Super Rugby 2023

[Dan54]

I will say, that seems quite true about tv deal money split, only a very gullible person ever thought that that NZR was going to split their tv revenue, which included tests, NPC etc etc.

[bayimports]

@KiwiMurph said in Super Rugby 2023:

Good news.

I would think the new rules would be things like time off/time limits at scrumtime etc

That Im ok with, but I think most rules should fall in line with International rules as it looked liked we failed to adjust early in our AB campaign this year

[nzzp]

@Chris said in Super Rugby 2023:

@Stargazer said in Super Rugby 2023:

@Kiwiwomble It was clear from the start that McLennan's threats to leave the comp was just a load of hot air. Not surprised the comp will continue.

This is interesting:

The confirmation of the current Super Rugby Pacific format – with the eight-team finals format – will disappoint some fans and will be seen as a win for Australia, which has generally struggled with player depth.

However, Marinos said there would be rule changes in Super Rugby Pacific to make the game more appealing.

“RA and NZ Rugby are committed to the development of the most exciting form of rugby in the world, through trialling and implementing new rules, new ways of engaging fans and broadcast innovations with our partners,” he said in a statement.

Hopefully, those rule changes do not include the same stupid "sin-bin power-play" rule that the RFU is proposing for the new Premiership and Championship Cup competition (or similar nonsense).

I really hope it is not what they are alluding to,What a stupid idea that is.

Good lord. That's marketing creatives personified, completely detached from the sport. Far out

[Chris]

@nzzp said in Super Rugby 2023:

@Chris said in Super Rugby 2023:

@Stargazer said in Super Rugby 2023:

@Kiwiwomble It was clear from the start that McLennan's threats to leave the comp was just a load of hot air. Not surprised the comp will continue.

This is interesting:

The confirmation of the current Super Rugby Pacific format – with the eight-team finals format – will disappoint some fans and will be seen as a win for Australia, which has generally struggled with player depth.

However, Marinos said there would be rule changes in Super Rugby Pacific to make the game more appealing.

“RA and NZ Rugby are committed to the development of the most exciting form of rugby in the world, through trialling and implementing new rules, new ways of engaging fans and broadcast innovations with our partners,” he said in a statement.

Hopefully, those rule changes do not include the same stupid "sin-bin power-play" rule that the RFU is proposing for the new Premiership and Championship Cup competition (or similar nonsense).

I really hope it is not what they are alluding to,What a stupid idea that is.

Good lord. That's marketing creatives personified, completely detached from the sport. Far out

yep bat shit crazy idea.

[Kiwiwomble]

i'll say it now, i fully expect to see a "max zone", under the posts maybe, where tries are worth double

[Chris]

@Kiwiwomble said in Super Rugby 2023:

i'll say it now, i fully expect to see a "max zone", under the posts maybe, where tries are worth double

I hope not,I don't like this either.

[Bones]

@Kiwiwomble said in Super Rugby 2023:

i'll say it now, i fully expect to see a "max zone", under the posts maybe, where tries are worth double

They could try reducing how long a team can be in possession and up the power play sin bin to two players. Also make a try worth one less point in the power play.

[Bones]

Found it.

[taniwharugby]

@Bones maybe asking to swap a player at half time would work too.

I mean then teams could get real tactical and pick someone shit, then at halftime give him to the opposition.

[Dan54]

I knew if I came into this forum I would get innovative ideas that would see the forward for rugby!!!!:beaming_face_with_smiling_eyes: :beaming_face_with_smiling_eyes:

[Crucial]

I reckon a 3 second rule. Ball must be played in the open after every 3 seconds.
3 to complete a scrum, 3 to complete a ruck/tackle, 3 to complete a maul etc

[ARHS]

@Crucial but is the ball safe to eat if you drop it on the floor for more than 3 seconds?

[Tim]

Congratulations to our QBE North Harbour men who have stepped in to provide Super Rugby cover for the summer!

Blues
@jed_melvin
@kadebanks
@tamaraumcgahan

Chiefs
@wallacesititi

[Bovidae]

I'd be interested to know who else is with the Chiefs as there are plenty of options at loose forward without having to look outside the area.

[ARHS]

@Bovidae said in Super Rugby 2023:

I'd be interested to know who else is with the Chiefs as there are plenty of options at loose forward without having to look outside the area.

Yep, staggered by that. Who misses out from McCurran, Lasaqa, Norris, Brash, Burr and Reuben?

[Bovidae]

There is also Thor Manase and Sam Tuifua from CM in that U20 age-group.

[Kiwiwomble]

seems to be the same pattern, just a different template, still cool although i prefer the original white one with the Tapa Cloth sleeves

[antipodean]

The competition is too short. Should be a "home and away" format with shorter finals series.

[Stargazer]

Good chance it's finished before the stadium in Chch.

https://twitter.com/BrumbiesRugby/status/1599532145042944001

[Kiwiwomble]

looks like a great location, dont know what kind of numbers the raiders get but 30k seems to be the sweet spot for these kinds of venues