Lest we forget:
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Lest we forget:
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he is on the bench as back-up for Esterhuizen - the chances of the latter buggering up is huge,
Yeah, okay, Mike ;)
I’ve said DA is one of the best 12’s in the game and certainly the most consistent selection at 12 ahead of any other test 12 out there.
But I know Esterhuizen is just as good so I’d be more than happy to see Esterhuizen start at 12.
Literally the only player I have an issue with is powder puff Mostert. It’s non negotiable - my Bok locks have to be physical
My Bok flanks have to be able to protect the ball.
PSDT protects the ball - the only player that can’t is Mostert - evidenced twice in the WC taking contact and conceding possession - he is weak
If the Boks have brought this new Kiwi in with the hopes of capitalising on some of the talent we have from 9 to 15 lately...then I struggle to see DDA being a part of that.
Let's remember what was previously the main argument for his inclusion...It was that he was suited to playing a particular role. And that role was to be a midfield donkey.
We won't be seeing the stepping we saw from him early in his career as he's too old now. He has shown very few touches to ever convince anyone that he can put people into space. He has never shown an ability to keep up with play and be there for a 10 or 13 when they make a break.
So, by all counts, if the Boks are looking at more expansive rugby, it's difficult to see DDonkey being a part of that new direction.
That’s absolute nonsense DA is a class act and Brown will know that - he has more than proved his worth at 12
DA is not done yet and if we are looking to move on at 12 it’s too late for Esterhuizen as he is already 30
Options at 12 are Willemse, David Kriel, Hooker, Rickus Pretorious, Jordan Hendrikse and Bruce Sherwood
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Watched his interview on the Big Jim Show a couple of weeks back. At one point during the interview DDA said something along the lines of "...if I play..." when talking about the Irish series. It seemed like there was a little more than general humility behind those words.