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shanky

I think Schmidt is a brainiac who will look at this analytically and draw similar conclusions

Not a particularly brave prediction, I grant you (given his obvious track record) but this a side match-thread (not the WB thread) so I can say this without too much fear

LOL

shanky

I’ll confess I was surprised to learn that EJ had appointed Skelton as captain Not because Skelton isn’t talented and smart, but because: a) he was overseas based and had no local rapport with the players b) he’s a tight forward, with nose-to-the-grindstone. Very difficult to study what the match-dy...

shanky

Good stuff. You are very sensible. I am sure you’ll go well. History says as much.

shanky

Each to their own. I think there’s no harm in having a little bit to put into hunches like ‘lithium’ or that stock your wife’s friend talked about

It’s not really investing, more punting. But it stops you feeling tempted to exit investments to chase things and scratches an itch

All IMO

shanky

TranceNRG wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 1:50 pm You reckon he's a nobody?

He’s certainly a nobody in the rugby press. No glamour etc

shanky

Thing is unless you buy individual. US shares, you are almost always buying FANGS or whatever you want to call them when you buy US ETFs or mutual funds. I think majority of money in the last couple of weeks went in to US funds. Nothing wrong with ETF’s or their composition Was talking more about o...

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There’s been an article or two about Wright

The jungle drums are sounding

They’re saying “the new Jon Eels - he’s coming”

shanky

Sure. It has, but I’m not a fashionista so I deliberately get these things wrong - in order to show I’m based

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Eugenius wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 12:17 pm A very happy crowd .

And a good bunch of friendly loyalists .

Enjoyable night .

Shared a bottle of French red at a pouncy little wine bar with my bro , who doesn’t get out much .

Life is good .

Onya Euge

Glad you had a good time. That’s what rugger (and a welcome win) can give you.

shanky

Without wanting to wade into the debate, my opinion is that equities are at (or near) the bottom.
I specifically exclude FANGS from this sentiment, as they remain toppy.
I’m referring to sensible growth stocks.

shanky

Liam Wright is Australia’s natural captain

The man is the smartest footballer in Australia

I’d be building a team around him.

shanky

ROLDY wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 12:48 pm
shanky wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 12:43 pm
ROLDY wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 12:40 pm

How good is a packed Brooky looking
Was going to wander over, but made the fateful decision to watch the Tahs instead
We’re thinking about moving that way. Love the beaches

God’s country mate. You’re welcome to join.

We got locked down in Covid and no-one minded.

shanky

grievous wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 12:45 pm
shanky wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 12:43 pm
ROLDY wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 12:40 pm

How good is a packed Brooky looking
Was going to wander over, but made the fateful decision to watch the Tahs instead
You went tonight?

Haven’t been to an actual Tahs game since before Covid.

Switched to loving ‘grassroots’ rugby because it’s more authentic, and stuff

shanky

ROLDY wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 12:40 pm
shanky wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 12:38 pm Well done Chiefs.

DMac outstanding.

How good is a packed Brooky looking

Was going to wander over, but made the fateful decision to watch the Tahs instead

shanky

Well done Chiefs.

DMac outstanding.

shanky

Fvck I hate being a Tahs fan

Go manly!

shanky

And did Marky Mark do so well it was worth dropping Pietsch?

Meanwhile that fckwit replacement nothingburger winger who played the ball on the ground gets a game.

shanky

As a QLDer I hate the Tahs, but Jesus I’m feeling sorry for them tonight. First 20 mins was amazing and then they just shit the bed Piss poor defence. Weird selections . Overly complex lineout calls Poor coaching basically. Perese on the pine, for a start Yes. That’s one of about 10 head scratchers

shanky

As a QLDer I hate the Tahs, but Jesus I’m feeling sorry for them tonight. First 20 mins was amazing and then they just shit the bed Piss poor defence. Weird selections. Overly complex lineout calls Poor coaching basically. Doesn’t explain shit like gamble failing to do his job. I’d also love to see...

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ROLDY wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 12:11 pm
TranceNRG wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 12:08 pm I think that's the game.
As a QLDer I hate the Tahs, but Jesus I’m feeling sorry for them tonight.

First 20 mins was amazing and then they just shit the bed

Piss poor defence. Weird selections. Overly complex lineout calls
Poor coaching basically.

shanky

ROLDY wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 12:03 pm
shanky wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 12:02 pm
ROLDY wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 12:00 pm

Agreed. He’s also bang average.
He’s errr, playing the Brumbies style 8.
How dare you slander John Roe like that!

8 plays wide apparently

All very innovative

shanky

ROLDY wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 12:00 pm
Zakar wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 11:50 am Hannigan isn't fast enough for 8, keeps getting burned in the outside channels.
Agreed. He’s also bang average.

He’s errr, playing the Brumbies style 8.

shanky

Auckman wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 11:56 am DMac is clearly the starting All Black 10 this year

He is magic. Real class

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Magpie26 wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 11:56 am Another penalty 5m out and the ref does nothing

Have you noticed how the chiefs players run into the line, causing obstruction? The last try was directly affected by this.

Nope? Guess not. Better to whine than either be objective or simply shut up

shanky

grievous wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 11:33 am
ROLDY wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 9:53 am AC… how many tissues have you been through in the last 80mins?
Hes watching loige

Not this week

This week he’s going to be baaaack baby. Die hard Union man again

shanky

Skiaddict wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 11:50 am "Just a penalty"

Ref whinging is so f**king dull

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kiap wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 11:14 am Is Edmed better than Harrison?

Edmed is solid. Harrison has a higher ceiling

shanky

Amatasero is a huge plant pot

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Jtah wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 11:08 am
shanky wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 11:04 am Finau has Swinton syndrome
I don’t want to curse him but Swinton looks to have matured.

Yes
He’s definitely not a ticking timebomb anymore

shanky

Finau has Swinton syndrome

shanky

Julian Heaven competing with Ricky Riccitelli for the best name in super rugby

shanky

Chiefs have turned up to play!

Should be a good game

shanky

Great ceremony.

shanky

Apols. I see there is a match thread already

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shanky

AC will have to be happy with this penalty count

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ZuLurk wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 6:31 am Easier for me to rate the boks than players that one don't see playing regularly.

Perhaps you could explain your scoring system?

Smith (a forward) scores more for #14 than does DuPont (a back)

And Kolbe, a specialist winger, scores more at #15, than Barrett (a specialist fullback)

shanky

From the totals Willemse is first and DuPont is…last

shanky

I think that’s a valid question. As it turns out, Vietnam went over to the other side and we all survived. It seems like it’s about how high the stakes are. Do we really care if China invades Taiwan? The only material issue would be semi-conductors, probably. Oh, and the south China sea thereafter.

shanky

That should do it.

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