It's 'accuracy' is based on the assumption that our bid was weaker than that of the remaining teams. I'd suggest the onus is on you to prove that, else it is pure assertion.

I'd also put up a counter that, as the withdrawal of Crusaders was based on doubts over their ability to fulfil their franchise bid, our bid had more merit that of the Crusaders.

the Crusaders bid wasn't in the final running though, it was withdrawn.

as I have said, it really doesn't matter, you're in, and that is really that.

You are making the assumption that there were 13 better 'applications' than the WT one (taking into account Widnes), but we know otherwise. HTH

The point isn't about whether we are in or not, it was about your claim that we didn't merit being in.

I acknowledged the withdrawal of the Crusaders bid. I also know that ultimately [iyour claim[/i that we were not in on merit doesn't matter, as the fact you aren't providing evidence to your spurious statement suggests you are clearly not party to the RFL's decision-making process.

What a load of crap!

It's impossible to have a meaningful conversation with a pompous bigot who's sanctimonious edicts are expressed in a torrent condescending statements.

got to be the funniest thing ive ever read here. kudos bubbashrimp, sorry clan but i bet you laughed when you read it.

bigot?

you need to understand words before you start using them

and a few spelling lessons might not go amiss, either, and maybe some idea on how to construct a sentence.

has Crusaders not withdrawn WTW would not have been in SL, it really is quite simple.(like your good self)

IYO Is it "has" or can't you spell?

You really are stubborn to the point of annoyance

Another slip you want to be carefull with the learning to spell comments.

I believe we would

Pathetic!

But you spelt that ok so no worries