Watched late after heading out for a (very slow) walk with the kids in tow and not getting home until gone 13:30.
A much better display in general
— After saying on another thread that I wouldn’t begrudge Josh going elsewhere for a final payday and thought we wouldn’t miss him due to other Wingers we’ve got. He showed today how much his work ethic positively benefits the team. He rarely scores the glitzy tries that Kibirige does, but he must be about 40-50% win rate on kicks he competes on
— Thought Atkinson had a really good game. He’s a real fighter, makes quick decisions, plays flat, isn’t scared of being hit or putting it about. You could see how disappointed he was to be subbed (Jimmy too) from a bit of lip-reading
— We’re much more assured at the back with Minozzi at 15. He’s deceptive, despite being relatively small is much more solid that Lima.
— Fekitoa... BOOM!
— Back row were excellent and nice to see Vailanu back on to get some game-time. Our tight five, so so. Levi looked busy, someone has already mentioned, but Tempest seemed to be constantly talking to him