Wallaby 31 players for 2015 RWC
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Mark Ella (57)
BUT prior to Mitchells injury he was in scintillating form. World XV form. He has signs of this form this year at Toulon. His defence is also looking great, and he is DOMINATE into contact - something neither JOC (James O'Connor) or Beale have. Combined this with his his kicking skills, his passing skills, finishing ability, and his international experience - it really does paint a pretty good picture in Mitchells favour.
Agree he was probably the best winger in world prior to those big injuries.
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Stirling Mortlock (74)
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Stirling Mortlock (74)
I wouldn't have considered Mitchell originally for a wing spot, but I definitely think he's worth looking into as a backup fullback over JOC (James O'Connor) and Beale............
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Peter Burge (5)
Has anybody else considered throwing Mikey Harris into the mix for 15/12/10 cover? He's been great for the Rebs this year, and I'd back him as being more effective for his side than JOC (James O'Connor) and Beale put together! Also has experience with national duties..? Thoughts?
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Mark Ella (57)
Super Rugby v Top 14 is hardly apples for apples. I think it pays to remember that JOC (James O'Connor) had a very impressive stint with toulon also... view video (plus defence) Particularly when you consider some of the players inside Mitchell feeding him quality ball. Giteau, halfpenny, bastareud, michalek just to name a few.
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Peter Burge (5)
Understood, but surely with his form this year, it should add good back up in an Aus squad..?
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Peter Sullivan (51)
I have mentioned DHP before as a backup 15. He has also played a lot of wing he could be a smoky for a wing/fullback spot. his form is very very good ATM and would be a great backup if we are looking for a wing/fullback considering Jocs and Beatles form.
I still think he's going to be right on the bubble if everyone stays healthy (and Sio returns well).
When you consider that Kepu is going offshore and has a top up contract, Sio hasn't played enough, Holmes hasn't played for the Wallabies for a long time, PAE is a chance at the RWC and isn't here next year it doesn't leave many options for top up contracts under the ARU rules.
Presumably Slipper, Kepu, Alexander and Robinson are all on top up contracts currently and there aren't currently any options to take their place based on the minimum tests/seasons as a Wallaby rule.
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Peter Burge (5)
DHP is great this year, but I'd still pip Harris over him
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Stirling Mortlock (74)
It's the ARU we're talking about that, they don't value props. Wouldn't surprise me if only 1-2 of them have top ups.
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