The Wales squad - Scotland, Autumn Nations Cup, and beyond

First topic message reminder :

Wayne Pivac will announce the squad on October 6th, likely to be a Scarlet-heavy selection and rightly so. I would also like to see new players come in so we can see what they have to offer. 

Wales might play France on October 24th in warm-up, but there is currently some doubt on whether this will go ahead. Next up is the re-arranged 6N match with Scotland on October 31st. In the autumn nations cup Wales will face-off against Ireland, England, Georgia and either France, Fiji, Italy or Scotland. 

Venues to be announced.

Roof is open due to covid.

The Oracle wrote:Roof is open due to covid.

Ah makes sense.

No 7&1/2 wrote:

BigGee wrote:It's raining, why did they not shut the roof?

Just to ask that. NZ ask to keep it open?

I though for these AIs they did not have to both agree, oh well, clearly I thought wrong

First viewing of that young lad Basham...looks a player!

No 7&1/2 wrote:

The Oracle wrote:Roof is open due to covid.

Ah makes sense.

Yes that's a good call then

Another missed knock on.. Abs getting all the calls

Moriaty looks in trouble

No arms from either tackler

At least a no arms tackle, but the shoulder didn't hit the head

That could be a red.

Not a wrap in sight from either AB ...

Red card

Not a lot the defender could do about that, Moriarty was very low.

Probably a YC as no wrap

No 7&1/2 wrote:

BigGee wrote:It's raining, why did they not shut the roof?

Just to ask that. NZ ask to keep it open?

It’s covid rules. AIs we can normally keep it closed, if we choose.

BigGee wrote:Not a lot the defender could do about that, Moriarty was very low.

Probably a YC as no wrap

Second defender could’ve done a lot. At least used an arm. It’s red.

Three points won't do it

18-6 NZ at HT

All Blacks seem to be comfortably in control and Wales taking a battering on the player front. Could be a tough second half.

Whose the co commentator who isn't Warburton? He's awful.

Well that looked late

No way he was on his feet there.

Taine Basham looks a cracker.

Wales have been owned at the breakdown

So many clean breaks from NZ.

What hands from Lalala

That was sheer brilliance, you can't deny it!

Yeah, they are masters of the counter against unorganised defence

Cracking try

Genuinely didn’t know Brian MacNeice was TMO. Now it’s all so clear.

So easy

Like basketball

Dillon Lewis not binding there

Didn't think you were allowed to play the ball when you're off your feet?

Wales' heads have gone as much as anything. Making bad indivudal choices.

Jst too easy. When the AB's have momentum they get such quick ruck ball.

Why is Jordie Barrettt chosen over McKenzie.

goal kicking

I think Foster sees McKenzie more as an impact player

Wow that would have been an insane try

I see the mullet is in full pomp in NZ, borrowed it from Exeter...

We can still win this! Technically

Not now

Ouch Wales

GeordieFalcon wrote:I see the mullet is in full pomp in NZ, borrowed it from Exeter...

Google NZ cricketer Colin de Grandhomme. If that can't inspire his countrymen then I don't know what will!

Pretty ruthless demolition, some nice tries

Well, 9th in the world vs arguably 1st. About right I suppose

A solid performance by all 23 players. -  bench impacted well.

Impressed with Sam Whitelocks style of captaincy, letting the clock and the scoreboard influence his decisions.

A number of young players got to experience playing rugby in Europe for the first time.

Next week should see the return of the likes of skipper Sam Cane. Aaron Smith and todays water boy Dane Coles.

Bottom line, there were some classy skills on display today.

No 7&1/2 wrote:Whose the co commentator who isn't Warburton? He's awful.

The very unbiased Mr Shanklin

Out of curiosity who is this Jarvo F*%k wit?

aucklandlaurie wrote:Out of curiosity who is this Jarvo F*%k wit?

Absolute imbecile who invaded the pitch 3 games in a row during England's test series with India. The first time he came on as players were returning to the pitch, wearing an India kit and just pretending to be an Indian player. It was fairly harmless and actually quite amusing. The second time he ran on as a batsman, delayed the game and annoyed everyone. The third time he came on as a bowler and barged into Jonny Bairstow (England player who is a brick s***house that played rugby to a good standard), who did well not to refrain from decking him.

Now this nonsense. He's an attention seeking muppet that has well and truly outstayed his welcome.

king_carlos wrote:

aucklandlaurie wrote:Out of curiosity who is this Jarvo F*%k wit?

Absolute imbecile who invaded the pitch 3 games in a row during England's test series with India. The first time he came on as players were returning to the pitch, wearing an India kit and just pretending to be an Indian player. It was fairly harmless and actually quite amusing. The second time he ran on as a batsman, delayed the game and annoyed everyone. The third time he came on as a bowler and barged into Jonny Bairstow (England player who is a brick s***house that played rugby to a good standard), who did well not to refrain from decking him.

Now this nonsense. He's an attention seeking muppet that has well and truly outstayed his welcome.

Thank you King Carlos, I had not heard anything of this about this guy before, your reply is one of the most astonishing things I have ever read on this forum. (And Ive read some pretty astonishing posts).

The problem with these sort of people is that unless the authorities come down hard on them, then next thing you know Terrorists will think its OK to get in on the act as well, and people will die.

I am old enough to remember when an intruder got on to a tennis court and stabbed Monica Seles.

Just hope the Welsh Security guys gave him a good slap...or two.