Think he’s taking the mick after the bull escape on Friday night

Missed the joke

To be fair, Takarangi was a decent player. Off the field behaviour did for him of course.

Think we’re being prepared for the departure of Satae.
It is what it is. Liked him to have stayed, but not at any cost.

More money and another quota spot available.

Gutted no , Disappointed yes but hopefully we can get a prop of similar ilk .

Certainly sounds very similar to the rumour this time last year with Ma'u which of course turned out to be true.

As has been said it's hard to compete with the lure of Perpignan, the weather, the lifestyle and the financial benefits. Again same with Ma'u he's probably thinking a couple of years living in the South of France will be a great life experience for him and his family before it's time to call it a day and return home.

Takarangi arrived with a big reputation but never lived up to it. Overall his performances were very average. Smith played him even when he did not perform and perpetuated his poor decision making by remaining loyal even after his off field antics.

Is it coincidental Chris has had a recent short break in France?

No doubt about it.

That's my worry. There's no guarantee we can find one without having to break the bank.

You’ve signed Sam Wood for next season - to be announced tomorrow. He’s a 100% player but has a brain fart a game in him.

Errrrrrrrr. Prefer SKD. Thought Cas were after him