Tahs reshuffle for Cape clash

Tahs reshuffle for Cape clash

17 May 2012

The Waratahs have made a string of changes for their clash with the Stormers at Newlands on Saturday.

Brendan McKibbin and Bernard Foley start at scrumhalf and fullback respectively, while Adam Ashley-Cooper shifts to inside centre.

In the forwards, Dave Dennis starts at No 8 in place of Wycliff Palu, who plays off the wood. Sitaleki Timani and Dean Mumm pair up in the second row, with Kane Douglas dropping to the bench.

There is uncertainty about the fitness of hooker Tatafu Polota-Nau following his concussion a fortnight ago. He will be monitored this week to determine his readiness for the match.

Waratahs – 15. Bernard Foley, 14. Tom Kingston, 13. Rob Horne, 12. Adam Ashley-Cooper, 11. Atieli Pakalani, 10. Berrick Barnes, 9. Brendan McKibbin, 8. Dave Dennis, 7. Chris Alcock, 6. Rocky Elsom (c), 5. Sitaleki Timani, 4. Dean Mumm, 3. Sekope Kepu, 2. John Ulugia/Tatafu Polota-Nau, 1. Benn Robinson
Subs: 16. Josh Mann-Rea, 17. Jeremy Tilse, 18. Kane Douglas, 19. Jono Jenkins, 20. Wycliff Palu, 21. Sarel Pretorius, 22. Daniel Halangahu


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  • 51.stormersboy: Reply to this comment
    17 May 2012, 12:54 pm

    @ufo(ufo)-47: Only 7%? Ok then.

    What chances for a 4 try win by our guys??

  • 52.ufo: Reply to this comment
    17 May 2012, 13:00 pm

    @stormersboy(stormersboy)-51:

    hehehe

    75%…

    :wink:

  • 53.willievz: Reply to this comment
    17 May 2012, 13:07 pm

    @stormersboy(stormersboy)-51: @ufo(ufo)-52: Hehe, no chance ;)

  • 54.stormersboy: Reply to this comment
    17 May 2012, 13:09 pm

    @ufo(ufo)-52: Let it be so Captain!

  • 55.ufo: Reply to this comment
    17 May 2012, 13:10 pm

    @willievz(willievz)-53:

    hehehe…

    talk monday…? :wink:

    :lol:

    shot for your rebels pick…

    only person i saw who did…

  • 56.ufo: Reply to this comment
    17 May 2012, 13:13 pm

    @stormersboy(stormersboy)-54:

    then it will be so…!!

    stormers to step up from now… no more half-games or half-chances…

    time to drop the clutch and get into top gear…

    the stormers are coming…!! :wink:

    oh how i love the smell of fear in the morning…!!

  • 57.ufo: Reply to this comment
    17 May 2012, 13:17 pm

    @willievz(willievz)-50:

    in all seriousness…

    you are exactly right here…!!

  • 58.willievz: Reply to this comment
    17 May 2012, 13:19 pm

    @ufo(ufo)-55: Talk Monday :lol:

    In all honestly, I think the Stormers will smoke the Tahs.

    Two points for the Stormers to consider if they want to score more tries:
    1. Switch the midfield runners on offense to ensure quicker ruck ball on the 2nd phase
    2. Work on their alignment on the turnover ball.

    The second point in particular is a tough change to make. The Stormers are almost too obsessed with securing the ball that they overcommit to the tackle point, with obvious implications for numbers out wide.

    But they are also very slow to react to or realign their strike runners and support players on turnover situations. After a Stormers turnover and the subsequent contact point, they should bring Habana , De Jongh and Aplon (if they are free) to the closer channels on this second turnover phase.

    Youtube De Jongh’s try against Wales (on debut) to see how potent he can be in the closer channels with a defensive line that is slightly misaligned. I also don’t need to remind you about his try against the Waratahs (yes, THAT try) against a more structured defensive line from a regular offensive play.

  • 59.stormersboy: Reply to this comment
    17 May 2012, 13:28 pm

    @willievz(willievz)-58: I agree Willie, he has good running lines, his distribution isn’t great, but neither is Jean’s and that is the problem.

  • 60.ufo: Reply to this comment
    17 May 2012, 13:28 pm

    @willievz(willievz)-58:

    very good points willie…

    i find that point 2 gets worse later in the match… which allows teams back into the game…

    i do agree with you about the centers…. but how are we gonna get the message to AC…?

    maybe they should mix it up or alternate offense/defense…

    thing is though… we haven’t fired on all cylinders for 80 minutes yet the whole season… and when we do….?

    i think we will this weekend…

  • 61.willievz: Reply to this comment
    17 May 2012, 13:38 pm

    @stormersboy(stormersboy)-59: It all depends on the gameplan.

    And also, there is a difference between distribution and passing.

    Distribution is far more than about passing, it is about making the right decision and being accurate in your execution.

    But anyways, if your 12 is going to be the player who more often than not collides with the defensive line on first phase (which is certainly the case with the Stormers), then it is more important that he ensures a quick ruck ball for his side on the second phase rather than be a passing genius. JDJ is more effective in this regard as he can step off both feet and attack the weaker shoulder of the inside defender every time.

    Nonu is a superb example of a 12 not reknowned for his passing skills but his distribution and accuracy of decisionmaking is top dollar.

    On another point – I would also like to see Grant skip the 12 more often a-la Dan Carter to Conrad Smith, and send the oval package to the 13. The 13 then has both the 12 and 11/14 on his shoulders for passing options.

  • 62.ufo: Reply to this comment
    17 May 2012, 13:42 pm

    @willievz(willievz)-61:

    yeah… the skip would be a good variation…

  • 63.stormersboy: Reply to this comment
    17 May 2012, 13:42 pm

    @willievz(willievz)-61: From your lips to AC’s ears.

    Seriously though, you make very good points.

  • 64.houston, we have a problem...: Reply to this comment
    17 May 2012, 14:00 pm

    dear mr ludeke,

    please take note of the things these wp supporters are saying just in case robbie fleck (the legend) reads the world wide blogs, one never knows. remember, trust no one and give them nothing.

    regards,
    houston.

  • 65.blueboy: Reply to this comment
    17 May 2012, 14:03 pm

    #40 Soxsi You are delusional if you think the bulls fans will run for cover,i say bring it on i have to say this all you slaapstaders(i love that name) from the cape our record speaks for itself 3 super titles alone and numerous currie cups and you guys hate being reminded of it `cos what have the 2nd raters won in the last 11 years NOTHING not even the vodacom cup,and the only cup you lot will get is a tea cup.Hopefully the bulls are starting a new dynasty and bring more trophies to the home of rugby LOFTUS VERSFELD.

  • 66.stormer in a teacup: Reply to this comment
    17 May 2012, 14:09 pm

    @blueboy(blueboy)-65: Whats wrong with a tea cup?

  • 67.Hondo: Reply to this comment
    17 May 2012, 14:09 pm

    The Waratah’s match 22 now look more like a PIs’ Job Creation Centre in Sydney, easy prey for the Stormers
    Add Craig (His Maters Voice) Joubert to the mix, what would you get?

  • 68.Superbru: Reply to this comment
    17 May 2012, 17:01 pm

    @ufo(ufo)-60:
    That’s all we ask for,keep up the intensity for the full 80 and the only team left standing will be the Stormers!

  • 69.Soxsi: Reply to this comment
    18 May 2012, 09:25 am

    @blueboy(blueboy)-65:

    And all the blue bulls fans are tea bags.

  • 70.skyewalker: Reply to this comment
    18 May 2012, 10:03 am

    @Soxsi(Soxsi)-69: Tea bags that breed with their sisters and mothers :lol:

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