I'll watch the game again but I didn't see much backline play tonight, possibly because we didn't really have much of a backline in attack. Wingers were good but not on the end of creative moves. I hope Croft and Dearden become more involved on the edges and wider. Like that set play with Croft and Bull, but why only once?
Oates on that performance deserves his place on the wing. His defence was outstanding.
Can't wait to see Herbie in this side playing as well as tonight, provided that he gets quality ball. I'd also like to see Tesi back in the centres. Isaako does some great things, but I'm still unconvinced that he is what we need at the back. Positionally still way off.
Our kicking game is a mix of ok and crap. We didn't put enough pressure on them although kick chases were very good. At last. Looking forward to the Eels, with Herbie back. We have a really good chance of winning if we continue the energy and commitment, and better use our strike weapons. Pangai was immense. He could be up there with the very best back rowers. Wish Dearden/Croft worked more set plays with Pangai, Riki and Bullemor, and Haas still has no support runners when he takes off.
Sleeping much better tonight. Really enjoyed the game.