Wallabies v Springboks, Sat 10th August 2.30pm AEST @ Suncorp,

[KOB1987]

Interesting lunch date; Kolisi, JOC (James O'Connor) (James O'Connor) and QC (Quade Cooper) (Quade Cooper)

Well done boys, filling Siya up on dodgy Moreton Bay oysters. I wonder if the lass is the background is called Suzie?

 

[LeCheese]

And as far as Tom Wright's kicking ability goes, I am confident to say that he has more distance with his boot than Daugunu and is probably our leading exponent of achieving 50/22 territory gains.

Whoomp, there it is. You're becoming too predictable BR.

 

[LeCheese]

Interesting lunch date; Kolisi, JOC (James O'Connor) (James O'Connor) and QC (Quade Cooper) (Quade Cooper)

Is JOC (James O'Connor) looking extra thicc or has he fallen victim to the 0.5x pic?

 

[cyclopath]

OK, your opinion. That's fine. but you are suggesting dropping one of our most effective kickers in the back three and having an extremely inconsistent kicker take some of that responsibility. And as far as Tom Wright's kicking ability goes, I am confident to say that he has more distance with his boot than Daugunu and is probably our leading exponent of achieving 50/22 territory gains.

Have we had any in Tests thus far?
Sample size of 0 or 1 may not reach statistical significance.

 

[cyclopath]

Is JOC (James O'Connor) (James O'Connor) looking extra thicc or has he fallen victim to the 0.5x pic?

*Swole*

 

[dru]

Thought I might recognise the innovation of Rassie and the Boks.

The Bomb Squad: Breaking down the Springboks’ revolutionary World Cup winning tactic

www.rugby.com.au

Not just the bomb squad but the depth within the pack to cover injuries to the back, multiple position options to elements of the backline. And the way it was implemented. Serious innovation, quite breathtaking. Just have to recognise brilliance like this.

You just can't simply "focus on our own game". Wallabies fronting this will be fascinating. Bring it on, and let's hope the Lang Park crowd is the home advantage it can be - dialled up to 11.

 

[Braveheart81]

Code Rugby / Jamie Pandaram is reporting that Tizzano is set to debut.

 

[Wilson]

Code Rugby / Jamie Pandaram is reporting that Tizzano is set to debut.

https://www.couriermail.com.au/sport/rugby/carlo-tizzano-set-for-wallabies-debut-against-south-africa/news-story/01947f8b1d038167429f51461ce2f50c

Also Ben Donaldson to hold onto the 10 jersey, Tupou unavailable due to a death in the family.

Based on the players put up for press we can also expect Salakaia-Loto and Toole somewhere in the 23.

 

[Derpus]

https://www.couriermail.com.au/sport/rugby/carlo-tizzano-set-for-wallabies-debut-against-south-africa/news-story/01947f8b1d038167429f51461ce2f50c

Also Ben Donaldson to hold onto the 10 jersey, Tupou unavailable due to a death in the family.

Based on the players put up for press we can also expect Salakaia-Loto and Toole somewhere in the 23.

Not sure I like any of that... Except keen to see what Toole can do.

 

[KOB1987]

Not sure I like any of that... Except keen to see what Toole can do.

I like that he's picking a proper 7 to replace a proper 7 for a start.

 

[Strewthcobber]

If wiki is correct Tizzano is shorter and lighter than Michael Hooper.

He must be the "smallest" Wallaby forward for a while?

 

[Tomthumb]

I like the Tizzano call. Can’t be picking players out of position and Tizzano is the best genuine 7 in the squad. I think he’s going to surprise people

Also happy that Donaldson is getting the 10 jersey. He’s been the best 10 in Aus this year and if he can iron out his inconsistent play at test level with experience I feel he’s up to it

 

[Brumby Runner]

Have we had any in Tests thus far?
Sample size of 0 or 1 may not reach statistical significance.

I don't have stats or videos at fingertips, but I reckon TW has kicked a couple and Donaldson one.

 

[grievous]

Code Rugby / Jamie Pandaram is reporting that Tizzano is set to debut.

Hes not putting the boot into the game for a change?

 

[Derpus]

I honestly don't get how Donaldson dodges all the criticism that gets thrown at Noah for doing the exact same shit. Blows my mind. He was awful verse Georgia.

 

[scrans21]

I like Tizzano being selected, mans got some dog about him and will tackle anything that moves. Hopefully we select either Hooper or Williams at 6 to add some size to the pack to make up for Tizzano's size, but you lose nothing on the defensive side having him there instead of McReight.

 

[Dctarget]

We boned

 

[Derpus]

Pretty much a full strength side.

 

[Strewthcobber]

Hopefully Rassie sees this as the development opportunity for his side this year after a huge Ireland series, and home games against the Argies.

Just like 2022, I think we are a shout against the second side, but we can't live with the top team.

Yeah.....he did not see the first test as a development opportunity

 

[scrans21]

It'll be a trial by fire but with Tupou out I think we need to start Kailea with Ala'alatoa to ensure our bench front row isn't completely inexperienced coming on. This also assumes Bell isn't picked. My pack would be:

1. Kailea
2. Faesslar
3. Ala'alatoa (c)
4. Frost
5. Salakai-Loto
6. Williams
7. Tizzano
8. Valetini

16. Pollard
17. Slipper
18. Nonggorr
19. Blyth
20. Wilson

Good solid pack. But, Boks by 15 rip.