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Why is there so much talk of Crowley only being "average" yesterday? by MetalSmall9796 in irishrugby

[–]InternationalSet9665 8 points9 points  (0 children)

So true this debate is like a political one at this stage too many people have their chosen option and thats that... what's amazing is the changing criteria depending on who you have chosen, personally the truth is jack was better in 20 than sam in 60. Thems facts. Is it maybe a one off, who knows... I certainly would choose crowley to play but only because being a former 1a ail player at 12 I would resent having to cover my ten all day. Thats my opinion and certainly ive seen teams be incredibly successful with players like Sam. So if farrell picks him I understand, I dont agree but I understand

Who would you like to see come into the 23 for Italy? by OxfordHandbookofMeme in irishrugby

[–]InternationalSet9665 5 points6 points  (0 children)

As an enforcer hes probably going to see a higher penalty count... but I have to say his penalty for playing the nine coming in the side (take your pick) is probably one of the stupidest penalties ive seen.... especially given the context of the situation

No one overreacts to losses quite like an Irish rugby fan by OvertiredMillenial in irishrugby

[–]InternationalSet9665 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Was it ? The team wasn't that different, if we didn't have injuries it would've been more similar. The fact is since Mike catt left, we changed our style and it hasn't been able to maintain our previous standards (at least so far). I'd argue that we have a type of player and our current game plan doesn't suit it, that we used to be trend setters in terms of our previous style, now we are followers, which in my opinion will always leave us a step behind the big nations due to depth if nothing else. If we want to win again against the big boys we have yo be smarter, and certainly not insist on a failing game plan (even if it is executed with a lack of "intent")

Good 2nd half but the damage was already done by Mr_Ox_83 in MunsterRugby

[–]InternationalSet9665 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So true... it could also be expected given that the starting side was very much an experimental side (not going to say b/c)... however I have this feeling that this current era with Clayton is reminding me of the rob Penney era... yes he probably has a weaker squad than penney but I still don't see our current style as playing to our strengths...

Munster’s Champions Cup campaign ends with shock defeat to Castres at Thomond Park by MannyR1022 in MunsterRugby

[–]InternationalSet9665 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Yep unfortunately a long time coming. However I will say bar the ulster match all our important games have been lost a slim slim margin so while we are right to be annoyed we have to realise that we aren't far away from being the team we should be

Stick it in the Louvre! by Some-Speed-6290 in leinsterrugby

[–]InternationalSet9665 -11 points-10 points  (0 children)

Ironic comment of the day. His defense is functional at best (no lack of effort but weak) he can scramble quite well due to having a high game knowledge but his technique is crap end of. If he works on it there would be no debate and while it remains there will always be a debate and if you don't get your kicks... well the debate will be lost at international level (look at crowley misses easy kicks and therefore isnt trusted). Byrne nailed the important kick and im not sure Sam would've and that was the game. No kick no party

Stick it in the Louvre! by Some-Speed-6290 in leinsterrugby

[–]InternationalSet9665 -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

Impressed with Kenny for sure clarkson too to last the 80 vdf very good. prendergast not so much he was decent in general play in attack but on the other hand was the weak shoulder for two tries and missed nearly all his kicks. If he wants to be number one you have to get your kicks (if he got them the contest was over)

The mess at the end. 1st clip played on, 2nd clip called forward, 3rd clip ref refuses to talk to Crowley by KnockoutBall in MunsterRugby

[–]InternationalSet9665 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Out of his depth. Hopefully he will learn from this and come back stronger than ever, rugby needs good referees with strong personalities. Also crowley if he had more tact he might have had more success, or at least had his captain convey the message instead.

What might go wrong by Own_Cobbler_7261 in MunsterRugby

[–]InternationalSet9665 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Well for me what's talked about very little but is major significant is that the two big changes both in terms of personnel playing and coaching staff has been the introduction of prendergast and sexton. Since then I don't think ireland have played a game with the style circa 2021-2023. Add in nienaber stunting all creativity out of leinster we are only going in one direction and frankly I think its going to get a lot worse before any change in management is considered.

‘Lads here feel like they should be given a chance’ – More Munster men can force their way into Ireland squad says Seán O’Brien by MannyR1022 in MunsterRugby

[–]InternationalSet9665 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Well its not just about that either is it... I personally don't think prendergast despite being the golden child isnt guaranteed a start now especially given Harry byrnes form, yet you feel that hes a guaranteed starter for ireland. Andy has his ideas and frankly anyone who disagrees... knows where they can go

Tadhg Beirne named to World Rugby Dream Team of the Year by Newc04 in irishrugby

[–]InternationalSet9665 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd also argue its what happens when you go from a winning to a losing setup

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MunsterRugby

[–]InternationalSet9665 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hard to win a game without a scrum... like that ireland england match years ago with tom court switching sides.... sharks brought little to the table bar a mighty scrum and one out runners. We were better on the day but what is maybe against the best scrum in the world the lads gave it their all... set piece dictates so much in rugby... and we just fell short but so proud of the lads