I agree! Bunty has had ample opportunities, a wicked depth guy to have in your squad and a luxury. Ale has a lot to prove, and yes, he must take this shot!It's a fascinating choice that will get us talking most of tonight I suspect. It would have been Jazz vs Ale.
We got out muscled having Jazz at the end of last year so I think Ale is on as the bigger man based on learnings from the playoffs in particular.
I suspect Ale will be on a short leash. If he plays soft and doesn't front up I can see him getting yanked and Jazz coming in as quick as Game two. Opportunity doesn't knock twice Tom Ale must seize this match. This Friday is career defining in my view as far as he is concerned. There may be some hyperbole from me in there, but certainly Tom must grab his chance here and repay the selectors for their faith in him.
He got a good crack last year and ended up fizzing out, hopefully a lot of work in the off season sees him become a more complete player.