Interesting saga<br><br>
So do we have clearly defined goodies and baddies?<br><br>
First media impressions were that Jones was the no good boss, but the media is like that<br><br>
Credit to him for standing up for himself

<blockquote class="ipsBlockquote" data-author="Bovidae" data-cid="566468" data-time="1458614320"><p>Except TJP isn't their reserve halfback anymore judging by RWC selection. I don't think TJP is best suited to being an AB reserve due to his temperament. He has a tendency to try too hard when he comes on the field, often making basic mistakes. That's not to say he won't improve but he needs to relax more.<br><br>
I agree that TJP is the best running halfback - that's his strength. The good thing is that all three offer something a little different. Four if you include Weber in the mix.</p></blockquote>
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I don't disagree that he's a clear bench replacement for Aaron Smith, but World Cups are a bit of an anomaly when it comes to selections.<br><br>
He's right there in the mix and depending on opposition and conditions will largely determine if he's in or out.

<blockquote class="ipsBlockquote" data-author="Pot Hale" data-cid="566410" data-time="1458593778"><p>- Yeah, yeah Eddie, Australia tour, win, whatever, but what about the All Blacks, will you beat them?<br><br>

Well not now, but maybe in the future. <br><br>
So England are now going to Slam the All Blacks?!! Thanks Eddie.</p></blockquote>
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Forget the All Blacks and forget the rugby, will Eddie sing the national anthem vs OZ?

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<p>haha you are talking so much shit. </p>
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<p>Pretty mild by my usual standards I would have thought.</p>

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<p>you'd think he'd have been offered some serious coin from overseas too, so all the better for the NZRU.</p>
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<p>Out of interest, anyone have any idea how the NZRU would be on protecting any intellectual property Smith or any coaches have when they leave, given it must be a tough industry to try and enforce a restraint of trade clause in your contract (ie you cannot work for any other top tier International side)</p>
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<p>Maybe theres a standown period for someone like Mick Byrne before they can assist another test side? I remember reading the abs got first call on some software they use to analyse post match and it wasn't offered to other teams until there was an upgrade which the abs again got first.</p>

<p>That's awfully young. Very sad for family and friends to lose someone that young unexpectedly.</p>

<p>Riccitelli was pretty good when he came in to replace Apisai. Maybe he is not the best NZ hooker of round 3 but he's a name for the future, that's for sure.</p>

<p>Surprised they made the call to have 3 games in Rotorua but pleasantly so. We didn't even get a chance to say goodbye properly to the Theatre of Clay.</p>
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<p>Righto Bay Union, try not to cock up the pricing at the Domain this season and over-charge for the stands - set a reasonable price and it should sell out.</p>

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<p>Actor Russell Crowe has dropped by the Auckland cricket club where his cousin, cricketing great Martin Crowe, first honed his batting skills.</p>
<p>A photo posted to Twitter this afternoon shows Russell, dressed in black shorts and singlet, with members of the Cornwall Park Cricket Club.</p>
<p>Martin, who was farewelled at the Holy Trinity Cathedral in Parnell yesterday, was a member of the club before going on to become New Zealand's greatest test batsman.</p>
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<p><a data-ipb='nomediaparse' href='http://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/news/article.cfm?c_id=4&objectid=11604586'>http://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/news/article.cfm?c_id=4&objectid=11604586</a></p>

<p>haha our path to a RS challenge...<span style="color:rgb(20,24,35);font-family:helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">we need North Harbour to win it off Waikato, defend it against Manawatu, then lose it to Southland, so then we can take it off the Stags.</span></p>
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<blockquote class="ipsBlockquote" data-author="jegga" data-cid="563781" data-time="1457633507"><p><a class="bbc_url" href="http://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/rugby/international/77754073/deans-spikes-talk-of-coaching-the-highlanders">http://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/rugby/international/77754073/deans-spikes-talk-of-coaching-the-highlanders</a><br><br>
Deans says he's not interested.<br><br>
I don't know the background of him and Tew but in the article he mentions catching up with him and organising a fundraiser .</p></blockquote>
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<p>Five-for! (Fivefer)</p>
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<p>Hatiest in Cricket!</p>
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<p>I like the traditional "Five Wicket Bag/haul" It's a bit less lazy!</p>
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<p>I quite like that it's become a reference_to_a_cricket_achievement though.</p>
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<p>Edit: Bloody fluffybunny filter - I quite like that it's become a M I C H E L L E though.</p>

<p>How often do these development teams play? I'm asking because the Hurricanes development team is again playing tomorrow (v Chiefs dev). That's 2 games in 5 days. You'd expect them to spread these games more, or do they only play as long there is no club rugby?</p>

What Mark Hammet up to? Surely he is good enough to coach both the sunwolves and reds to the bottom of the ladder.

<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">Nigel Yalden’s NZ team of the week:</span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">1. Joe Moody</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">2. Codie Taylor</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">3. Owen Franks</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">4. Sam Whitelock</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">5. Mark Abbott</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">6. Jordan Taufua</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">7. Ardie Savea</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">8. Victor Vito</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">9. Aaron Smith</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">10. Lima Sopoaga</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">11. Nemani Nadolo</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">12. Kieron Fonotia</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">13. Malakai Fekitoa</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">14. Jone Macilai</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;">15. Ben Smith</span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;"><a data-ipb='nomediaparse' href='http://www.nzherald.co.nz/super-rugby/news/article.cfm?c_id=331&objectid=11601402'>http://www.nzherald.co.nz/super-rugby/news/article.cfm?c_id=331&objectid=11601402</a></span></span></p>

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<p>and Sam McNicol :)</p>
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<p>Cheers, I knew I'd forget someone.</p>

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<p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;">Argentina is the winner of the inaugural Americas Rugby Championship!</span></strong></p>
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<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;">Americas Rugby Championship – round 5 results:</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;">Uruguay 29 - 25 USA</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;">Chile 13 -  Canada 64</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;">Brazil 7 - 42 Argentina</span></p>
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<p>The USA Eagles have now lost their last two games against South American teams other than Argentina.</p>
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<p><span style="font-family:arial, sans-serif;">Highlights Uruguay v USA: <a data-ipb='nomediaparse' href='http://espndeportes.com/video/clip?id=2613118'>http://espndeportes.com/video/clip?id=2613118</a></span></p>

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<p>Leaves you more cash for beers ;)</p>
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<p>Yeah</p>
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<p>pity there's usually no beer at the ground.</p>