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<blockquote data-quote="dullonien" data-source="post: 562935" data-attributes="member: 13739"><p>Wilkinson is excellent at what he does. He's still a great place kicker, and is a rock in defence. That suits Toulon perfectly when they have a pack like they do. Does that make Wilko deserving of a Lions spot? I dunno. The Lions already have a world class kicker or two, and they have options at 10 who possibly offer more. I think Biggar offers more in attack, and in his out of hand kicking, but lacks Wilko's defensive solidity; just as good a place kicker though. Sexton certainly offers more. Farrell is a similar type of player, but prone to more off days with the boot.</p><p></p><p>I really do admire Wilkinson for the way he has conducted himself throughout his career, despite the injuries he's sustained. But he hasn't been a world class outside half since about 2004. I would describe him now as reliable. I do get tired of his never ending attempts at dropping goals. Don't get me wrong, he's one of the best at executing, and the one he slotted tonight was a good option, but the first one he tried tonight was a little ott.</p><p></p><p>Edit. @ SelimNiai. Do you hate Wilkinson himself, or do you hate the imo artificial, outdated hype that surrounds him? I think I understand what you were getting at, but you really didn't put it across well. Imo there is no reason to dislike Wilkinson the man, he's dedicated, humble and loyal.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="dullonien, post: 562935, member: 13739"] Wilkinson is excellent at what he does. He's still a great place kicker, and is a rock in defence. That suits Toulon perfectly when they have a pack like they do. Does that make Wilko deserving of a Lions spot? I dunno. The Lions already have a world class kicker or two, and they have options at 10 who possibly offer more. I think Biggar offers more in attack, and in his out of hand kicking, but lacks Wilko's defensive solidity; just as good a place kicker though. Sexton certainly offers more. Farrell is a similar type of player, but prone to more off days with the boot. I really do admire Wilkinson for the way he has conducted himself throughout his career, despite the injuries he's sustained. But he hasn't been a world class outside half since about 2004. I would describe him now as reliable. I do get tired of his never ending attempts at dropping goals. Don't get me wrong, he's one of the best at executing, and the one he slotted tonight was a good option, but the first one he tried tonight was a little ott. Edit. @ SelimNiai. Do you hate Wilkinson himself, or do you hate the imo artificial, outdated hype that surrounds him? I think I understand what you were getting at, but you really didn't put it across well. Imo there is no reason to dislike Wilkinson the man, he's dedicated, humble and loyal. [/QUOTE]
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