Wallabies v Fiji, Sunday, 6 July, 1:30pm @ McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle

[Strewthcobber]

He's going to miss the whole thing isn't he?

 

[rugbyAU]

Unfortunately it’s looking like that

 

[drewprint]

Fucking hell. Here we go...

 

[KOB1987]

Hey long bow but anyone know a pub in Darwin that will be showing this?

A quick search shows that Monsoons and Shennanigans both have Stan sport subscriptions so might be worth a call. I'm sure someone will put it on for you. The latter looks a bit more Sunday lunch friendly than the former:

"Located in the heart of Darwin town, Shags is a favourite haunt for locals and visitors alike. Standing proud for over 21 years, Shags is the place to sit back on the terrace with a pint and watch the world go by, catch the game with mates or enjoy some Irish pub classics. Shags’ lively & friendly atmosphere will have you coming back for more."

 

[Strewthcobber]

Wallaby game, so will be on nine/Fta Doesn't have to be a place with Stan

 

[Tomthumb]

Would be super disappointing if Skelton is out for the series. Hopefully Valetini is alright too

 

[Rugby Head]

Team announcement at 1PM.

 

[emuarse]

Interesting that two of our heaviest forwards (Skelton & Valetini) are both out with calf injuries. I think the S &C department might have to answer for this.

 

[fatprop]

 

[parkfootyenthusiast2]

Interesting that two of our heaviest forwards (Skelton & Valetini) are both out with calf injuries.

Allan Ala'alatoa would like a word.

 

[Dctarget]

Really hope Hooper and Gleeson go amazing, become mainstays for this season and come back nice & early from Europe.

 

[Slim 293]

Fingers crossed…

Valetini and Skelton were not considered for the clash with Fiji after picking up calf strains in training, but there is confidence the big pair will still be available to face the Lions in Brisbane.

 

[parkfootyenthusiast2]

Yeah I think safe to stay we'll have a tough time matching it physically with the Lions with out Bobby V and Big Will so very willing to donate my calves to the cause

 

[Ignoto]

Not too sure I get the Carlo pick, seems like it could backfire quite easily. The pooper worked for a few games but got shown up quickly.

 

[Braveheart81]

I'm not sure if it's a sign of anything rather than an available body who hasn't featured in one of the three Super Rugby games so far.

Aside from the injured players (Gordon, Valetini, Skelton, Lynagh) and Corey Toole who will play for the Brumbies on Wednesday, this means that everyone in the 38 player squad will have had a game.

 

[Dctarget]

 

[Dctarget]

That's a really, really quality team. I miss the days of easy beat Fiji. Their halves aren't great but the rest of the backline is class. Having Tuisue and Maqala on the bench is an impressive luxury. Wallabies need to beat the forwards into submission and kick well, really really well.

 

[Derpus]

Interesting that two of our heaviest forwards (Skelton & Valetini) are both out with calf injuries. I think the S &C department might have to answer for this.

At this point the evidence suggests we dont even have a strength and conditioning coach let alone a whole department.

Any further word on Valetini?

 

[Derpus]

I can't get behind picking Frost. We have great second row depth at the moment and he's been way off the pace this year.

Otherwise quite an exciting team.

 

[rugbyAU]

At this point the evidence suggests we dont even have a strength and conditioning coach let alone a whole department.

Any further word on Valetini?

Joe said they’re doing great and will likely be fit for the Lions