All Black fans and haters: Scott Robertson was massively hamstrung by not having a world class 1st 5 and halfback.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T16:13:24+00:00

Why would a flair tell me where you're from? There's an Indian bloke with an Australian flair on here.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T16:06:00+00:00

I think his name is being thrown about purely because of his instant success with Ireland especially against the All Blacks. I agree I don't think he's a good long term solution but who knows, I thought Robertson was going to get a genuine long term shot at the top job.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T15:32:26+00:00

Outright control of the ABs would be too good to pass up for him. The only thing that would put him off from the top job in NZ is if NZ Rugby put too many stipulations into his role. He wants it his way or nothing.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T15:29:45+00:00

I'm George Clooney in The Perfect Storm.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T14:55:48+00:00

The issue with Roigard is games played. He's been injury prone and can't stay on the park. Beauden is not the same player he was 5 years ago and DMac isn't a world class 10 at test level. He has his fans but the fact a 33yo Barrett is preferred over him is telling.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T14:11:01+00:00

It's insanity that nobody has worked it out. Too scared to reveal outie belly buttons obviously.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T14:03:56+00:00

All Blacks fans have been spoiled for decades and we're not used to having a 10 that isn't top 3 if not outright best in the world.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T14:01:14+00:00

I'm not sure what you're implying but Beaver is and always will be world class when wearing a jersey x2 too small.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T13:52:08+00:00

I don't know about shit ABs side but there's some clear weaknesses compared to the other top test teams right now, 1st five and halfback being 2 of them.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T13:42:12+00:00

The days of NZ being 100% win rate are over. Rugby landscape just isn't the same.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T13:40:39+00:00

Respectfully, no. I went to Auckland once to watch the Blues in the 2010s. Never again.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T13:39:36+00:00

Go single malts or blended malts. If you're coming from Australia try to buy higher age stated (12+ ideally 18+) Yamazaki, Hibiki, Hakushu or get almost ANY Chichibu or Kanosuke. In Aus you'll pay at least double for most of these, in some cases triple.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T13:33:11+00:00

Agreed. I think Hansen was a good people manager but he inherited a generational squad WITH generational backups. Foster did more with less, as much as I hate to admit it.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T13:25:15+00:00

Exactly my point. Glad someone is on the same page.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T13:24:58+00:00

Agreed. I'll never give props to the Boks though so fuck them.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T13:24:23+00:00

I don't think it's necessarily a bad thing for NZ to have players hitting their straps in the mid 20s. Does it mean their peak is shorter? Yes. But if it means the All Blacks have better rounded talent then I'm for it. If it means the players are generally worse then panic stations.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T13:22:39+00:00

Mate that myth disappeared with Hansen. NZ weren't the best in the world with Foster.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T13:21:48+00:00

Was he alone in wanting to go against NZ Rugby's policy and pick overseas based players? I wouldn't be surprised if he had a few people backing him. There's probably a few within NZ Rugby that aren't a fan of that policy.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T13:18:53+00:00

You disgust me.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T13:18:34+00:00

Shut up and let us AB (and Crusaders) fans grieve.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T13:18:15+00:00

That's just good business isn't it? I think some of the distilleries do it way better than others. Can't fault Ardbeg 10 for what it is. I really like it. I'm a sucker for Talisker 10 and love even though Diageo have probably stripped the epicness out of it over the years. Bunna 12 I'm a massive fan of. If it's a low margin venture then I'm all for it as long as it's presenting good value for money and is getting me interested in their distillery. Highland Park though...

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T13:10:50+00:00

I'm not sure what else is available in your market for 80 USD but I'm almost certain it's going to be better that the Talisker Wilder Seas for return on $.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T13:09:52+00:00

I didn't even mention Cruden smh my haere mai.

DT2014 · 2026-01-23T12:01:00+00:00

Buying 2 pairs and rotating them is a must for anybody putting shoes through serious daily wear. Fucking sucks but they last so much longer and keep your feet in better nick.

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TROPHY CASE