Australia v England: Match III, SCG, Sat 16th July 7.55pm AEST

[Marce]

What happened after the 5th tackle?

Did they kick it?

It's like a South African rugby game but after 5 phases you have to kick so is better

 

[Drew]

look i dont want to turn this into a red v blue thing on a soo night but i think gordon played less due to injury?

i think whats more important to rennie is who get us marching up the field more and gordons box kicks i think have been better than tates this season

but im an ex forward so i dont really trust either of them anyway with their fancy hairstyles and clean jerseys ....

Agreed, I think Gordon is getting the bench spot in a horses for courses situation. To me Tates a better sniper, whereas Gordon might slightly be better in the nuts and bolts aspects of halfback work, just my opinion. DR might see less opportunity for Tate against the structured/set-piece game of the English. Tate would definitely be up to the task, if we played someone else he might be the better option.

 

[KOB1987]

A few news articles this morning confirming that Wilson will start, but it’s unclear whether he or Valetini will be 6 or 8.

 

[Slim 293]

A few news articles this morning confirming that Wilson will start, but it’s unclear whether he or Valetini will be 6 or 8.

SMH going with a panel that features Valetini, Hooper and Wilson…

 

[tragic]

Makes sense. No slight on Leota. Just a reflection on lack on lock stocks and the fact he is the only one that can cover 4-8 on the bench. Hope Wilson grasps his opportunity.

 

[wamberal]

A few news articles this morning confirming that Wilson will start, but it’s unclear whether he or Valetini will be 6 or 8.

The number on their back is not important. If I were coach I would mix it up a bit, depending on field position, whose head, etc.

 

[Members Section]

I don't know his junior career but he has played a lot at second row in Super Rugby. With Wells leaving Melbourne there's going to be more space for him at the backrow but I'm not sure if they are going to sign a quality lock to play with Philip, maybe he still be an option there

Hosea will be back & imo has the greatest potential of any lock coming through, I honestly believed 12 months ago he was stiff to get overlooked for Swain

 

[molman]

SMH going with a panel that features Valetini, Hooper and Wilson…

I hope he (Wilson) goes well. From all reports he's really been putting the work in and he is never lacking in effort or intent.

I hear rumblings of Hodge to start, Wright to wing and Len possibly back in, plus possibly Tate on bench?

 

[Joe Blow]

McDermott played in 6 of the Reds wins, Gordon played in 5 of the tahs wins.

His option taking under pressure is far superior

 

[stillmissit]

We need to improve our breakdown work dramatically and Wilson will help. The row is an issue that I don't think Frost or LSL (Lukhan Salakaia-Loto) will fix. Arnold must be unavailable as he was the logical and best choice for this series.
Rennie should move Valentini to 6 and Wilson at 8. I think V is a far better 6 than an 8, his linking and breakdown work is not as good as Wilson.

 

[stillmissit]

His option taking under pressure is far superior

Agree (assume it's Tate). What Gordon brings is the support/try scoring ability but I dislike his faffing around at the back of the breakdown.

 

[Dctarget]

So:
1. Bell
2. Porecki
3. Tupou
4. Philip
5. Frost
6. Wilson
7. Hooper
8. Wilson
9. White
10. Lolesio
11. Wright
12. Kerevi
13. Ikitau
14. Koroibete
15. Hodge
16. Fainga’a
17. Slipper
18. Ala'alatoa
19. Leota
20. Samu
21. McDermott
22. O’Connor
23. Vunivalu

 

[Joe Blow]

I reckon we will see a 6-2 bench with LSL (Lukhan Salakaia-Loto) in place of Vunivalu and only one Wilson. Valentini at 6 or 8

 

[Dctarget]

I reckon we will see a 6-2 bench with LSL (Lukhan Salakaia-Loto) (Lukhan Salakaia-Loto) in place of Vunivalu and only one Wilson. Valentini at 6 or 8

6/2 scares me with our rate of injured backs

 

[Wilson]

Incorrect. They both had 8

Was referring to the games they actually played in

 

[Rugby Head]

6/2 scares me with our rate of injured backs

Very risky, we need to keep a 5/3 split

 

[Derpus]

I reckon we will see a 6-2 bench with LSL (Lukhan Salakaia-Loto) (Lukhan Salakaia-Loto) in place of Vunivalu and only one Wilson. Valentini at 6 or 8

6-2 would be bold with our injury rate.

 

[Derpus]

So:
1. Bell
2. Porecki
3. Tupou
4. Philip
5. Frost
6. Wilson
7. Hooper
8. Wilson
9. White
10. Lolesio
11. Wright
12. Kerevi
13. Ikitau
14. Koroibete
15. Hodge
16. Fainga’a
17. Slipper
18. Ala'alatoa
19. Leota
20. Samu
21. McDermott
22. O’Connor
23. Vunivalu

You've cloned Wilson - which in ok with.

 

[Rugby Head]

1. Bell
2. Porecki
3. Tupou
4. Philip
5. Frost
6. Valentini
7. Hooper
8. Wilson
9. White
10. Lolesio
11. Wright
12. Kerevi
13. Ikitau
14. Koroibete
15. Hodge
16. Fainga’a
17. Slipper
18. Ala'alatoa
19. LSL (Lukhan Salakaia-Loto)
20. Samu
21. McDermott
22. O’Connor
23. Vunivalu

Although Leota has been good, we need Valentini back at his normal position (6) and a proper 8 in Wilson. LSL (Lukhan Salakaia-Loto) is a better suited 2nd rower than Leota and you can't leave Samu out. Unfortunately, I see him missing out all together.

 

[Dctarget]

You've cloned Wilson - which in ok with.

Ah Valetini @ 8