Rugby World Cup 2019 - How are we tracking?
-
Some interesting markets from the NZ TAB as to who will start the opening match of the RWC in each position.
These went up about a week ago, I was overseas so couldn't bet, George Bridge opened at 12, now paying 6, the 12 was very good value, not sure about the 6.
https://www.tab.co.nz/sports/competition/2003/world-cup/outrights
Anything could happen between now and the first game of the cup, injuries could stop one of the nailed on starters.
Owen Franks at 1.22 looks short to me.
Akira fluffers can get on at 17
-
TJP at $4 looked good before the season started.
Cane is the best bet at $1.25. He will be picked in the squad regardless (unless there are complications) of how bad or good he looks coming back. Once in the squad I could see him being picked in the first test both as part of a full strength team (if he comes back looking good) or picked to prove himself/work his way back into form (if he comes back gingerly/misses TRC).
The fact he is injured now weirdly helps his chances IMO as any of the other "certain" picks can all fall over during Super Rugby and be ruled out where he can't.
