Tim Horan (67)
Hope not too, it looks really like the culture is very strong and positive.
or he's had a difference of opinion with the coach...