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Pocock Remains Doubtful

Started by Augenöffner1 REPLIES412 VIEWS· 05 Sept 2018, 23:07
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AugenöffnerPro6,974 posts
05 Sept 2018, 23:07
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05 Sept 2018, 23:07#1

Due to the attack on Pocock's neck by an All Black, he is said to be only 50/50 for Saturday's test. Other injury concerns include Folau, who also remains 50/50.

Phipps is definitely out after insuring a rub last week in the Schute Shield. This is a big blow, as he isn't just a backup for Genia, but arguably the form 9 in Australia. Tuopo injured his hamstring, which places questions the Wallaby front row. 

It'll be interesting to see what Cheika conjures up for the Wallaby midfield seeing as Kerevi is gone for at least 2 months. 

This would seem to be a great opportunity for Rassie to notch up a rare away win in Australia. He could barely have a better opportunity. Lose, and the pressure mounts exponentially. An Aussie win will probably save Cheika's backside. 

sharkbok
sharkbokCaptain23,253 posts
06 Sept 2018, 03:00
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06 Sept 2018, 03:00#2
It is doubtful the Boks will win either way. 
It is even more important for Australia to win than the Boks given it is a home game, and they have lost the last 2 games. The once fortress of Australia is now a feeding ground for all and sundry. 
I think the game will be won and lost by the tight five. The Australian tight five is useless at best, so they are going to need to play out of their skins or hope the Bok pack fails to fire.



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