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June International Test: Australia vs. England [1st Test] (11/06/2016)
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<blockquote data-quote="Every Time Ref" data-source="post: 801395" data-attributes="member: 71826"><p>I also think when a unit within a team is clicking you stick with it unless the argument against is overwhelming. Personally I thought the argument for moving Itoje to the back row was overwhelming given our flankers and Australia's flankers, so disappointed not to see that, however not at all surprised or particularly disappointed that EJ didn't want to break up Krutoje for a different lock (even though I agree that Launchbury is exceptional)</p><p></p><p>Nowell a genuine shock, I never really thought that would happen. He's got weaknesses but many strengths, has been playing very well as part of a unit which is basically performing (if there is a weak link to it it's Brown, not him). For me Nowell fitted into a similar category to the Daly-Joseph debate; I don't see the value in replacing a proven international who is playing well with someone who <em>might</em> turn out to be a better option in an area that's largely functioning, when there are other areas which need attention more urgently. I would have preferred continuity on this one, definitely.</p><p></p><p>You know what, some odd ones, some I'm not convinced about, some which will be argued both before and after the game I've no doubt ... but let's all take a moment to be grateful that at least Brad Barritt isn't even in the discussion!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Every Time Ref, post: 801395, member: 71826"] I also think when a unit within a team is clicking you stick with it unless the argument against is overwhelming. Personally I thought the argument for moving Itoje to the back row was overwhelming given our flankers and Australia's flankers, so disappointed not to see that, however not at all surprised or particularly disappointed that EJ didn't want to break up Krutoje for a different lock (even though I agree that Launchbury is exceptional) Nowell a genuine shock, I never really thought that would happen. He's got weaknesses but many strengths, has been playing very well as part of a unit which is basically performing (if there is a weak link to it it's Brown, not him). For me Nowell fitted into a similar category to the Daly-Joseph debate; I don't see the value in replacing a proven international who is playing well with someone who [I]might[/I] turn out to be a better option in an area that's largely functioning, when there are other areas which need attention more urgently. I would have preferred continuity on this one, definitely. You know what, some odd ones, some I'm not convinced about, some which will be argued both before and after the game I've no doubt ... but let's all take a moment to be grateful that at least Brad Barritt isn't even in the discussion! [/QUOTE]
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