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ACT Brumbies v NSW Waratahs, GIO Stadium 31 March

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George Gregan (70)
I think the key for the Brumbies is to realise that they'll have to score a few tries. The one thing the Tahs have always managed to to do is put a few on the board.

I don't think they'll succeed in turning it into an arm wrestle.
 
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Sydney Middleton (9)
Really don't understand why Banks is riding the pine? Gutsy and pace to burn and more of a chance in the air vs Folau than Muirhead.
 
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Steve Williams (59)
glass half full said:
Really don't understand why Banks is riding the pine? Gutsy and pace to burn and more of a chance in the air vs Folau than Muirhead.
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They mentioned in commentary that Muirhead tends to add more as a distributor in attack than Banks. Not entirely sure I see the need for another distributive role given they already have two ball players at 10 and 12. Having said that Muirhead had a pretty decent game and did inject a bit of spark into the attack last time he played so I can see why McKellar retained him.
 
Brumby Runner

Brumby Runner

David Wilson (68)
Last chance as I see it for Tevita to show some form before a compulsory rest to get his game back in order. Can't wait to see Verity-Am take the No 13 spot. Shiggins might be poorly rated as a commentator, but he has some runs on the board as a talent identifier.
 
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Peter Johnson (47)
I agree with it being Teveita last chance but i think I would have Banks or Dargaville @13 before Am. Am looks pretty good but I don't think is at the level of the hype he gets from some and if you have a look at his history his ball control is not quite there yet and tends to have some occasional brain farts. A bit more time and a few appearances off the bench he will get there but IMHO he is too light for 13 and defensively suspect.
 
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Stirling Mortlock (74)
Dargaville at 13 could be a good option...............

I still maintain that having Banks and Muirhead in our back 3 is the way forward.
 
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Brumby Runner

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David Wilson (68)
Banks would be my pick at 13 too. Was just looking for a bite about V-A. Time off the bench coming in to wing would be best option at this time for Verity-Am.
 
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Sydney Middleton (9)
Kerevi is the right guy at 13 IMO, just needs to find a bit of form, and the 10 and 12 need to step up and release the wings and fullback. Will keep a good eye on Muirhead in tonight’s game to see why he is suddenly being favoured over Banks.
 
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Steve Williams (59)
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glass half full said:
Kerevi is the right guy at 13 IMO, just needs to find a bit of form, and the 10 and 12 need to step up and release the wings and fullback. Will keep a good eye on Muirhead in tonight’s game to see why he is suddenly being favoured over Banks.
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Kerevi? Doesn't he play for the Reds...
 
Scrubber2050

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Mark Ella (57)
Hoping for a draw and I think the game will be pretty even until the last 20.

Tahs big 3 backs (Foley, Folau and BEALE) will run riot towards the end:(
 
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George Smith (75)
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Brumbies by 10-15 - I think the forward battle will be theirs, and the Tahs won't get enough clear ball to nullify that with points.
 
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