My personal match summary:
A very good outing for the Force.
While there is a lot to work on there was even more to like.
The Force got absolutley schooled by a forty year old prop and the scrum probably again needs the most work.
With so many changes the defence appeared a bit porous at times, especially with the speed of some of the Cheetahs backs, but some of the scambling defence was very encouraging as it showed just where the players heart is, right in it.
Fines had a very good game, I am not a box kick fan but he was absolutely on song with his, and his exits from kick off took the pressure right off the Force.
Potter was on fire. I am still not sure if outside centre is the right spot for him but him and Tomkinson look to be a very decent centre pairing. Talking about Tomkinson, a very good outing and showed flashes of that much needed rugby IQ they have been missing.
Princep was "Princep" and managed the game and team exceptionally well.
It was a good team effort, but honourable mentions need to go to:
Sam Carter, Nick Dolley, Nic Champion De Crespigny, Will Harris, and Titi Nofoagatotoa for his little cameo at the end.
Finally lets talk about Coby Miln. He had a nervous start, made a few errors, however, he showed a lot of good glimpses. I really think that there is something there to work on and I hope that the Force keep him on. He is big lad with a decent boot, not scared to tackle and with more game time at this level and hopefully some super minutes where possible he could become something.
Well done to the Force, a very good away win against a team they lost to to twice last year away from home and once at home. The signs are there for a good season. Looking forward to seeing the Emerging Ireland match were I suspect some of the younger lads will get a bit more time on the field.
