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Leinster Team Talk Thread (Love you Furlong time)

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  • #23252
    pickarooney
    Moderators, Arts Moderators Posts: 35,513 Mod ✭✭✭✭pickarooney


    With them both boring in from opposite sides would they cancel one another out or just pop the hooker right out?



  • #23253
    Dubinusa
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,630 ✭✭✭Dubinusa


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121832451#Comment_121832451

    I'm not understanding the complexity of the scrum. I do notice that Porter is a frequent flyer on the turning in club. Whether it's a weakness for him or it it's his opposition turning him in, I fail to see any reason.



  • #23254
    AbusesToilets
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,586 ✭✭✭✭AbusesToilets


    Porter needs to fix his technique and learn some subtlety when he cheats. His technique is awful and has been since he switched over. He only has himself to blame.



  • #23255
    Dubinusa
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,630 ✭✭✭Dubinusa


    Speaking of props and scrummaging. I can't recall Healy turning in? I'm completely at sea. I see Porter packing down and I cross my fingers and chant like a Grigorian monk!



  • #23256
    Dubinusa
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,630 ✭✭✭Dubinusa


    Leinster fans, a poster claiming Ross Molony to Bath! Anyone hear this?



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  • #23257
    pickarooney
    Moderators, Arts Moderators Posts: 35,513 Mod ✭✭✭✭pickarooney


    No, but it might be a tempting offer. He hit his peak 2 years ago and it just wasn't enough for a cap. He won't be better than 4th choice lock next season, Deeny and COT could start taking his minutes.



  • #23258
    Dubinusa
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,630 ✭✭✭Dubinusa


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121834312#Comment_121834312

    If he does leave I think he's a big loss. He's become like a piece of the furniture. Not to mention, he's not bad at rugby!



  • #23259
    El Vino
    Registered Users Posts: 358 ✭✭El Vino


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121834374#Comment_121834374

    Out of interest who would you be happy to leave out of those who get URC minutes only? Squad size eventually has to become outsized and bloated, Leinster seem to be producing more players than retire each year so I guess a few departure are inevitable



  • #23260
    Rigor Mortis
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,914 ✭✭✭Rigor Mortis


    Be sad to Ross go, but it would make sense for him.



  • #23261
    Dubinusa
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,630 ✭✭✭Dubinusa


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121834687#Comment_121834687

    Ed Byrne! Martin Maloney, that's about it. I wouldn't begrudge Ross a move for playing time.



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  • #23262
    Dubinusa
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,630 ✭✭✭Dubinusa


    Michael's v Terenure was great viewing!



  • #23263
    Tobias Bewildered Bluebird
    Posts: 0 ✭✭✭✭ Tobias Bewildered Bluebird


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121834702#Comment_121834702

    Would probably make sense for everyone at this point. He's been a super player for Leinster but we've seen at the sharp end of Europe he's a bit off the top guys in that position.



  • #23264
    Sangre
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,176 ✭✭✭✭Sangre


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121835982#Comment_121835982

    He is a very skilful lock but unfortunately a bit underpowered. Unfortunately being underpowered has been Leinster's Achilles heel at the top end on a few occasions.

    He could be a very useful asset to a more power focused pack where his size is less of a factor



  • #23265
    FrannoFan
    Registered Users Posts: 1,407 ✭✭✭FrannoFan


    I think we are starting to see the pinch of declining revenue that has hit English and Welsh clubs. I think the players that Farrell is interested in and first choice 15 players will be retained but it looks increasingly like the depth will either have to take pay cuts or move on.

    Maloney as a 4th choice lock would be a hell of a luxury.

    I think I read about Rory O’Loughlin that the money Leinster could offer was going to be derisory for a player of his calibre so rather than insult him just wished him well.

    At least in Leinster the quality of the academy will soften the blow but we might not be putting out teams during the 6 nations packed with the same quality we did in the past



  • #23266
    Clegg
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,258 ✭✭✭✭Clegg


    Harry Byrne at 12 isn't something I was expecting. Big shuffle of positions in the backline. Would have expected Turner and Osborne in midfield.

    Strong pack all the same.

    https://twitter.com/leinsterrugby/status/1763534752563286024?t=Owbe4DHDYsr66C6JcKrthQ&s=09




  • #23267
    Hey_Ho_Lets_Go_3
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 724 ✭✭✭Hey_Ho_Lets_Go_3


    TOB is injured so shuffled it about.



  • #23268
    Billy_the_Kid
    Registered Users Posts: 217 ✭✭Billy_the_Kid
    Master


    Such a luxury to have a 2nd string backrow like that. Interesting to see how Osborne goes at 13



  • #23269
    durthacht
    Registered Users Posts: 733 ✭✭✭durthacht


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121836860#Comment_121836860

    I imagine he'll be brilliant as he's such a multi talented player.

    I'm surprised about Ross at fly half and Harry at centre as the last times they started together I thought it was the other way around. It must have worked pretty well in training, and maybe Harry is a better defender so might better suit Nienaber's defense.

    Big opportunity for Clarkson to keep up his recent improvements - good luck to him.



  • #23270
    realhorrorshow
    Registered Users Posts: 2,010 ✭✭✭realhorrorshow


    13 is Osborne's primary position, no?



  • #23271
    Clo-Clo
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,559 ✭✭✭Clo-Clo


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121836846#Comment_121836846

    Didnt Harry play 12 a few times last season? or at least slotted in during some games



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  • #23272
    Dubinusa
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,630 ✭✭✭Dubinusa


    Turner on the wing? Wouldn't King be worth a punt? I am not liking HB at 12 either. Still, it's a good team.



  • #23273
    Dubinusa
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,630 ✭✭✭Dubinusa


    Just noticed that Clarkson is starting. They're poring as many minutes into him as possible. He's done well too. I wonder if Leo sees him as a viable 1st 23 player? There's still nothing to be heard on an import. Milne on the bench. Maybe... he's not leaving?

    Congratulations to JL on 100!



  • #23274
    Billy_the_Kid
    Registered Users Posts: 217 ✭✭Billy_the_Kid
    Master


    I have very high hopes for Tom Clarkson, he has looked comfortable at each step up



  • #23275
    realhorrorshow
    Registered Users Posts: 2,010 ✭✭✭realhorrorshow


    What would Leinster fans think of the following for a knockout game:

    15-9, 1-8; Keenan, Ringrose, Henshaw, Frawley, Lowe, Byrne R, Gibson-Park, Porter, Kelleher, Furlong, Ryan, McCarthy, Doris, van der Flier, Conan

    Reps: Kelleher, Healy, Alaalatoa, Jenkins, Baird, Connors, Deegan, Foley

    Bench could be even more insane next year with Snyman, a new tighthead, and a more dynamic loosehead taking the 17 jersey from Healy.



  • #23276
    Serbian
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,163 ✭✭✭Serbian


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121838031#Comment_121838031

    It's interesting how the general narrative has flipped on him and a really good reminder of how tighthead props in particular mature later than most other positions on the field.

    I agree with you for what it's worth, and think he has really shown significant progress over the course of this season in particular.



  • #23277
    AbusesToilets
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,586 ✭✭✭✭AbusesToilets


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121838115#Comment_121838115

    Hate it. We don't need to chase a SA approach to the bench



  • #23278
    pickarooney
    Moderators, Arts Moderators Posts: 35,513 Mod ✭✭✭✭pickarooney


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121838115#Comment_121838115

    Kelleher replacing himself after 60 minutes is a game breaker.



  • #23279
    Serbian
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,163 ✭✭✭Serbian


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121837256#Comment_121837256

    He played 12 three times, two seasons ago during Six Nations time. Ospreys (h), Lions (h) and Benetton (a), we won all three, although he went off injured after half an hour in the away game. This game is probably tougher than all three of those however, but he at least has some experience in the position.



  • #23280
    Dubinusa
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,630 ✭✭✭Dubinusa


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121838446#Comment_121838446

    Cian Kelleher on the bench?



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  • #23281
    Dubinusa
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,630 ✭✭✭Dubinusa


    I'm happy to say that Clarkson does look better. He's come on so much. Delighted for him.



  • #23282
    Clo-Clo
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,559 ✭✭✭Clo-Clo


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121838115#Comment_121838115

    Why?

    It's great to have some influence of SA coaching for a different POV but no need to turn Leinster into a SA club



  • #23283
    Dubinusa
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,630 ✭✭✭Dubinusa


    I'm eager to get a gawk at Munster new lh prop tomorrow.. I bet Milne won't get a wink of sleep tonight. What a tough year for him.



  • #23284
    RichieRich_89
    Registered Users Posts: 1,588 ✭✭✭RichieRich_89


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121838527#Comment_121838527

    Picking Harry Byrne at 12 is a win-win in Cullen's eyes, it looks to me. It allows him to keep more of his outhalves happy, and also stalls the development of genuine 12s (Osborne, Brownlee), thereby strengthening his case for yet another signing in the position.



  • #23285
    Clegg
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,258 ✭✭✭✭Clegg


    Leinster's RG Snyman is having a hilarious game. Bullying Zebre forwards, carrying one handed into contact and offloading in the same motion.



  • #23286
    AbusesToilets
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,586 ✭✭✭✭AbusesToilets


    Was there a particular reason Snyman isn't coming til next season, in comparison to players like Farrell joining their new clubs immediately?



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  • #23287
    Clo-Clo
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,559 ✭✭✭Clo-Clo


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121839324#Comment_121839324

    Snyman still has a contract with Munster, they would have to agree to let him go and Leinster would have to agree to take him

    Are you refering to Owen Farrell, he is still with Sarries is he not?



  • #23288
    Tobias Bewildered Bluebird
    Posts: 0 ✭✭✭✭ Tobias Bewildered Bluebird


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121839324#Comment_121839324

    Farrell isn't joining immediately, he's going in the summer. Finishing the session with Saracens.



  • #23289
    AbusesToilets
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,586 ✭✭✭✭AbusesToilets


    My mistake, thought he had left already.



  • #23290
    Dubinusa
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,630 ✭✭✭Dubinusa


    A day off and I ended up watching all 4 senior cup matches. 4 good teams left but, I think Blackrock might have too much strenght in depth!

    Several really good prospects!!! The entire Rock backline and Angulo and the tight head.

    St Mary's have Moynihan and Leane. Leane looks a super prospect.

    Zaga have couple, I've forgotten the names.

    And there's a lad, Gabriel, can't remember what team.

    Killeen and Finn from Roscrea also.

    Great matches. We'll coached teams.



  • #23291
    Clegg
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,258 ✭✭✭✭Clegg


    Good try.

    Fast line speed in defence for a few phases to push Cardiff back. Then an even faster rush to block the kick and run 60 metres for the try.



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  • #23292
    ongarite
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,284 ✭✭✭ongarite


    Right through the middle again & looking like scoring 2nd try.



  • #23293
    Clegg
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,258 ✭✭✭✭Clegg


    Great finish from Deegan.

    Leinster been very impressive the last 5 minutes. Charge down try followed by a 60m break from our own 22 after the restart.



  • #23294
    durthacht
    Registered Users Posts: 733 ✭✭✭durthacht


    Line breaks from Thomas Clarkson and Ross Byrne so far - not often we see that from either!



  • #23295
    Clegg
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,258 ✭✭✭✭Clegg


    Playing some good stuff, but don't have the points on the board to show for it.



  • #23296
    A-Train
    Registered Users Posts: 4,230 ✭✭✭A-Train


    Boyle off injured, not great. Cardiff score.

    Leinster lost their way after a good start. Need to get back into this or they will lose this one.



  • #23297
    Clegg
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,258 ✭✭✭✭Clegg


    Larmour got what he deserved there. Awful kick to Cardiff and a terrible kick chase allowed Cardiff through.



  • #23298
    A-Train
    Registered Users Posts: 4,230 ✭✭✭A-Train


    Absolutely brutal from Larmour, terrible kick and has to give away the yellow card to save a certain try.

    Leinster on the racks here, need half time asap. Shocking performance



  • #23299
    Clegg
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,258 ✭✭✭✭Clegg


    Carré looked like he knocked that on.



  • #23300
    sydthebeat
    Subscribers Posts: 41,876 ✭✭✭✭sydthebeat


    Jaysus we're poor



  • #23301
    Clegg
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,258 ✭✭✭✭Clegg


    Need a big second half. Fixtures in the league are getting tougher and we've a South African tour coming up. Standard of play across the board has gone up so we're not cantering to a game playoff like years past.



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