agreed it would be nice to play tougher opponents. do we need to get our players fitter to last the full 80min like the aussies?

We need to expose our top players to a higher level of rugby as often as possible be it via and Origin style game or a rep game against an Anzac team for example.

more internationals altogether??

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anyone surprised tom was the only player from the hull clubs?

Not really, don't think Fox and Briscoe deserved to be in on form and at Hull the only other options would have been Tickle or Tansey. I thought Tansey might have a chance but he has gone for Widdop which is a strange choice for me.

I thought Yeaman might have had a shot tbh.

Same here, and maybe Tansey...however I think due to our form being pants for the last 2 seasons they may still have to prove their worth, I reckon if they keep their form till the end of the season they maybe in with a shout, as my Tickle.

possibly if Ellis/Burgess had not played but then again ben harrison has missed out and can play front or back row and would have him ahead of Tickle.

Obviously a given that Briscoe will play as one of only 2 wingers in the squad.

Tansey has been too inconsistant for me but obv mac has identified full back as a weak area for us and willing to try Widdop there

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perfect game to try him out

Tansey has been more consistent than Widdop, who has hardly played. Harrison looks good but too soon for him I reckon, we have better players.