Reuben Thorne back in ABs [Archive]

Squeak the Rat

27th June 2006, 11:31

I just heard that on the radio myself. I have to say I was rather surprised, though personally I think he deserves a place. Maybe they are changing the blinkered stance on the world cup and deciding they need some smarts in the team to beat aussie.

Just didn't think it would happen after recent events........

Str8 Jacket

27th June 2006, 11:37

I have to say I was rather surprised, though personally I think he deserves a place.

As water boy maybe... :wait:

Swoop

27th June 2006, 11:39

Who???

10 Characters.

oldrider

27th June 2006, 11:50

At last they have worked out just who does all the hard work for Canterbury!!! :gob: You know, the ones who win everything rugby! :yes: John (Wellington supporter)

Squeak the Rat

27th June 2006, 11:51

Exactly Mr Oldrider. STR (Blues supporter :rofl:)

The_Dover

27th June 2006, 11:58

The fact you don't notice him in the No 6 jersey is a testament to his proficiency.

You'd sure as fuck notice if he wasn't there.

Colapop

27th June 2006, 12:08

Previous to this season I was not a Rueben Thorne fan. Although I wouldn't say I am a fan now, I do have a newfound respect for him and I reckon he deserves his place (I was uite surprised he didn't get picked in the first place)
The full team:
Backs: Leon MacDonald, Mils Muliaina, Rico Gear, Doug Howlett, Joe Rokocoko, Scott Hamilton, Ma'a Nonu, Isaia Toeava, Aaron Mauger, Daniel Carter, Luke McAlister, Piri Weepu, Byron Kelleher, Jimmy Cowan.

Forwards: Rodney So'oialo, Richie McCaw (captain), Chris Masoe, Jerry Collins, Reuben Thorne, Chris Jack, Ali Williams, Jason Eaton, Greg Rawlinson, Carl Hayman, Greg Somerville, Neemia Tialata, Tony Woodcock, Anton Oliver, Keven Mealamu, Andrew Hore.

No Casey Laladela, no Sam Tuitupou, - no surprise

GR81

27th June 2006, 12:13

he has been brought back into the side as a blindside flanker... backup to Jerry Collins i assume.
shame Casey Laulala & Mose Tuiali'i were dropped tho :(

-J
(crusaders fan)

GR81

27th June 2006, 12:14

No Casey Laladela, no Sam Tuitupou, - no surprise
there were quite a few dropped... marty holah etc

SpeedyGirl

27th June 2006, 13:55

At last they have worked out just who does all the hard work for Canterbury!!! :gob: You know, the ones who win everything rugby! :yes: John (Wellington supporter)

Down there should you not be supporting Otago??? :gob: (Great area you live in tho!!!!!)

Colapop

27th June 2006, 15:21

I actually reckon apart from Sivivatu they've got the right mix there. But as the reports have been saying where's the depth in some areas? I'm still not sold on Toeava in the centres but who else is there? Caleb F**kin' Ralph??!!??

GR81

27th June 2006, 16:55

Ralph is mint... not so sure about centre tho.
good winger!
bring back frank bunce! :(

Colapop

27th June 2006, 16:59

dIRTY BUTT BAG!! I almost tempted to start a RED REP war because I disagree so strongly with you!! (not really - you post heaps of prone)
Caleb Ralph is the most over-rated player the game in NZ has seen...

soundbeltfarm

27th June 2006, 17:13

Im no fan of Reuban either but after having to play No. 6 this year for the first time , I realised he is awesome at that position.
He does all the hard yards , why can richie play such a loose open game?
Because Reuban does all the tight stuff.
and his set play is bloody fantastic from what i can see.
his body position and skills at set play is primo.

I feel he thouraghly deserves to be in the squad.

sels1

27th June 2006, 17:28

I'm a bit surprised after he cried off captaining the Junior ABs. He has plenty of experience, but he's no Jerry Collins. I guess with Luaki unavailable Henry has to use him for injury cover in a reduced squad size.

MGST

27th June 2006, 17:38

Three words about Rueben Thorne, the All Blacks, rugby in general

WHO FUCKEN CARES?!

SPman

27th June 2006, 17:39

Bring back Buck!..........................:whistle:

soundbeltfarm

27th June 2006, 18:15

Three words about Rueben Thorne, the All Blacks, rugby in general

WHO FUCKEN CARES?!

I care

Mate are you blind?

look at the thread above, Your question ""who fucken cares "
is pretty narrow minded as the people who have posted above care ( maybe not care but have shown an intrest in this topic.)

You're welcome to your opinion, I respect that but why put it in big bold letters ?
To get your point across,
yay big ups for the clever prick

Hitcher

27th June 2006, 19:49

Reuben Thorne Reuben Thorne Reuben Thorne,
Reuben Thorne Reuben Thorne Reuden Thooooorne.
Reuben Thorne Reuben Thorne Reuben Thorne,
Reuben Thooorne Reu Ben Thorne.

oldrider

27th June 2006, 20:37

Down there should you not be supporting Otago??? :gob: (Great area you live in tho!!!!!)
Yes, but I played rugby in wellington, (Petone) before I came down here! :blip:

Colapop

27th June 2006, 21:00

Norths are winning (at the mo') Petone are poos!

GR81

27th June 2006, 21:50

Caleb Ralph is the most over-rated player the game in NZ has seen...
na, couldnt take that title away from Conrad Smith.
maybe best white centre? haha

Colapop

28th June 2006, 08:46

:gob: I cannot believe you'd put those two players anywhere near the same category??!!?? Conrad Smith will be the incumbent AB centre at next years world cup. Caleb Ralph will be pulling his pud on the couch at home!

Pixie

28th June 2006, 11:10

The more like a vegetable one is,the more suitable one is for the stupid game

sels1

2nd July 2006, 21:08

The more like a vegetable one is,the more suitable one is for the stupid game

Tell that to Rhodes Scholar David Kirk, captain off the world cup winning All Black squad. You would be suprised how many All Blacks have degrees, or are working towards one. Rugby is the sport of choice in many top private and boarding schools where ever it is played. In fact it is named after RUGBY SCHOOL in England, where it was first played, and where it is more of an "upper class" sport.

Unwise in the ways, you are

Colapop

2nd July 2006, 21:25

The more like a vegetable one is,the more suitable one is for the stupid game
Conrad Smith has a law degree, Jimmy Gopperth, Tamati Ellison and Joe Mcdonnell are all part way through degress (and scoring in the top 25%) - yeah rugby players are all dullards and no hopers.... *Tui*

mart1

2nd July 2006, 21:35

I hate team sports, there's no I in team

metric

2nd July 2006, 21:39

good depth of skills, is a real worker out there... has previous leadership experience which can back up mccaw... didn't like him previously but to play his way back in... got my respect

Hitcher

2nd July 2006, 21:41

I hate team sports, there's no I in team
Yeah, but there's a me...

Colapop

2nd July 2006, 22:03

Mr Hitcher, if 666 is bad, then does logic suggest that 7777 is really bad??!!??:gob:

Hitcher

2nd July 2006, 22:33

Like 666, anything can be cured by one more post...

sels1

3rd July 2006, 08:06

I hate team sports, there's no I in team

but there's a "u" in c*nt!

mart1

3rd July 2006, 09:29

but there's a "u" in c*nt!

True. Theres also a u in go f*ck y'self:blah:

Colapop

3rd July 2006, 09:42

Meh. Each to their own. I don't understand why you'd post in a thread about rugby if you don't like the sport. Is it just for the purpose of illiciting a response? Are you seeking attention?

You are entitled to your opinion - just as others that do enjoy the game are entitled to theirs.

Colapop

18th July 2006, 14:07

I see that Rueben Thorne is not a member of the squad now - he has been named to take the field;
AB's to take on SA 22 july @ Westpac Stadium Wellington;
The team to play South Africa in the Philips Tri Nations Test on Saturday, 22 July at Westpac Stadium:

Leon MacDonald
Doug Howlett
Mils Muliaina
Sam Tuitupou
Scott Hamilton
Dan Carter
Piri Weepu
Rodney So’oialo
Richie McCaw (captain)
Reuben Thorne
Ali Williams
Chris Jack
Carl Hayman
Anton Oliver
Neemia Tialata

Reserves:

Andrew Hore
Greg Somerville
Greg Rawlinson
Chris Masoe
Jimmy Cowan
Luke McAlister
Isaia Toeava