Homer
Bill Watson (15)
30 in Jan, so will be 33 next WC should he stay in Australia. But picking up a few injuries. We do need him to mentor the next gen.
Wallabies 2024
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Peter Johnson (47)
He is fine - will be a stalwart in the squad in 2024 and beyond, will be our Slipper in 2027.
Basically a shitfight for the 3rd LHP and THP in 2024 and 2025, Schoup, Hodgman, Gibbon, Lambert Pone, Talakai, HJH (Harry Johnson-Holmes), Nonggoor, then Eloff to be eligible.
stillmissit
Peter Johnson (47)
I think it depends on what you value. I am hearing from some posters here that they don't care about player drain and we just bring them back for the Wallabies after decent coaching in the North.
If that is the case, then bring back any player we want as the important thing is a winning Wallaby team. If you disagree then you want the players to stay here for Super Rugby and possible Wallabies duties?
stillmissit
Peter Johnson (47)
Wasn't he called captain Grumpy? Not sure he is a mentor type.
His dad named him after Allan Border.
wamberal99
Jim Clark (26)
I really don't have a fixed opinion. Maybe the players should be dealt with on a case by case basis.
Tomikin
David Codey (61)
Strange take, when has Ala'alatoa ever been mentioned as grumpy or anything but a credit to his teams at the Brumbies and Wallabies level? Everything I've ever read is he goes above and beyond helping others.
This is referenced in several articles and stems from the Brumbies.
He was literally named Allan after Allan Border so it is completely unsurprising that his teammates have given him the same nickname.
TSR
Andrew Slack (58)
I bet he’s glad his dad’s favourite cricketer wasn’t Richard Hadley.
Merrow
Arch Winning (36)
Which is obviously why he’s been the captain of the Brumbies for the last 3 years
Hawko
Tony Shaw (54)
For a prop he's just hitting his peak!
Homer
Bill Watson (15)
Ryan Lonergan. Great pass, excellent goal kicker, solid defence, captain material and the type of no-nonsense player we need to get back on track. With a backline that will be short on leaders i think he is a very solid pick as someone to build on for the next WC.
The Ghost of Raelene
David Codey (61)
I thought he should have been included ahead of IFL in the WC squad but as we know it was a throw it at the wall and hope it sticks approach to that tournament.
His goal kicking could be enough for at least a bench spot. Who kicks for the Brumbies if Noah & Lonergan are starting?
All our 9s currently have a flaw that is holding them back from grabbing the jersey and owning it.
His goal kicking could be enough for at least a bench spot. Who kicks for the Brumbies if Noah & Lonergan are starting?
All our 9s currently have a flaw that is holding them back from grabbing the jersey and owning it.
stillmissit
Peter Johnson (47)
I believe we are on a recruitment drive to bring back talent and look at others who may have a granny in AUS. That's a good thing if true.
Drew Mitchell is sewing Stan...
Former Wallaby Drew Mitchell takes Stan Sport to court
The former Wallaby will not appear in the broadcasters’ rugby commentary line-up from next year, and is taking the streaming service to the Fair Work Commission.www.afr.com
Sound like a stitch up.
John S
Peter Fenwicke (45)
Can we get a quick precis for those of us without an AFR subscription? Obviously a little more than "Stan has dropped Drew and Drew reckons it's not fair so is suing"
No, that's pretty much it.
Tomikin
David Codey (61)
Noah will be kicking, thats how it's been for a while, Lonergan as a backup.
Brumby Runner
Jason Little (69)
Ryan was still the backup to Nic White last Super Rugby season so that might account for him being second choice kicker to Noah. With both probably starting most games. it might be a toss up. Jack Debreczini to take the 50+m kicks most likely.
Yoda
Cyril Towers (30)
BR. Your thoughts on Noah at 10, JB to 15 and Wright on the Wing?