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Wasps Rugby Discussion / The Ruck
« on: April 30, 2020, 09:05:38 AM »
Both speculative articles but one suggests that Ash hasn't reached an agreement with Wasps. Also a rehash around our fly half stock, and is pure speculation and flights of fancy, some more rehashing of the Freddie Burns story. There is a real lack of Wasps intel. out there, so it looks like The Ruck is creating some click-bait.
Ash
https://www.ruck.co.uk/sale-sharks-transfers-3-possible-replacements-for-rob-webber/
Fly Halves
https://www.ruck.co.uk/wasps-transfers-5-fly-halves-they-should-try-to-sign/
Burns
https://www.ruck.co.uk/rumour-has-it-freddie-burns-to-make-decision-on-future-this-week/
Ash
https://www.ruck.co.uk/sale-sharks-transfers-3-possible-replacements-for-rob-webber/
Fly Halves
https://www.ruck.co.uk/wasps-transfers-5-fly-halves-they-should-try-to-sign/
Burns
https://www.ruck.co.uk/rumour-has-it-freddie-burns-to-make-decision-on-future-this-week/
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Wasps Rugby Discussion / Gopps' Future
« on: March 14, 2020, 11:33:17 AM »
https://www.coventrytelegraph.net/sport/rugby/wasps-rugby-news-jimmy-gopperth-17924205
We need to sign him up for beyond this season, article implies it is ongoing. He has been a great player for us and should continue to be, I hope he slots into the coaching team as has a great rugby brain.
We need to sign him up for beyond this season, article implies it is ongoing. He has been a great player for us and should continue to be, I hope he slots into the coaching team as has a great rugby brain.
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Wasps Rugby Discussion / Owain James Leaving This Week
« on: March 12, 2020, 05:31:42 PM »
Owain James leaving this week according to the official Instagram account, pursuing opportunities in New Zealand. He is listed as a senior player.
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Wasps Rugby Discussion / Lima - Looks like we have him for another year
« on: March 09, 2020, 05:31:01 PM »
https://www.coventrytelegraph.net/sport/rugby/lima-sopoaga-wasps-rugby-highlanders-17892834
I really hope we do extend him, he was excellent at times on Saturday, I think he will grow into the 15 role.
I really hope we do extend him, he was excellent at times on Saturday, I think he will grow into the 15 role.
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Wasps Rugby Discussion / Vellacott Return?
« on: March 04, 2020, 06:26:12 PM »
Is Ben Vellacott close to returning? Interesting tweet https://twitter.com/BenjiVellacott9/status/1235262933854302209?s=20
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Wasps Rugby Discussion / Bath have been busy
« on: February 25, 2020, 06:59:19 PM »
Some astute signings from Bath IMO, Cameron Redpath released early from Sale, and Rhys Webb after his release from Toulon.
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Wasps Rugby Discussion / DoR Poll - Just for Fun
« on: February 16, 2020, 10:55:41 AM »
Let's run a poll, just for fun and see what we all think?
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Wasps Rugby Discussion / Coach's Challenge
« on: January 14, 2020, 07:01:38 AM »
https://www.rugbypass.com/news/exclusive-bring-in-nfl-style-coachs-challenge-is-the-call-from-top-english-club-chiefs/
When Wasps were beaten 28-22 at home by Harlequins last month, a possible game winning try opportunity was lost when Elia Elia, the Quins hooker emerged from the maul with the ball to clear the danger with just two minutes remaining. Anger at the time could not influence the decision which RugbyPass understands was later seen as a mistake and should have been a penalty try and yellow card. If a coach’s challenge had been in place, Wasps would have called for a ruling at that time with the help of the TMO.
Interesting idea and perhaps one I would support, first time I have read that the Elia Elia rip from the maul vs. Harlequins was actually viewed as a mistake.
When Wasps were beaten 28-22 at home by Harlequins last month, a possible game winning try opportunity was lost when Elia Elia, the Quins hooker emerged from the maul with the ball to clear the danger with just two minutes remaining. Anger at the time could not influence the decision which RugbyPass understands was later seen as a mistake and should have been a penalty try and yellow card. If a coach’s challenge had been in place, Wasps would have called for a ruling at that time with the help of the TMO.
Interesting idea and perhaps one I would support, first time I have read that the Elia Elia rip from the maul vs. Harlequins was actually viewed as a mistake.
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Wasps Rugby Discussion / Lima to Lyon?
« on: December 17, 2019, 06:47:06 AM »
https://www.hugerugby.news/rugby-transfer-rumours/sexton-linked-with-leinster-exit/
Ignore the URL but read to this part;
However, if Lyon miss out on Sexton the report states that they have Wasps’ Lima Sopoaga and Kubota Spears’ Bernard Foley in mind, although the latter has only just moved to Japan and may not want to move again so quickly.
There could be some truth here as he is coming to the end of his initial two years at the end of this season, and moving to France would be logical and lucrative, if true I wonder what Lyon have seen that makes them think he is worth a look. Goal kicking aside he has been committed, but sadly average for us. I will watch with interest as Lima does have a habit as we have seen, of reacting to rumours pretty quickly.
Ignore the URL but read to this part;
However, if Lyon miss out on Sexton the report states that they have Wasps’ Lima Sopoaga and Kubota Spears’ Bernard Foley in mind, although the latter has only just moved to Japan and may not want to move again so quickly.
There could be some truth here as he is coming to the end of his initial two years at the end of this season, and moving to France would be logical and lucrative, if true I wonder what Lyon have seen that makes them think he is worth a look. Goal kicking aside he has been committed, but sadly average for us. I will watch with interest as Lima does have a habit as we have seen, of reacting to rumours pretty quickly.
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Wasps Rugby Discussion / A League Match Thread
« on: December 16, 2019, 07:48:37 PM »
Text summary here https://www.worcesternews.co.uk/sport/18105243.live-worcester-cavaliers-v-wasps/, not the most auspicious of starts, however it is a pretty strong Wuss team...
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Wasps Rugby Discussion / Second Row Issues
« on: December 09, 2019, 07:54:26 PM »
https://www.coventrytelegraph.net/sport/rugby/wasps-rugby-news-brad-shields-17390601
Brad looking doubtful and Tibo still undergoing the necessary HIA protocols. We are in serious trouble with the second row as we head towards the Edinburgh fixture. Am I missing something or do we only have Tim Cardall and Theo available?
Brad looking doubtful and Tibo still undergoing the necessary HIA protocols. We are in serious trouble with the second row as we head towards the Edinburgh fixture. Am I missing something or do we only have Tim Cardall and Theo available?
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Wasps Rugby Discussion / Has EJ Broken JoeC Now?
« on: November 22, 2019, 08:33:12 PM »
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/50518767
Bath winger Joe Cokanasiga faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after returning from England's World Cup campaign with a serious knee injury.
The 22-year-old only featured once for Eddie Jones' side in Japan.
Bath winger Joe Cokanasiga faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after returning from England's World Cup campaign with a serious knee injury.
The 22-year-old only featured once for Eddie Jones' side in Japan.
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Wasps Rugby Discussion / SISU Selling Up?
« on: November 05, 2019, 06:57:34 AM »
https://www.coventrytelegraph.net/sport/football/football-news/coventry-takeover-interest-al-hasawi-17199709
Former Nottingham Forest owner Fawaz Al Hasawi is looking to get back involved in English football and Coventry City are reportedly on his radar.
The ex-Forest owner with a penchant for swinging the managerial axe – getting through eight managers in four years – was linked with an interest in purchasing troubled League One outfit Bolton Wanderers during the summer when the Trotters were close to going out of business.
All supposition, and worryingly could be a case of frying pan to fire for Coventry City if it takes place.
Former Nottingham Forest owner Fawaz Al Hasawi is looking to get back involved in English football and Coventry City are reportedly on his radar.
The ex-Forest owner with a penchant for swinging the managerial axe – getting through eight managers in four years – was linked with an interest in purchasing troubled League One outfit Bolton Wanderers during the summer when the Trotters were close to going out of business.
All supposition, and worryingly could be a case of frying pan to fire for Coventry City if it takes place.
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Wasps Rugby Discussion / Rob Howley in a spot of bother
« on: September 17, 2019, 09:07:06 PM »
Wales backs coach Rob Howley has been sent home from the World Cup for an alleged breach of World Rugby's laws covering betting and anti-corruption.
Rob Howley: Wales backs coach sent home from World Cup over alleged betting breach http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/49733089
Rob Howley: Wales backs coach sent home from World Cup over alleged betting breach http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/49733089