Magrat Garlick
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That must be the first time in three years
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Super 14 2010
- Thread starter Somerset
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Long way off but it looks as though the Kiwis have a few worries
Given their history at WCS with red hot favourites, that'll probably mean they walk it in
Smudge
Hall of Fame Member
If you are worried about how much you are spending, keep your own ledger. Any live bets you still have going will be displayed if you choose the "All Live Bets" option. Otherwise, who cares?
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Hurricane
Hall of Fame Member
Yeah like the other poster said it is the great Aaron Cruden former IRB under 20 world player of the year. He is discussed quite frequently here in the Dominion Post in Wellington.
It is either him or the more woeful Willy Ripia (spelling?) at 1st Five. Willy is the most conservative 1st 5 I have seen a long time. Very unimaginative and likes to kick away possession.
Much prefer watching Cruden play. I thought Cruden had a good running game last night.
His goal kicking was weak. I didn't even know he took kicks at goal. He also put a drop kick into touch on the full.
He looks a million dollars when he plays for Manawatu.
My assessment of the game is that the Hurricanes forwards were loose at the breakdown and gave away turnovers to the opposition. If they went into the tackle with the ball there was no guarantee they would retain possession. This improved in the 2nd half.
Hurricane
Hall of Fame Member
I would make more bets if I was more involved as a participant. I could see all my past bets where I went wrong. Where I bet too much or not enough. Foolish bets. Good bets etc. Could learn from my mistakes.
If I kept my own ledger you are right I could accomplish all of this.
I do think you could write a business case for this enhancement in terms of 1% more betting revenue from the punters.
You wouldn't be able to "measure" the success easily afterwards however.
BTW my new tactic I think is going to be putting bigger money on sure things. Like the Bulls winning their games. Even if I only get a small pay off it is better than putting your money in the bank. ( I won't get carried away though just doing this for fun)
Somerset
Cricketer Of The Year
He was last year's IRB under 20 player of the year and featured prominently in New Zealand's performance in the Under 19 Rugby World Cup. He also overcame a cancer in 2008 just as he was beginning to make his mark on the domestic scene. The media, particularly the Sky commentators, rate him highly and from some of his efforts in the ANZC I tend to share their view. However hes unproven at Super Rugby level and did look out of his depth. Hes now started two games and hardly been comanding in either - and probably the most memorable thing hes been involved in all season is getting nailed by Benson Stanley with his first touch of the ball in the opening game of the season.
I agree that behind Carter we look bare at flyhalf. Donald and Delany have been far from convincing at the Chiefs; the Hurricanes don't even know who their best flyhalf is (Ripia/Cruden/Weepu?); the Highlanders have tried three different players and are still no closer to finding their number one option; at the Crusaders Colin Slade and Daniel Bowden obviously are getting minimal opportunities with Carter available; and Stephen Brett's been excellent in some games, and predictably woeful in others for the Blues. Luke McAlister's starting at second five so I don't really consider him an option.
Somerset
Cricketer Of The Year
He was pretty impressive last week too - I don't know how favoured Pienaar is for the South African second flyhalf spot behind Morne Steyn but with the way Grant's been playing over the last few weeks I'd say hes putting the pressure on.That must be the first time in three years
Somerset
Cricketer Of The Year
And indeed they did. Pretty similar strategy employed by the Reds that was also used by the Blues in defeating the Bulls - keep the ball in hand so not to give away penalties within kicking range to Morne Steyn, run it back from everywhere in the first half to tire the Bulls' forwards and hang on for the final 15-20 minutes for the win. Entertaining game in the end.
Somerset
Cricketer Of The Year
No such thing as a certainty.
TT Boy
Hall of Fame Member
Good game. Reds are a joy to watch and even the Bulls had thoughts of playing running rugby. Shame they were dead on their feet half hour into the game.
Result not that important for the Bulls as they won't have a home semi/final/super 14 title banker due to the football World Cup. Will be playing in Soweto if they finish top two.
Result not that important for the Bulls as they won't have a home semi/final/super 14 title banker due to the football World Cup. Will be playing in Soweto if they finish top two.
Somerset
Cricketer Of The Year
I disagree somewhat as I still think playing in South Africa is crucial if they're to take the title, even if Pretoria's not available - the travel factor after 14 weeks always kicks in around finals time and having to venture to Christchurch/Sydney/Canberra/Brisbane would be a huge disadvantage IMO. I would still pick them to win in Johannesburg against the Crusaders/Waratahs/Brumbies/Reds but wouldn't if they had to travel to Australasia.
Magrat Garlick
Global Moderator
Can't see the Bulls missing out on the top two. They'll get a bonus point against Johannesburg because they concede tries for fun, they play KZN at altitude, and they should beat Christchurch at home too. Some proper Newlands weather and the Stormers match will end 16-18 with one try too.
Hurricane
Hall of Fame Member
I nearly put money on the Bulls last night but changed my mind when I saw how close the reds were behind them in the standings. Just as well. I will save my money for when the Bulls are playing a lowly ranked team.No such thing as a certainty.
