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Is Du Toit's versatility being abused by Erasmus

Started by clevermike12 REPLIES616 VIEWS· 10 Nov 2018, 09:46
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clevermikeCoach57,555 posts
10 Nov 2018, 09:46
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10 Nov 2018, 09:46#1

Since the start of the tests played by the Springboks Du Toit has been used as 


*    the number 5 lock;

*    the blindside loosie; and

*    the number 4 lock in the test today


It is obvious that he has the capability to deliver top class performances  in any position he is required to play in - but Erasmus stated himself that he regards Du Toit because of his mobility and ball skills as a blindside loosie.  However - is it really wise to not let a player not specialize in one position?


He obviously is one of the first players whose names will be on the Springbok team sheet and only the position he will occupy is in question.   Personally I think he should be used as a blindside loosie - but that does not mean he is invaluable as a lock.  




   

 

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ChippoPro3,372 posts
10 Nov 2018, 10:03
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10 Nov 2018, 10:03#2
Abuse??? Hahaha do me a favour man! That's not abuse. What you do to your gerbil when your missus is asleep is abuse. What Rassie does with PSDT, is play him in the position that suits him best against particular opposition. I'm not a fan of moving players around at all, I might add. But it certainly isn't abuse
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clevermikeCoach57,555 posts
10 Nov 2018, 10:25
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10 Nov 2018, 10:25#3

Chippo

Maybe I should not use the word "abuse" but Du Toit is under constant attack by some members  on site - who claimed he is moved around in the team because he is incapable of playing as a lock and he is endlessly criticized by them  in whatever position he is being used.

Is the real reason for the changes in position what they claim it is, namely inability to perform or is it versatility that makes him a better option of Erasmus to use him on the basis as you outlined so correctly?  I think it is the versatility that makes him such a valuable player in the Springbok team.  

sharkbok
sharkbokCaptain23,253 posts
10 Nov 2018, 11:32
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10 Nov 2018, 11:32#4

Erasmus should be reported to the SPCA

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clevermikeCoach57,555 posts
10 Nov 2018, 15:08
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10 Nov 2018, 15:08#5


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AugenöffnerPro6,974 posts
10 Nov 2018, 15:59
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10 Nov 2018, 15:59#6
Is your tinfoil hat big enough?

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clevermikeCoach57,555 posts
10 Nov 2018, 16:02
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10 Nov 2018, 16:02#7

Coming from one of the most regular attackers on Du Toit what you need is a lie protector device.  

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AugenöffnerPro6,974 posts
10 Nov 2018, 16:37
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10 Nov 2018, 16:37#8

Attacker ? Quote these attacks. Every word I have ever spoken about Steph has been accurate and true. I don't hero worship him. I definitely don't attend the Church of Steph. 

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DbDraadCaptain26,388 posts
10 Nov 2018, 18:05
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10 Nov 2018, 18:05#9

Danie Russow.

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MozartCaptain49,914 posts
10 Nov 2018, 18:41
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10 Nov 2018, 18:41#10
Luke Watson.
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MozartCaptain49,914 posts
10 Nov 2018, 18:45
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10 Nov 2018, 18:45#11
Rettalik making the case again as the best 4 in world rugby....totally dominating Itoje.
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DbDraadCaptain26,388 posts
10 Nov 2018, 19:13
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10 Nov 2018, 19:13#12

Moz, PSDT is better than all Luke Watson's fans ever thought him to be. Piet Spiere's laaitie is better than you give him credit for...long neck and all.

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MozartCaptain49,914 posts
10 Nov 2018, 19:24
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10 Nov 2018, 19:24#13
I know many of you guys think that....but Rettalik today was miles better than Stephanie or Eben last week. He made a difference. Stephanie wouldn't make the NZ, Irish or the English team at lock.
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