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Dan54.

Make it clear, I don't want to see Rebels(or any rugby club anywhere) fold, but the argument of whetjher players would all flee overseas? Probably if other Aussie teams are filling up rosters with perhaps journeyman players from NZ etc . If RA do let them slide they should insist other 4 teams show...

Dan54.

Make it clear, I don't want to see Rebels(or any rugby club anywhere) fold, but the argument of whetjher players would all flee overseas? Probably if other Aussie teams are filling up rosters with perhaps journeyman players from NZ etc . If RA do let them slide they should insist other 4 teams show ...

Dan54.

The best committee to get on is the judiciary! Not paid obviously but we got free tickets to every match at Eden Park (including test matches) for years. They discontinued the free tickets thing for SR in my last year but man it was a great gig. Geez mate, should of thought of something like that!!...

Dan54.

Well I have heard and read on a couple of forums the problems etc of moving Rebels etc (mainly because the posters would find it harder to get to stadium), but I am of the positive school of thought, if there's a chance of saving the club sounds bloody good to me. Work around the problems. I know fr...

Dan54.

I'm making a call based on who I think is the best player to wear 10 for the AB's. You're obviously happy to have McKenzie, Perofeta and Cameron leading the All Blacks around the field from 10? I don't think Mo adds that much to that group, certainly not enough to overhaul our whole system. Our sys...

Dan54.

Pakia Pakia wrote: ↑Tue Apr 02, 2024 11:10 pm

Pretty harsh on Reihana. He's barely played. I thought he was looking good in the first game before he was injured. For me he's certainly the player with the most potential out of him, Kemara, Burke and Hohepa.

Dan54.

Understand what you saying Merlin, but that would really make no difference, Burke is probably getting a shit load more money in NH than any super team would or could pay him. I think the whole thing on 10s etc will sort itself out, I remember all the nickers in twist some were getting between 2007 ...

Dan54.

Bugger!!! Guess that's what happens sometimes , but we won't see him again this year will we? I not sure what the tackle problem was though, so can't really comment on it, didn't actually look much wrong with it, and got impression he twisted knee as he kind of came around ref? I will certainly bow ...

Dan54.

[ According to Uncle FB and Dan 54, the game has never been stronger in NZ, and only fools would even consider tweaking our historic eligibility laws to ensure the All Blacks have the best available pool of players to select from. [/quote] Have I missed something that I have posted? Or is AC just m...

Dan54.

Here endeth the stupidity Sam Whitelock has shut the door on a potential return to the All Blacks, having announced he will retire from all rugby after fulfilling his obligations with French club Pau this season. Lock Whitelock, 35, played the last of his 153 tests for the All Blacks when he took t...

Dan54.

PP is providing backing for his opinion that pro rugby is run by morons. Fair enough you don't follow certain other sports, but following straightforward sentences shouldn't be too big a stretch. Yep as I saying he agrees with my post, it seems that rugby isn't run well because all the experts are ...

Dan54.

Surely personality is reflected and intertwined in both politics and leadership style. Can't help but feel the biggest barriers to the success of the last government, this government and our country as a whole is the lack of talent and ability on each side of the political divide. Kick the minor pa...

Dan54.

Both the NRL and the AFL are both bigger than Top 14 and D2 combined. Combined those are the two biggest rugby comps in the world. The NRL and AFL both have family friendly afternoon games every weekend and they have regular free to air games. It's not rocket science. Rugby doesn't cater enough to ...

Dan54.

Pro Rugby is dying around the world because it's run by morons. Yep as I keep saying PP, seems all the smart ones are too busy on forums? Both the NRL and the AFL are both bigger than Top 14 and D2 combined. Combined those are the two biggest rugby comps in the world. The NRL and AFL both have fami...

Dan54.

Where's the crowd? Jesus what is going on with rugby It was an MP home game today. It would’ve been an extra 5k I think if it was a Blues home game. I thought crowd wasn't overly bad for an obvious one sided game, they were all over one side of field so they weren't looking into the sun from what I...

Dan54.

Pakia Pakia wrote: ↑Sat Mar 30, 2024 6:41 am
True Blue wrote: ↑Sat Mar 30, 2024 6:35 am Where's the crowd? Jesus what is going on with rugby
Pro Rugby is dying around the world because it's run by morons.

Yep as I keep saying PP, seems all the smart ones are too busy on forums?

Dan54.

Well as Canes man I loved that, and as rugby man was the same, will do me anyday of the week!

Dan54.

I understand that too. It’s their sport. I understand both sides But it's not only the sport of a couple of PUs. They represent their unions - it is their sport there and it’s their duty to do the best for their members. They aren’t a business - they’re a sport - and they don’t have the same intere...

Dan54.

Jtah wrote: ↑Sat Mar 30, 2024 4:17 am
Dan54. wrote: ↑Fri Mar 29, 2024 8:32 pm In general, it's not all PUs etc against the review findings etc, I am hearing there just a few PUs don't want to lose power.
Auckland and Canterbury?

They could well be a couple of them, not saying what whispers I get etc, but a good few PUs want the review to be carried through.

Dan54.

towny wrote: ↑Fri Mar 29, 2024 10:34 pm
Dan54. wrote: ↑Fri Mar 29, 2024 8:32 pm In general, it's not all PUs etc against the review findings etc, I am hearing there just a few PUs don't want to lose power.
I understand that too. It’s their sport.

I understand both sides But it's not only the sport of a couple of PUs.

Dan54.

Grandpa wrote: ↑Fri Mar 29, 2024 9:05 pm Jacomb was good. I was impressed. Also thought Grace played well... really looked the player who could go places. Looks heavier this year... But still agile in the lineout. Just hope he stays fit and healthy.

Dan54.

Yep mrb , but DMac is injured, so was good time to use as rest. I really enjoyed game, and as a neutral, thought the Crusaders were bloody good for the win. Almost like they decided that 5 losses were enough and we better sort it out! In general I thought their pack went bloody well, and that's wher...

Dan54.

In general, it's not all PUs etc against the review findings etc, I am hearing there just a few PUs don't want to lose power.

Dan54.

Just been having a think about the argument/discussions on make up of NZR board going forward, and although I kind of like the idea of PUs running things etc, I actually looked back etc on a few things I been involved in. While not being an expert, I have been on and run junior rugby boards, on boar...

Dan54.

Josh Jacomb has great potential - really exited for him. McMillan must rate him to start him ahead of Ioane as well. Got some real lumps in that forward pack but... can we play for more than an hour this week. I stoked to see Jacomb get a start, I know I been on here and talking him up for a little...

Dan54.

The waiting around for another scrum is what makes rugby, rugby? 15% of the game is spent forming scrums - is this what makes rugby, rugby? What is it that makes rugby, rugby, if it’s not one team attacking with the ball while the other defends and competes for possession? Scrums. Lineouts. Rucks. ...

Dan54.

Funny in our house my Mrs can't stand him because hie excitable leaguie type thing. Me I don't get too pissed with commentaors and do really like he's pretty passionate about the game, and knows the players. See I like Laban when he does stuff over here in NZ, knows the players and follows it at a ...

Dan54.

I must admit to being stoked at Palmy how well the Canes went. I can say who starts at 9 or 10, will not be too big a difference, but if the pack can win lightning ball like, they did on Friday, will be the difference. I think the defence in second half thing is a little lazy way of looking at probl...

Dan54.

Funny in our house my Mrs can't stand him because hie excitable leaguie type thing. Me I don't get too pissed with commentaors and do really like he's pretty passionate about the game, and knows the players. See I like Laban when he does stuff over here in NZ, knows the players and follows it at a l...

Dan54.

Precisely. Shipping 28 points, in the last 45 minutes of the game, had my nerves jangling. I liked the look of TJ (someone said keeping Roigard honest), Morgan, Sinkinson and Godfrey in the backs. Actually, there wasn't much to fault. The forwards toiled honestly for long periods, then went of the ...

Dan54.

Mate , just a bit of talk from mate who is there or thereabouts in rugby admin stuff, known him for years from my days on PU boards. He did say the playing at end of this season was highly unlikely really, but has just heard whispers about him coming home, and nothing is confirmed etc. Just usually ...

Dan54.

How much creedence we going to give to whispers that we may just see Sam W back at Crusaders next year?

Dan54.

[quote="Ted. Just had a thought Teds, what you reckon the cahnces are of Moorby coming on at 15 and Godfrey moving to No 10? I can see it happening, and with a decent run there Godfrey could tie up a benvh spot covering 10-15, and maybe let Morgan drift off. Think Godfrey ran at 10 for Canes B team ...

Dan54.

ng Love to 10 even if he was fit. Absolutely Dan, but for the young mans prospects, I think he has to get some time there. So, if they are going to experiment, why not experiment with Love at 10 ..... or leave him out entirely to ensure his ankle has the best chance of coming right. [/quote] I know...

Dan54.

[quote="kiwidutchie [/quote] So Jordie is back.... Rayasi and Sinkinson on the wings, Godfrey at FB and Aiden Morgan to start...... Can you say "experimental?" I thought you could.... [/quote] Hardly call Sinkinson and Rayasi, as experimental. Nor Godfrey who I recall played for Canes last year when...

Dan54.

capt hurricane wrote: ↑Wed Mar 20, 2024 4:21 am Bit rough on Viljoen, but I expect he is a lynch pin in the Colts side.

Will Ogre be happy to see a genuine Lock in the Hurricanes pack though.

I like Vijoen, but think he was in squad as injury cover? Judd was fully contracted I think.

Dan54.

Isn't there tsill another release of tickets, and then a ballot? Everyone I know who wants one has got a ticket with no probs already, so not sure what the ballot etc is about? Games like this have had tickets released in tranches in the past, which is the reason I mentioned 'tickets released thus ...

Dan54.

I've always been a supporter of playing local players during home games in their province, as they tend to bring their A-game in those games. It also helps strengthen the regional identity of the Hurricanes. I don't know the players well enough (yet) to evaluate how good they are compared to other ...

Dan54.

Like anyone coming to grips with insolvency, this guy has to suck it up. He's still getting paid to play & refusing to stand by his team mates only makes him look a prick. With an attitude like that other Super coaches may prefer to leave this guy in the wilderness. Except he's not. At least, not o...

Dan54.

Isn't there tsill another release of tickets, and then a ballot? Everyone I know who wants one has got a ticket with no probs already, so not sure what the ballot etc is about?

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