[2017 RBS Six Nations] Round 2: Italy vs. Ireland (11/02/2017)

[munstermuffin]

Earls and Ringrose in centre

 

[big ginger 8]

Ringrose simply isn't physically developed enough yet to be an effective international centre, he'll be dropped once Payne is fully fit.

I think he's shown up very well overall in the physical stakes. I think people get worried about it more because of his build than any actual evidence.

 

[Leonormous Boozer]

Very long scrum advantage...

 

[munstermuffin]

I think he's shown up very well overall in the physical stakes. I think people get worried about it more because of his build than any actual evidence.

Agreed. Think people forget he's still learning at this level. He's getting stuck in. We have really looked comfortable moving and attacking.

Our defence still is iffy a bit.

 

[Groundhog]

A certain journalist will be mentally breaking down some where.

That ****ing ignorant ****** **** waste of space mistake prick Cummiskey?

 

[Leonormous Boozer]

This is dull, both sides going through the motions.

 

[munstermuffin]

That ****ing ignorant ****** **** waste of space mistake prick Cummiskey?

No Kimmage. He hates Stander playing for Ireland

 

[Groundhog]

This is dull, both sides going through the motions.

You must hate watching rugby if you get bored that easily!

 

[munstermuffin]

I think it's great seeing Ireland be bit adventurous. Best getting ill may have blessed us a bit. Pack refound mojo and backs showed good confidence. Jackson has been brilliant

 

[sigesige00]

Could anyone tell me the pitch size at Stadio Olimpico (width, length of field of play, depth of in-goals)?

 

[big ginger 8]

Was just thinking we should get Toner off. Well deserved and unusual rest.

 

[Jockstap]

I think he's shown up very well overall in the physical stakes. I think people get worried about it more because of his build than any actual evidence.

I agree but he still needs to put on weight. He got bullied last week and in the Castres game. He will be an excellent centre, it's plain for anyone to see, but he's getting dropped as soon as Payne gets back.

 

[Leonormous Boozer]

You must hate watching rugby if you get bored that easily!

No, I think we're seeing the negative effect of bps, Ireland protecting their players with 5pts in the bag.

 

[Groundhog]

That was backwards for the Italians. They're unlucky there.

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#GoVegan being advertised in Rome now. #Go****Yourself would be a more popular campaign at a rugby game unless David Pocock is your only viewer.

 

[munstermuffin]

How hasn't bench been emptied. Thought VDF would've got good time and Marmion

 

[Tadginator]

King Gary

 

[munstermuffin]

Ringrose magic there. Great run

 

[Brabander]

Ringrose read the comments here.

 

[Leonormous Boozer]

The way he attacks the pillars is incredible, most his breaks are right beside the most recent ruck.

 

[munstermuffin]

Why put Keatley on wing. Ok I know he will never be a serious option but still