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by towny
Fri Apr 19, 2024 10:06 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: LRZ
Replies: 422
Views: 17913

Re: LRZ

You can make it part of your forthcoming tour Towny I don’t really know the guy but my daughter is a fan of his Mrs and I am fantastic company. Might be worth giving him a buzz, because we are definitely going there. Your daughter is a fan of Kylie McDevitt? Huge fan! But she gets these celebrities...
by towny
Fri Apr 19, 2024 8:43 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)
Replies: 9649
Views: 298104

Re: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)

Hunter Paisami put his hand up for the 12 jersey in a big way tonight Didn’t he, though!? In attack he was excellent - got well over the gainline all night and gave great service to those outside him. But it was his defence that was really telling imo. He didn’t seem to miss anyone and there was a ...
by towny
Fri Apr 19, 2024 8:34 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: LRZ
Replies: 422
Views: 17913

Re: LRZ

https://i.ibb.co/bWDk10N/IMG-2215.jpg Good God. :lol: There’s a fair chance that Kelce will be seen in Wrexham next season. You can make it part of your forthcoming tour Towny I don’t really know the guy but my daughter is a fan of his Mrs and I am fantastic company. Might be worth giving him a buz...
by towny
Fri Apr 19, 2024 1:03 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: SRP Rd 9 - Reds v Highlanders
Replies: 144
Views: 1247

Re: SRP Rd 9 - Reds v Highlanders

Foketi is only just almost soup level. His international career is because we have been pretty thin on the ranks at 12. And Eddie liked ex-leaguies. I like Foketi and think he’s a smart player. Paisami is having a very good year and seems to be getting better, so he’d be the leading contender imo. ...
by towny
Fri Apr 19, 2024 12:52 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: SRP Rd 9 - Reds v Highlanders
Replies: 144
Views: 1247

Re: SRP Rd 9 - Reds v Highlanders

So Paisami or Foketi for Wallabies? Foketi is only just almost soup level. His international career is because we have been pretty thin on the ranks at 12. And Eddie liked ex-leaguies. I like Foketi and think he’s a smart player. Paisami is having a very good year and seems to be getting better, so...
by towny
Fri Apr 19, 2024 7:02 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)
Replies: 9649
Views: 298104

Re: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)

I remember hearing last Easter that the Rebels had the most accurate lineout in SR - so that must have been 5+ games into the season. Mafi was playing most of the minutes back then fwiw. Parling was in Rennie’s Wallaby coaching team for a couple of years, so he seems to have a good level of experien...
by towny
Fri Apr 19, 2024 6:43 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: LRZ
Replies: 422
Views: 17913

Re: LRZ

Derwyn wrote: Thu Apr 18, 2024 9:54 pm Image

Good God.
:lol:

There’s a fair chance that Kelce will be seen in Wrexham next season.
by towny
Fri Apr 19, 2024 6:42 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: LRZ
Replies: 422
Views: 17913

Re: LRZ

He's got the beautiful bit correct though. Only for those rich, white, upper classes like louis... or some posh cvnt boyos from the valleys? He must be thinking about all the English and Irish living in Llandaff and pontcanna ;) I bet the only Welsh people he knew were Catherine Zeta-Jones and this...
by towny
Fri Apr 19, 2024 6:39 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)
Replies: 9649
Views: 298104

Re: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)

Jtah wrote: Fri Apr 19, 2024 5:16 am For the record I don’t think Parling is a bad coach. He’s probably excellent at the line out. He just so happens to have the biggest head case in pro rugby throwing.
+1

He’s not a throwing coach.
by towny
Fri Apr 19, 2024 6:38 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Force vs Crusaders Match Thread
Replies: 11
Views: 146

Re: Force vs Crusaders Match Thread

I’m feeling anxious for Rodda 😳
by towny
Thu Apr 18, 2024 6:07 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Banning smoking - does it make sense?
Replies: 92
Views: 1964

Re: Banning smoking - does it make sense?

Nah, spend some time in Portland if you want to see what the "all drugs are legal" thinking takes you. Entire streets of junkies shooting themselves up in public view and harassing everyone trying to do business. I read recently they revoked that law. Unlike crack neighbourhoods in the US where the...
by towny
Thu Apr 18, 2024 1:25 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: U.S. politics thread and Joe Biden-the Ronan O'Gara of U.S. Presidents
Replies: 18231
Views: 834485

Re: U.S. politics thread and Joe Biden-the Ronan O'Gara of U.S. Presidents

It is. I guess it shows that politics is often like supporting a football team and people can't change. Goerge Bush courted the Christian evangelical crowd, and Trump inherited them. I often see the extreme ends of political sides have many contradictory groups in them. +1 I'd agree but extend the ...
by towny
Thu Apr 18, 2024 8:56 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: U.S. politics thread and Joe Biden-the Ronan O'Gara of U.S. Presidents
Replies: 18231
Views: 834485

Re: U.S. politics thread and Joe Biden-the Ronan O'Gara of U.S. Presidents

Christian fundies and Trump is such a weird alliance, I know why it's happened but still they should consider him antichirst like by their usual standards. It is. I guess it shows that politics is often like supporting a football team and people can't change. Goerge Bush courted the Christian evang...
by towny
Thu Apr 18, 2024 5:40 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)
Replies: 9649
Views: 298104

Re: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)

Much better. A few years ago I would have taken every single kiwi ten over every one of ours. Now, Dmac aside, it's much more even. 👍 Although they still have Mo’unga on the shelf. Is he still considered eligible? I thought him and Barret were no longer in AB’s contention. He’s eligible according t...
by towny
Wed Apr 17, 2024 6:39 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Listen to your body
Replies: 81
Views: 1851

Re: Listen to your body

Because of this thread I went and had my blood tested for bad stuff.

Thanks for the reality check Kiwias.
by towny
Wed Apr 17, 2024 6:34 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: War in Ukraine...
Replies: 53562
Views: 2346591

Re: War in Ukraine...

So the US would loan Ukraine to buy obsolete/expired equipment and ammunition that’s in US inventory instead of the US throwing it out? That’s a good deal, right? Yes, and the money the Ukrainians "pay" would go towards restocking. It's effectively a subsidy for American weapons manufacturers Exact...
by towny
Wed Apr 17, 2024 6:14 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: War in Ukraine...
Replies: 53562
Views: 2346591

Re: War in Ukraine...

So the US would loan Ukraine to buy obsolete/expired equipment and ammunition that’s in US inventory instead of the US throwing it out?

That’s a good deal, right?
by towny
Wed Apr 17, 2024 7:41 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: U.S. politics thread and Joe Biden-the Ronan O'Gara of U.S. Presidents
Replies: 18231
Views: 834485

Re: U.S. politics thread and Joe Biden-the Ronan O'Gara of U.S. Presidents

Down another 14.7% today to $22.84, wiping another $300 million off of the Orange man's holding Yet still worth more than there issue price Ever the silver lining eh? Trump is making billions off his ignorant fans and others* that wish to give him money without oversight. By all accounts this has b...
by towny
Wed Apr 17, 2024 7:37 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: The Australian Politics Thread
Replies: 29346
Views: 2062178

Re: The Australian Politics Thread

shanky wrote: Wed Apr 17, 2024 7:31 am Justice Lee has a nice way with words…

“Having escaped the Lion’s Den (the criminal trial), Mr Lehrmann made the mistake of going back for his hat..”

That’s Gold
:lol: :lol:
by towny
Wed Apr 17, 2024 7:34 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Banning smoking - does it make sense?
Replies: 92
Views: 1964

Re: Banning smoking - does it make sense?

My wife is dieing in front of my eyes. She has smoked for almost 50 years now and just cannot give up. She doesn't try any more and won't even let her doctor discuss it. She refuses any tests to see what damage it has caused, she knows it has but thinks knowing the details will just cause more stre...
by towny
Wed Apr 17, 2024 7:30 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)
Replies: 9649
Views: 298104

Re: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)

I did suspect that as a potential answer. But I wasn’t having a dig. It was a genuine question. Why is Lolesio in vogue with posters when he clearly wasn’t by the selection group last year. Personally I think he sits behind Rolls Royce pack at the Brumbies, some arm chair selectors can’t adjust for...
by towny
Wed Apr 17, 2024 7:28 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)
Replies: 9649
Views: 298104

Re: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)

Zakar wrote: Wed Apr 17, 2024 6:10 am Force named an interesting team - Beale and Rodda back in action. Interested to see how Rodda does particularly, as I feel we have plenty of loosehead locks, but lacking true tighthead locks, other than maybe Neville, and maybe you count LSL in that.
Good news!
I feel anxious for both of them.
by towny
Wed Apr 17, 2024 7:28 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)
Replies: 9649
Views: 298104

Re: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)

Let's face it Lolesio is the best but he sint world class. In fact we're lauding players for simply being able to kick for touch or not drop the ball. We've really gone backwards in what we need to see in a 10. There’s some truth in this but I think you’re being harsh. Carter Gordon, Will Harrison ...
by towny
Tue Apr 16, 2024 8:16 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Joseph Suaalii to quit Roosters, join rugby on monster deal
Replies: 333
Views: 17147

Re: Joseph Suaalii to quit Roosters, join rugby on monster deal

Joey Manu (a better player IMO than Suaalii) is off to play in Japan next year. That’s just the cherry on top for NZR. No need to spend treasure and resources on developing league talent - overseas clubs can do that. If it works out, they get an All Black. No risk and big upside. Another athlete fr...
by towny
Tue Apr 16, 2024 7:41 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Reds 2024 - too early for Kiss out?
Replies: 32
Views: 1070

Re: Reds 2024 - too early for Kiss out?

Uru out for 6 weeks. Surgery on thumb. Flook still unknown. Doubt he'll play this weekend at least. Well, this is looking exciting! :shock EDIT Pretty much assures I will be going home Friday night feeling utterly dejected. They are both big losses; however Blythe is a great replacement at lock and...
by towny
Tue Apr 16, 2024 7:31 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Joseph Suaalii to quit Roosters, join rugby on monster deal
Replies: 333
Views: 17147

Re: Joseph Suaalii to quit Roosters, join rugby on monster deal

Joey Manu (a better player IMO than Suaalii) is off to play in Japan next year. NZ Kiwis star Joseph Manu has confirmed he will switch from league to rugby, when he joins Japanese club side Toyota Verblitz after this NRL season. Manu, 27, had previously hinted at the move, but has now officially in...
by towny
Tue Apr 16, 2024 7:29 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)
Replies: 9649
Views: 298104

Re: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)

Let's face it Lolesio is the best but he sint world class. In fact we're lauding players for simply being able to kick for touch or not drop the ball. We've really gone backwards in what we need to see in a 10. There’s some truth in this but I think you’re being harsh. Carter Gordon, Will Harrison ...
by towny
Tue Apr 16, 2024 7:26 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Jordie Barrett to Leinster !
Replies: 197
Views: 4891

Re: Jordie Barrett to Leinster !

How long is short term? Great signing but probably not exactly the positions they need to strengthen. What about a top level backup tighthead? Tongan Thor will be along shortly I’m not so sure. While I think it would be great for him as a player (and the Wallabies), he’s signed until the end of 202...
by towny
Tue Apr 16, 2024 7:24 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Jordie Barrett to Leinster !
Replies: 197
Views: 4891

Re: Jordie Barrett to Leinster !

Duff Paddy wrote: Mon Apr 15, 2024 6:55 pm
DragsterDriver wrote: Mon Apr 15, 2024 6:52 pm What position do you see him playing? He's
We could play him at 6 just to further rip the piss
:lol:
by towny
Mon Apr 15, 2024 9:39 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)
Replies: 9649
Views: 298104

Re: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)

Lonergan and Gordon may not have met each other before, which is why I believe pairing Lonergan (or White) with Lolesio is a safer bet. Kerevi will be getting a call-up. Schmidt said that 60/40 selection calls would go to the local players, but I don’t believe Kerevi/Foketi is in any way contentiou...
by towny
Mon Apr 15, 2024 9:14 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)
Replies: 9649
Views: 298104

Re: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)

Lonergan and Gordon may not have met each other before, which is why I believe pairing Lonergan (or White) with Lolesio is a safer bet. Kerevi will be getting a call-up. Schmidt said that 60/40 selection calls would go to the local players, but I don’t believe Kerevi/Foketi is in any way contentious...
by towny
Mon Apr 15, 2024 7:22 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)
Replies: 9649
Views: 298104

Re: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)

1. Slipper 2. BPA 3. Talakai 4. Frost 5. LSL 6. Swinton 7. McReight 8. Valetini 9. Lonergan 10. Gordon 11. Petaia 12. Foketi 13. Ikitau 14. Kellaway 15. Wright Tupou off the bench. No to Wright. Can't trust him. Put Kellaway there. I used to say the same about Latho, but he came good at around the ...
by towny
Mon Apr 15, 2024 7:18 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)
Replies: 9649
Views: 298104

Re: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)

This is what I'm talking about. The basic skill set of a rugby league player (passing, catching and tackling) is better than his union counterpart. Purely because they spend more time on it. I don’t see why this remotely controversial. It’s almost certainly true. It may well be true for some union ...
by towny
Mon Apr 15, 2024 5:38 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)
Replies: 9649
Views: 298104

Re: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)

There may be some truth in saying some League players in Australia have better catch and passing skills compared to some Rugby players in Australia. League is a simple game with players having to make fewer decisions and they tend to have a lot of short passes so I can see why they drop the ball le...
by towny
Sun Apr 14, 2024 7:25 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Israel declares state of war
Replies: 9183
Views: 287434

Re: Israel declares state of war

I should apologise to everyone for going down this dumb side track, but I'm nothing if not easily diverted, so here goes one last try. My opinion of whether Hiroshima was ok or not is irrelevant. The only reason for my post is that I don't think they did it for the disgusting reason suggested by So...
by towny
Sun Apr 14, 2024 7:22 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Israel declares state of war
Replies: 9183
Views: 287434

Re: Israel declares state of war

Times have changed. 185 drone bombs, 110 ballistic missiles, 36 cruise missiles and this is not an open declaration of war. I remember the debates calling missile defense shields "fantasy" and a waste of money. The headline on Fox news is "the other cheek." On one hand I am impressed by the restrai...
by towny
Sun Apr 14, 2024 1:18 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Bondi Junction Shooting
Replies: 294
Views: 7099

Re: Bondi Junction Shooting

So how did this guy have a gun licence if he had mental health issues? ffs!! Do you know anything about what happened? Did you read a single article? And you posted this shit??? Calm the fk down Towny. I read the BBC article when it happened. That was yesterday. Then I came and read the thread titl...
by towny
Sun Apr 14, 2024 12:49 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)
Replies: 9649
Views: 298104

Re: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)

I agree too, mungoes always tell us they have the skillz, to only hit up for 5 tackles then kick away possession. Interesting read on Chriton in the Roar. From an expansive and free running centre (union) he’s played his pro career with his wings clipped. Trucks it up. Doesn’t pass. Occupies the sa...
by towny
Sun Apr 14, 2024 12:48 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)
Replies: 9649
Views: 298104

Re: Wallabies 2024 (2023 never happened)

I agree. I agree too, mungoes always tell us they have the skillz, to only hit up for 5 tackles then kick away possession. There may be some truth in saying some League players in Australia have better catch and passing skills compared to some Rugby players in Australia. League is a simple game wit...