Comments on: Aviva Premiership Round 6: 5 things we learned

By: EddieStephens

EddieStephens — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 08:24:34 +0000

Waldrom has been the most dynamic 8 this season, and he’s also shown the ability to make some very astute and rapid footballing decisions, off the cuff. If we were picking solely on this season’s form, he would be first choice for England, but I’m sure Lancaster will stick with the tried and tested, Morgan and Vunipolla.

Btw, the Exeter backrow of Ewers, Armond, and Waldrom looked very bloody tasty against London Irish, on the weekend.

By: EddieStephens

EddieStephens — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 08:13:06 +0000

They’d better. He’s, by far, the most dangerous runner in the league, right now, and he could add something truly special to our attack. I just don’t think we can afford not to get him involved.

For me, it’s Rokodoguni and May to start the first test. However, I suspect Yarde will be on one of the wings. Not that he’s a bad option either. :)

By: Jacob

Jacob — Tue, 14 Oct 2014 07:56:14 +0000

I think it’s probably because he has spoken about it. It is his decision on who he plays for. If chooses Fiji (don’t think he is Samoa qualified) – then fair enough, but if he eventually is in the England reckoning then he is more than good enough.

Hadn’t realised that is would be post-WC that he’d become available mind you.

By: Max

Max — Tue, 14 Oct 2014 06:52:08 +0000

Waldrom should at least be considered by Mr Lancaster. He has scored 4 and am i right in saying he has made the most metres and carries?

By: Matt

Matt — Mon, 13 Oct 2014 18:59:05 +0000

It’s not like he was making a tight-head prop look stupid either! They have to include him in the EPS for the Autumn.

By: fraze

fraze — Mon, 13 Oct 2014 17:16:51 +0000

Rokoduguni. That step. Wow

By: Matt

Matt — Mon, 13 Oct 2014 16:58:46 +0000

I hope he doesn’t turn down an opportunity to go to the RWC just because he’ll become England qualified some time after it.

By: Olyy

Olyy — Mon, 13 Oct 2014 15:40:01 +0000

Still a couple years yet on Hughes – not sure why he keeps being brought up with regards to England, just because he’s not been capped by Fiji or Samoa.

By: Jacob

Jacob — Mon, 13 Oct 2014 15:36:18 +0000

Thought as much! I’d have him above Morgan in current pecking order if he becomes available. Any idea when that is? Vunipola is still the front runner for the 8 shirt but Hughes is one hell of a prospect.

By: Jamie

Jamie — Mon, 13 Oct 2014 15:05:16 +0000

You’re right Jacob, he’s admitted an interest in playing for England when he qualifies but as of now he’s still Fijian, I’d say! Agree that he probably won’t play for them at RWC though.

By: Jacob

Jacob — Mon, 13 Oct 2014 14:40:49 +0000

Thoroughly enjoyed watching Wasps yesterday afternoon. Our pack not too long ago was our main weakness and yesterday it looked brilliant, Matt Mullan in particular took Wilson to the cleaners. Our lack of strength in depth showed once all subs were made – their bench being considerably stronger than ours. Hopefully our move to the Ricoh will significantly improve things in that department.

On Pacific Islanders – Nathan Hughes? Has he committed to any country yet? I was under the impression that he may well play for England. Is that not the case?