So this might get a few people wound up. (not hard to do on here seemingly!)
We live in an age of technology, and it would be almost criminal not to utilize it in the sports that we love. Years ago, the prospect of technology and video replay was exciting for all the things that were missed. But in recent times, I feel, we’ve got another extreme outcome. Technology in itself as an aide is a good thing. But who utilizes it, and for what agenda is becoming very concerning.
There have been a couple of incidents this year that I've noticed where Broadcast Companies have played an altercation (that has long been forgotten about) and they play it ... over, and over, and over. Yes, one technically shouldn't be reckless or dangerously dive into the ruck. But that's a separate conversation and not what I'm talking about. My issue is .. ok, if Broadcasters are going to do that then be consistent. Because at the moment you're seeing replays being rammed down referees throats, riled crowds and gigantic implications that a penalty should be awarded. Home advantage should not translate to "unfair advantage". That goes for ALL teams at ALL venues. Yes, even Eden Park. If you're going to show unfavorable replays on what the Away team has done, then do it for the Home team too. You think that just because they're at home they're Saints? It has, and will continue to cost teams their matches.
Yes I've probably noticed it more because it's been effecting my team. So sue me. I've also heard whispers it happened again in the Ireland/South Africa game, although I haven't seen that for myself. Bottom line, if we're so concerned about indiscretions that get missed then let's bring in an appeal system which the Captain and/or Coach has authority over. That way, we can go back and check properly. Too many Broadcasters are becoming Cowboys, and if they wanted to officiate Rugby matches then they're in the wrong industry. It should really be stamped out before the World Cup rolls around.
We live in an age of technology, and it would be almost criminal not to utilize it in the sports that we love. Years ago, the prospect of technology and video replay was exciting for all the things that were missed. But in recent times, I feel, we’ve got another extreme outcome. Technology in itself as an aide is a good thing. But who utilizes it, and for what agenda is becoming very concerning.
There have been a couple of incidents this year that I've noticed where Broadcast Companies have played an altercation (that has long been forgotten about) and they play it ... over, and over, and over. Yes, one technically shouldn't be reckless or dangerously dive into the ruck. But that's a separate conversation and not what I'm talking about. My issue is .. ok, if Broadcasters are going to do that then be consistent. Because at the moment you're seeing replays being rammed down referees throats, riled crowds and gigantic implications that a penalty should be awarded. Home advantage should not translate to "unfair advantage". That goes for ALL teams at ALL venues. Yes, even Eden Park. If you're going to show unfavorable replays on what the Away team has done, then do it for the Home team too. You think that just because they're at home they're Saints? It has, and will continue to cost teams their matches.
Yes I've probably noticed it more because it's been effecting my team. So sue me. I've also heard whispers it happened again in the Ireland/South Africa game, although I haven't seen that for myself. Bottom line, if we're so concerned about indiscretions that get missed then let's bring in an appeal system which the Captain and/or Coach has authority over. That way, we can go back and check properly. Too many Broadcasters are becoming Cowboys, and if they wanted to officiate Rugby matches then they're in the wrong industry. It should really be stamped out before the World Cup rolls around.