Super Rugby pre-season matches

NTA

It has been the main topic of conversation on twitter :)

Stargazer

Highlights of Chiefs v Waratahs (no sound):
 
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Tim

Glen Fisiiahi looked dangerous in that try. :)

NTA

Some decent wheels on Robinson. Fuck that chip kick into the 22 though.
 
Good structure by both teams, and some nice handling.

Higgins

I know it is a bit late but here is a link for the Force v Hurricanes game for those that want to watch the full game

Stargazer

The Sunwolves are at the moment playing their first ever game, a preseason game against a Top League XV side. Sunwolves lead 12-7 after 15 minutes.

gt12

Sunwolves playing a 'Japan top league 15' (only JP players) right now - leading 17 - 7 with about 15 minutes gone. Level is pretty bad, so it is difficult to draw too much from it..

gt12

<blockquote class="ipsBlockquote" data-author="Stargazer" data-cid="558500" data-time="1455340586">The Sunwolves are at the moment playing their first ever game, a preseason game against a Top League XV side. Sunwolves lead 12-7 after 15 minutes.</blockquote>
 
Snap!

Stargazer

Tusi Pisi is apparently running the show for the Sunwolves, including scoring tries. 26-7 now after about half an hour of play.

Stargazer

It's a try fest in Japan. Not so sure that's a good thing. Sunwolves lead 52-24.

milkshake

Blues vs Canes "highlights"
 
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Tana reckoned the scoreline was a lot to do with having more players to rotate. Pretty hot out there.

Milk

Looks like TKB was having a ball during that Waratahs game.

Tim

Sky TV are doing a Preseason with the Hurricanes documentary.

Bovidae

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Looks like TKB was having a ball during that Waratahs game.
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No strapping on his knee either, which is encouraging.

Stargazer

The Jaguares played a preseason game against the Stormers last night. The Stormers won 29 -14.
It will be interesting how the Argies go in their first Super Rugby season. No doubt better than the Southern Kings and Sunwolves, but apart from that?

mooshld

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The Jaguares played a preseason game against the Stormers last night. The Stormers won 29 -14.
It will be interesting how the Argies go in their first Super Rugby season. No doubt better than the Southern Kings and Sunwolves, but apart from that?
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Common consensus is that they will be strong as they have the core of the Argie squad, but I think personally that any players coming back from Europe may find the pace a bit quicker then what they are used to. So give them a season or two I think.

KiwiMurph

Akira Ioane not playing the preseason game v Chiefs as he has a hamstring strain. Should be good for week 1 v Highlanders though.
 
 
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Blues starting XV v Chiefs
15. Lolagi Visinia 
14. Melani Nanai 
13. Rene Ranger 
12. George Moala 
11. Tevita Li 
10. Ihaia West 
9. Bryn Hall 
8. Steven Luatua 
7. Blake Gibson 
6. Jerome Kaino (c) 
5. Josh Bekhuis 
4. Hoani Matenga 
3. Sione Mafileo 
2. Quentin MacDonald

Ofa Tu'ungafasi
Reserves: James Parsons, Sam Prattley, Namatahi Waa, Charlie Faumuina, Scott Scrafton, Gerard Cowley-Tuioti, Patrick Tuipulotu, Kara Pryor, Joe Edwards, Billy Guyton, Matt McGahan, Male Sa'u, Rieko Ioane, Ben Lam, Matt Duffie.
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Meanwhile Cruden will play for Chiefs.

SouthernMan

Highlanders to play the Waratahs is our final preseason game. Selections of note; Luke Whitelock ahead of Elliott Dixon, Rob Thompson looking the likely favourite to wear the 12 jersey now the baracutta is gone. Looking for a big season from Liam Squire. 1. Daniel Lienert-Brown 
2. Liam Coltman 
3. Josh Hohneck 
4. Tom Franklin 
5. Joe Wheeler 
6. Luke Whitelock 
7. James Lentjes 
8. Liam Squire 
9. Aaron Smith 
10. Lima Sopoaga 
11. Patrick Osborne 
12. Rob Thompson 
13. Malakai Fekitoa 
14. Waisake Naholo 
15. Ben Smith ( c ) 
Reserves 
16. Ash Dixon 
17. Brendon Edmonds 
18. Ross Geldenhuys 
19. Mark Reddish 
20. Gareth Evans 
21. Fumiaki Tanaka 
22. Elliot Dixon 
23. Jason Emery 
24. Teihorangi Walden 
25. Matt Faddes 
26. Hayden Parker 
27. Dan Pryor

NTA

Any chance of a stream with that game SM?

Stargazer

Crusaders v Hurricanes - Blenheim - Friday, 19 Feb, 4.30pm
 
Crusaders: David Havili, Johnny McNicholl, Kieron Fonotia, Sean Wainui, Nemani Nadolo, Richie Mo'unga, Mitchell Drummond, Jordan Taufua, Tim Boys, Jimmy Tupou, Sam Whitelock (c), Scott Barrett, Mike Alaalatoa, Codie Taylor, Joe Moody. 
Reserves: Ben Funnell, Wyatt Crockett, Owen Franks, Oli Jager, Mitchell Dunshea, Andy Ellis, Ben Volavola, Jone Macilai, Pete Samu, Reed Prinsep.
 
Hurricanes: Nehe Milner-Skudder, Cory Jane, Vince Aso, Ngani Laumape, Julian Savea, Beauden Barrett, TJ Perenara (c), Victor Vito, Ardie Savea, Vaea Fifita, Mark Abbott, Blade Thomson, Jeff Toomaga-Allen, Leni Apisai, Reggie Goodes. 
Reserves: Ricky Riccitelli, Loni Uhila, Chris Eves, Michael Fatialofa, Callum Gibbins, Jamison Gibson-Park, Willis Halaholo, Pita Ahki, James Marshall, Jason Woodward.
 
 
Radio commentary: 1161AM (bottom of NI, top of SI) or online <a data-ipb='nomediaparse' href='http://tunein.com/radio/Te-Upoko-O-Te-Ika-1161-s118791/'>http://tunein.com/radio/Te-Upoko-O-Te-Ika-1161-s118791/</a> (found on Clubrugby twitter)
Haven't seen any info about livestream

The Silver Fern

Super Rugby pre-season matches