I think you're remembering those players from only the end of their careers, all three were quite pacey and much faster than Kuridrani.
Waratahs v Brumbies - Round 8, 2016
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I think you're remembering those players from only the end of their careers, all three were quite pacey and much faster than Kuridrani.
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Andrew Slack (58)
Nah. Centers just have to complement each other and the back 3, and be quality defenders. As long as they're not Castrogiovanni Mk 2013 onwards slow, pace isn't a hugely significant factor.
Tomikin
Simon Poidevin (60)
He was in the running for player of the premiership and is a key part of wasps march through Europe..
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Tomikin
Simon Poidevin (60)
Tomikin
Simon Poidevin (60)
Well played, sir!
Im pretty sure there are hookers and loose heads running around who could smoke both Conrad and AAC (Adam Ashley-Cooper)
Brumby Runner
Jason Little (69)
Dane Coles springs to mind.
Posters saying TK is not playing as good as last year clearly are not taking notice. Maybe not as good as for the Wallabies at RWC, but certainly better than at this time last year for the Brumbies when he still seemed to be overcoming injury.
His form this year is better than some give him credit. It will be an interesting match up directly against Izzy.
Posters saying TK is not playing as good as last year clearly are not taking notice. Maybe not as good as for the Wallabies at RWC, but certainly better than at this time last year for the Brumbies when he still seemed to be overcoming injury.
His form this year is better than some give him credit. It will be an interesting match up directly against Izzy.
Folau will be outmatched in defence, in so much as the structure and organisation required there. Kuridrani is not the best defensive organiser at 13 (in the way Conrad Smith could do it), but he is not the worst and is far more seasoned there than Folau, and it is a key defensive position. They both have obvious assets as attackers.
It will be interesting to see how the Tahs defensive structures work in this significantly changed pattern. Interesting to see also if the Brumbies mid-field show more inclination to attack than they have of late. They might have some opportunities if they do.
It will be interesting to see how the Tahs defensive structures work in this significantly changed pattern. Interesting to see also if the Brumbies mid-field show more inclination to attack than they have of late. They might have some opportunities if they do.
Hawko
Tony Shaw (54)
Everyone is totally focused on the move to 13 for Izzy. I am totally petrified by the move to put Kellaway at fullback. The guy is a winger who has sometimes played at outside centre, its his run-on debut after a couple of games off the bench against the best team in the Australian conference! And its a game where a loss will cripple the chances of the team for the season.
If Gibson had done it next week against the Force I would have been nervous but thought the experiment worthwhile. Doing it this week is nuts!
Obviously the Tahs are going to run from everywhere, as he's not a noted kicker. His wingers can't kick either so I forecast the Brumbies will rain bombs their way all night. On debut, nervous as hell, out of position. I don't see it ending well.
Without changing personnel we could have selected 11. Kellaway, 12. Beale, 13. Carraro, 14. Robinson, 15. Folau. In such a crucial match that would have been sensible. I would argue that Carraro at 13 to look after Kuridrani defensively would have been optimal.
I have a very bad feeling about this. I just hope Kellaway proves me wrong, but I feel very sorry for the bloke. Its just too much too soon.
If Gibson had done it next week against the Force I would have been nervous but thought the experiment worthwhile. Doing it this week is nuts!
Obviously the Tahs are going to run from everywhere, as he's not a noted kicker. His wingers can't kick either so I forecast the Brumbies will rain bombs their way all night. On debut, nervous as hell, out of position. I don't see it ending well.
Without changing personnel we could have selected 11. Kellaway, 12. Beale, 13. Carraro, 14. Robinson, 15. Folau. In such a crucial match that would have been sensible. I would argue that Carraro at 13 to look after Kuridrani defensively would have been optimal.
I have a very bad feeling about this. I just hope Kellaway proves me wrong, but I feel very sorry for the bloke. Its just too much too soon.
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Chilla Wilson (44)
im not sure what to make of this lineup. part of me is excited that folau is moving up and the youngsters are getting starts. the youngsters getting starts is a no brainer. But a massively rejigged backline at this stage of the season and against the brumbies at home?
Tomikin
Simon Poidevin (60)
Biggest risk is defensively putting TK against izzy.. we all know izzys great, but is he that good..
Kelllway will do fine.. great thing about rugby..
Games like this..Brumbies by 5
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Groucho
Greg Davis (50)
It's the continuous search by Internet posters for a disaster that they predicted.
Groucho
Greg Davis (50)
Nah, Kuridrani's as fast as Smith and de Villiers and not a mile from AAC (Adam Ashley-Cooper).
Tahspark
Ted Thorn (20)
Whilst Kellaway hasn't been playing at fullback in his post-school days anyone who saw him playing in that position for Scots 1st XV over a couple of seasons will recall him carving up all comers. He was also a solid defender.
Yes, it's a big step up from GPS to Super Rugby but Kellaway won't be lost at fullback. He's one of those players that always seem to excel at the next level. I have a good feeling that in the post-match wash up we won't be discussing any liabilities on his part.
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