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The Warriors forum is buzzing with discussion about team selections for the upcoming match against the Tigers, particularly in light of a potential injury to RTS. Many fans, including sydneywarrior92 #38, advocate for resting RTS as a precaution, suggesting bringing in Berry and shifting Pompey to the wing to maintain existing combinations. Concerns around relying on Harper or Kosi are prevalent, fans like Playdaball #48 sydneywarrior92 #59 expressing strong reservations about their inclusion. Recent discussions highlight the importance of a settled lineup moving into the game, with injuries forcing team members to play different positions, as noted by Tookey 2.0 #34.
Debates have emerged regarding the fullback position, with some suggesting TMM should take over to inject more playmaking ability, as suggested by Dannevegas #62, though Inruin #63 questions his suitability based on preseason performance. There's also discussion around CNK's value, even after his strong performance, Makasene #99 pointing out potential limitations in his attacking threat and expressing reservations about his try assists. This has sparked discussion about the long-term fullback solution, weighing the strengths of CNK versus Taine Tuaupiki, as explored by Makasene #110 and others.
The forum also touches on the team's forward pack and overall game plan. Some, like wizard of Tauranga #100, worry about the sustainability of their physical style and the potential for increased injury risk. However, others, including sydneywarrior92 #102, argue that the team's physicality is a strength and that injuries are an inherent part of the game. The odds for the game have also been a topic, with Tookey 2.0 #83 noting the odds are surprisingly in the Tigers' favor despite the Warriors' recent strong performances. sydneywarrior92 #86 suggests this could be due to media narratives favoring the Tigers.
You think Ali will be there?
Even minor tears are a couple of weeks. I’m curious if Rocco does come in if he shifts Ali to left centre as we’ve never really seen Rocco play on the left9 days is a long time, so maybe there is a chance RTS is right for this one if the tear isn't as bad. Either way, probably best to rest him to air on the side of caution. Bring Berry in for RTS and shift Pompey to the wing. I wouldn't change the other edge at all, even though that is Berry's preferred side because of the nice combinations they are starting to develop.
We have the better pack, so I back us to overpower them over the full 80 and go 3-1 into the bye. But we can't take them lightly, they aren't the walkovers they were last year.
So as simple as harper comes in?My only negative would be that out of that back 5, you'd have 4 players playing a new position in the backline for the first time this year.
Probably worth trailing at some point, but imo this is a great chance to go 3-1 heading into the bye, so I'd really be trying to keep things as simple as possible with minimal changes and disruptions
We signed him for a reason...So as simple as harper comes in?
Nine day turn around for RTS could happen if it were a hamstring strain.9 days is a long time, so maybe there is a chance RTS is right for this one if the tear isn't as bad. Either way, probably best to rest him to air on the side of caution. Bring Berry in for RTS and shift Pompey to the wing. I wouldn't change the other edge at all, even though that is Berry's preferred side because of the nice combinations they are starting to develop.
We have the better pack, so I back us to overpower them over the full 80 and go 3-1 into the bye. But we can't take them lightly, they aren't the walkovers they were last year.
Pretty clear that Harper was signed because the club realise we are thin on outside backs in an injury scenario.And that would be?![]()