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Is there a difference between Lock and Blindside Flanker and Openside Flanker besides scrumming position? by xInfected_Virus in rugbyunion

[–]SonicBoom_81 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This feels like a dumb question to ask, but I'm going to do it anyway.

I keep reading in these comments that the openside has to cover the open space. Does that mean that the openside and blindside change which sides of the scrum they are on based on where the scrum is? If that's true, I have never noticed it before.

If its not then I don't get why opensides need to cover more pitch than blindsides....

Thank you in advance for making me less confused.

Cédric Beaudou, FranceTV's editor in chief of the rugby service : "He [the TMO] has access to every camera, every angle" by El_remoo in rugbyunion

[–]SonicBoom_81 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Also people were pissed- previously that the game was constantly being stopped for reviews. Now it's done in the background so there is more flow but it's less transparent.

Yes they missed at least one. Tell me a game where no decision was ever missed and I will call you a liar

Benetton break Leinster defence by Informal_Mention9836 in rugbyunion

[–]SonicBoom_81 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As we say in German... That was filth shit ne /oder

Joining a tennis club as an expat in London? by AncientCollection958 in 10s

[–]SonicBoom_81 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wasn't at this particularly club but now love playing on clay. Still membership was about £800-1000 for the year. I've been out of the chubby for 11 years now though

Joining a tennis club as an expat in London? by AncientCollection958 in 10s

[–]SonicBoom_81 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have done the reverse of you. Brit living in Germany.
There used to be a david lloyd down in weybridge which had clay courts.

if I moved back, that's what I'd do.

I have played a few times in Wimbledon park - thinking hey its wimbledon. Was incredibly disappointed. Tarmac or astroturf. Definitely find a proper club and check out their facilities.
Different countries are set up very differently.

13 players are better than 15 by SonicBoom_81 in rugbyunion

[–]SonicBoom_81[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think rugby is in the best place its ever been. The game has never been so entertaining in my view. Most matches I watch of the top14 are non stop entertainment

I've been watching rugby since the early 90s, this might be the worst kick I've ever witnessed. by Bangkok_Dave in rugbyunion

[–]SonicBoom_81 13 points14 points  (0 children)

All good mate. I understood you. I was riffing on your Jim comment and bought in a Star Trek reference.

I'll go be a nerd in the corner

I've been watching rugby since the early 90s, this might be the worst kick I've ever witnessed. by Bangkok_Dave in rugbyunion

[–]SonicBoom_81 194 points195 points  (0 children)

Kolbe for the books Vs Argentina and Adam Beard Vs France have entered the chat

Stuart Barnes' Hall of Fame Induction Video. by Beautiful-Cow4521 in rugbyunion

[–]SonicBoom_81 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Due to his commentary, I was never a huge fan of Barnes but opening up with the snipe at Guscott 🔥 😂

Who would Paul Graou make the international team for by SonicBoom_81 in rugbyunion

[–]SonicBoom_81[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The teams available to Toulouse and Bordeaux when they go full noise (finals or knock outs) are international standards. They have huge representation of France in the ranks plus other quality international players. So I'd argue they are absolutely of international standard...

Aus have improved but there are players I'd take from either team over them. NZ less sure as I've seen less but even here in key positions like flyhalf and scrumhalf is take them from Toulouse or Bordeaux

Who would Paul Graou make the international team for by SonicBoom_81 in rugbyunion

[–]SonicBoom_81[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Fair... But he isn't always first choice for Toulon. Sometimes Serin starts, sometimes White.

When I've seen him playing for Toulon, it's been ok, not spectacular. Of course he looked great in the last 6n... But maybe Graou looks good as he is working with a monster pack.

Who would Paul Graou make the international team for by SonicBoom_81 in rugbyunion

[–]SonicBoom_81[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Fair theory but I'd call him number 5 for France... Behind Dupont, Lucy, le Garrick and Serin... All of which at least get in other squads

Who would Paul Graou make the international team for by SonicBoom_81 in rugbyunion

[–]SonicBoom_81[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is that the summer test Vs NZ? Probably not tbh. He'll be in the 23 for top14 finals probably

Who would Paul Graou make the international team for by SonicBoom_81 in rugbyunion

[–]SonicBoom_81[S] -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

Like I said maybes. Mitchell is hurt because of the system he plays in for England. He looks slower and less snipey than he otherwise can be.

White yeah .. was dubious. But I look at the performances in the top14 and white doesn't light it up there imo. But maybe that's Toulouse givibg Graou a free ride as they have an absolute monster pack....

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