Super Rugby AUS

[Mr Pilfer]

Sorry forgot Williams and BPA but it's as strong as could be put out over in the West.

You keep spurting out this crap about a full strength Force team, I assume this is just your way of tyring to downplay it when the Tahs lose.

As posted by rugbyAU there are at least 15 players not available for selection for this that would be in the top 23 so this is very much a second string team, like the rest of the Super Rugby Aus sides

 

[The Ghost of Raelene]

You keep spurting out this crap about a full strength Force team, I assume this is just your way of tyring to downplay it when the Tahs lose.

As posted by rugbyAU there are at least 15 players not available for selection for this that would be in the top 23 so this is very much a second string team, like the rest of the Super Rugby Aus sides

I expect the Tahs to go down. Especially in Perth which has always been a hard place to go and win games. I expected every game this Super Rugby Aus to be a loss tbh but they've surprised pleasantly with plenty of outside main group guys showing up.

Swain was named in the first wallabies squad of the year

With no Tests since what 2022 I think it's unlikely he gets a RA top up unless Kiss likes him which he could. Think we'd see him move on.

 

[bomber06]

I have Force probably including 15 not playing this weekend and Tahs including 13 - although I don't think (hope) the tahs have finished their recruitment campaign just yet, so this may change. Still, Force should be clear favourites, playing at home and I think the Tahs on balance are a little greener, particularly the backline. Should be a closer and better game than the one played over here though.

To be clear the teams below are just who I'd pick, no doubt it will be different come 2026. And I know more about the Tahs make up than the Force....

 

[The Ghost of Raelene]

Well done on that.

Hard to see Lancaster taking Grealys spot. Bloke has been dynamite for the last two years of Super Rugby.

Alcock to push Dolly for that bench spot. A bit of Pollard about the kid. Dolly is signed long term though right?

 

[Tazzmania]

Dolly signed to 2018

 

[rugbyAU]

Dolly signed to 2018

announced a while ago to 28'

 

[rugbyAU]

I have Force probably including 15 not playing this weekend and Tahs including 13 - although I don't think (hope) the tahs have finished their recruitment campaign just yet, so this may change. Still, Force should be clear favourites, playing at home and I think the Tahs on balance are a little greener, particularly the backline. Should be a closer and better game than the one played over here though.

To be clear the teams below are just who I'd pick, no doubt it will be different come 2026. And I know more about the Tahs make up than the Force....

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Reilly over Potter?

 

[Red Runner]

Like how this comp is still bringing up new names. Really like the look of that Viliame Fine. Is he a local? Young guy? Glad he's back starting.

 

[Tazzmania]

27 Year Old, ex Southland (27 caps) and Moana Pasifika (2024 with 6 starts) , this year played club rugby in WA with Palmyra

 

[bomber06]

Reilly over Potter?

Yes, I would. Maybe pick Potter over Kellaway. At least Reilly can catch a high ball. He's also a demon defender and quicker. I am very surprised Reilly isn't featuring in Wallaby discussions. Under rated.

 

[The Ghost of Raelene]

Could have been a squad member atm with some of the injuries but he picked up his own.

He had a great year under pressure for a spot and took the jersey most thought was destined for Lancaster.

Dolly signed to 2018

know what you mean. Good problem to have with what may be 3 starting calibre Hookers at various stages of a career. I’d be locking up Alcock though he’s looked sharp.

 

[teamsport]

I have Force probably including 15 not playing this weekend and Tahs including 13 - although I don't think (hope) the tahs have finished their recruitment campaign just yet, so this may change. Still, Force should be clear favourites, playing at home and I think the Tahs on balance are a little greener, particularly the backline. Should be a closer and better game than the one played over here though.

To be clear the teams below are just who I'd pick, no doubt it will be different come 2026. And I know more about the Tahs make up than the Force....

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Jake Gordon not getting selected would be interesting to see.

Debreczeni will be in there by about round 3 at the latest as well.

 

[The Ghost of Raelene]

I should have said originally that the Force are running out a more experienced group of Super Rugby players overall.

Hopefully bodes well for better depth than previous seasons.