The Silver Fern

@KiwiMurph said in SF Crusaders v Blues:

Fusitia gone

I thought he was lucky not to get done earlier I thought

This was the crux of the game. Watched replay last night. Fusitua didn’t advance. Barrett lunged forward suddenly leading with head.

The physics was that Barrett butted Fusitua.

University have recruited well and could surprise this year, some solid preseason stuff. Marist also looking strong.

@KiwiMurph said in Blues vs Crusaders:

@rotated

I think Faiane stands out as the obvious option from next year onwards if the Patty T/Blake Gibson combo does not work. With SBW and Nonu both likely off he would be favourite to start at 12 and did a terrific job as captain of Auckland.

I would be hard pressed to go with Faiane next season, which will be his make or break year in terms of making ABs after the exodus. Tough to saddle him with the captaincy for such an important individual season. Wouldn't surprise me if he captains the Blues at some point shortly after though.