Northern Edition

Select Edition

Northern Northern
Southern Southern
Global Global
New Zealand New Zealand
France France

Brumbies player ratings vs Waratahs | Super Rugby Pacific

The Brumbies have claimed early season bragging rights against fierce Australian rivals the NSW Waratahs, having beaten them 25-31 at Sydney’s Allianz Stadium.

The Brumbies have claimed early season bragging rights against fierce Australian rivals the NSW Waratahs, having beaten them 25-31 at Sydney’s Allianz Stadium.

ADVERTISEMENT

Playing away from home, the Brumbies got their new Super Rugby Pacific campaign off to an ideal start, as halfback Ryan Lonergan scored a try inside the opening seven minutes.

Lonergan was one of the standout players on the night, having finished the match with 16 points and a try assist as well.

Video Spacer
Video Spacer

Andy Muirhead and Corey Toole also crossed for five-pointers, while replacement Noah Lolesio finished with five points off the tee.

Here’s how the Brumbies rated during their winning start to the new season.

 

  1. Tom Wright – 8

For me, Tom Wright was one of the best for the Brumbies on Friday night. Early on, the utility back registered his first try assist of the season – setting up halfback Ryan Lonergan following a brilliant run into the Tahs’ 22.

Later in the contest, Wright upstaged himself with another try assist. With just over 20 minutes to play, the fullback threw a one handed pass to set up winger Corey Toole. Overall, Wright ran for 85 metres form 10 carries, had one clear break, and beat two defenders.

 

  1. Andry Muirhead – 6.5

Winger Muirhead scored one of the most bizarre tries in Super Rugby history. Standing on his right wing, the ball was suddenly quickly kicked his way courtesy of Ryan Lonergan.

ADVERTISEMENT

Muirhead waited patiently, and ultimately reaped the rewards as the ball sat up perfectly for him.

 

  1. Len Ikitau – 7

Every time I see Len Ikitau play, I’m impressed. The centre will play a key part in the Wallabies World Cup charge later this year, and it all starts with his form at Super Rugby level.

Starting in the No. 13 jersey against the Tahs, Ikitau showed glimpses of his elite skillset in what was otherwise a quiet outing.

 

  1. Tamati Tua – 6

Quite a quiet performance from Tua, who failed to make his mark on the contest. The centre ran the ball five times and made five tackles.

ADVERTISEMENT

 

  1. Corey Toole – 7

When a performance from the former Australian Sevens star. Corey Toole who, on debut, showed glimpses of class on the left wing.

While the try was ruled out, I can’t not talk about the ‘try assist’ just after the half-time break. Toole showed grace and poise as he offloaded the ball to Rob Valetini. The TMO intervened and ruled it out, saying the winger had stepped on the sideline, but it doesn’t overturn the skill he showed.

But his crowning moment during the match was his try in the 58th minute.

 

  1. Jack Debreczeni – 7

Jack Debreczeni did the Brumbies jersey justice on his Super Rugby debut for the famous Australian franchise.

The flyhalf, who has also played for the Rebels and Chiefs, set the tone early with a brilliant 50/22 kick. Off a scrum, the first-five poked a clever kick in behind the Waratahs’ defensive line. The kick gave the visitors an attacking lineout about seven metres out from the try-line, and they came within inches of scoring too.

But it wasn’t all smooth sailing. In the 26th minute, Debreczeni kicked the ball out on the full. However, overall, it was a promising Brumbies debut for the Auckland-born talent.

 

  1. Ryan Lonergan – 8

If the Wallabies are going to have a World Cup bolter this year, then scrumhalf Ryan Lonergan just has to be in the mix. Now, that’s not just down to his performance on Friday – but it certainly hasn’t dented his chances.

Starting ahead of centurion Nic White, Lonergan was among the standout performers for the visitors throughout the opening 40. The halfback scored the Brumbies’ first try of the year after running in support of Tom Wright about seven minutes into the contest.

Lonergan also registered one of the most incredible, if not bizarre, try assists of the season before the half was over. The Waratahs was daydreaming, and Lonergan took full advantage – kicking the ball across the field for an unmarked Andy Muirhead. Overall, the halfback scored 16 points and had a try assist.

 

  1. Blake Schoupp – 6

The Brumbies started the contest on the back foot at the set-piece, and to an extent that has to reflect in Schoupp’s rating. But it wasn’t exactly one way traffic. Both teams took control at various stages of the contest. Schoupp was also useful around the field, although didn’t exactly stand out either.

 

  1. Connal McInerney – N/A

McInerney was replaced by Auckland-born hooker John Ulugia in the fifth-minute.

 

  1. Allan Alaalatoa – 7

Alaalatoa, who captained his country for the first time last year, is world-class. That’s not exactly a hot take, in fact it’s more pointing out the obvious, but it just has to be said. While the Brumbies’ set-piece traded blows with their counterparts, Alaalatoa made his mark around the field.

By the time he was subbed from the field of play, the tighthead prop had made 11 tackles – which was the most of any Brumbies player. Alaalatoa had also run the ball five times.

 

  1. Nick Frost – 7.5

Nick Frost has shown in the past, at both Super Rugby and Test level, that he’s a superstar of tomorrow. But that’s not to say he isn’t one of the best locks in the country today. Frost had the most carries of any player on the night (13) and also finished with a 90 per cent tackle accuracy.

 

  1. Cadeyrn Neville – 7

Australian international Neville is such an important part of this team. The towering second-rower did his job at the set-piece, and showed plenty of grit around the field of play. Behind Alaalatoa, Neville made the equal second-most tackles of any Brumbies player (10). A commendable knock.

 

  1. Rob Valetini – 7.5

Rob Valetini is coming off a career-best season at Super Rugby level, where he was crowned the MVP by Rugby Australia earlier this week. But it was more of the same in the 2023 season opener, as Valetini ran rampant against the Tahs.

The backrower had 10 carries for 21 metres – having beaten three defenders – and also made nine tackles.

 

  1. Rory Scott – 7

Flanker Rory Scott was more than impressive for the Brumbies against the Tahs, having made 10 tackles on the night. Scott also got busy in other areas around the park; getting his hands on the ball and making his mark at the breakdown.

 

  1. Pete Samu 7

Backrower Pete Samu has been so good for so long now, it’s almost hard to gauge his performance when he’s a bit ‘quiet.’ While he didn’t stand out as a human highlight reel, Samu was still impressive. The backrower ran for 36 metres and also made seven tackles.

 

Replacements:

  1. John Ulugia – 6.5 – Ulugia came on a lot earlier than he probably expected, but the 37-year-old did the Brumbies jersey justice. The hooker played almost the entire 80 minutes.
  2. James Slipper – 6.5 – Coming off the bench, the Wallaby finished the night with 100 per cent tackle accuracy (6 tackles).
  3. Rhys Van Nek – 6.5 – Making his debut in Brumbies colours, the prop came off the bench and made seven tackles without missing any.
  4. Darcy Swain – 6.5 – Very similar to Rhys Van Nek, Swain came off the bench and didn’t miss a tackle from seven attempts.
  5. Luke Reimer – 6.5
  6. Nic White – 6.5 – Playing his 100th game of Super Rugby for the Brumbies, the halfback was impressive off the bench.
  7. Noah Lolesio – 6.5
  8. Ollie Sapsford – N/A
ADVERTISEMENT

LIVE

Vancouver SVNS | Day 1

Boks Office | Episode 35 | Six Nations Round 2 Review

O2 Inside Line: This Rose | Episode 3 | France Week

Second round of the Men's Six Nations | Whistle Watch

Harlequins vs Bristol Bears | PWR 2024/25 | Full Match Replay

Yokohama Canon Eagles vs Saitama Wildknights | Japan Rugby League One 2024/25 | Full Match Replay

Watch now: Lomu - The Lost Tapes

The Dupont Ploy: How France went from underdogs to Olympic gods | The Report

Former rugby player is truly an NFL superstar | Walk the Talk | Jordan Mailata

Trending on RugbyPass

Comments

0 Comments
Be the first to comment...

Join free and tell us what you really think!

Sign up for free
ADVERTISEMENT

Latest Features

Comments on RugbyPass

J
JW 3 hours ago
'He wants players to be able to play four positions': Former All Black critiques Robertson's strategy

I have the selection opinion of ‘chuck them in the deep end, see if they swim’. Starting Mo’unga in the third test

But you’re calling favoritism of Dmac based on common practice, thats the illogical mindset you have and which I’m pointing out.

He isn’t Mo’unga which disproves your statement

You’ve missed my point. Mo’unga is your fixation for ‘game manager’. Dmac is every bit the game manager even then, his boot has always been his best asset.

At 10 I would’ve had: Cruden, B Barrett, and McKenzie

Thats fine, but that statement you’re trying to defend is “I guess Hansen sold them the idea that McKenzie was the way forward at 10” with the implication that now, in 2023 they let Mo’unga go because Dmac he was selected there for one test in 2018.

I brought it up as I it shows that Hansen and Foster would rather have a second 10

I brought those facts up to as I believe that both Hansen and Foster didn’t really want Mo’unga at 10 and only used him at 10 when they ran out of other ideas (which they both did)

And I have shown you the real facts, that they didn’t do that. They played MO’UNGA! The very next series after Dmac was asked to play 10 due to injury, with no experience (hence why he wanted more the next year), Mo’unga was used as the alternative 10 to Barrett, playing one game, WITH MCKENZIE AT 15, of the 6 Rugby Championships. The series after that was were opinion really shifted to Mo’unga having a better partnership with Dmac at the back than Barrett did.


THOSE ARE THE ONLY RELEVANT FACTS!


You can have your theories all you like Spew, but I’m telling you they are based on you own fallacy when it comes your picture of Dmac, and therefor any correlation with Mo’unga. They have always been great together.

111 Go to comments
W
WilmaKiel 6 hours ago
One rule for Europe's copycats, another for the Springboks

Individuals should exercise extreme caution in the investment landscape, as numerous fraudulent investment companies and deceptive recovery firms operate globally. The difficulty in withdrawing funds from trading accounts, or the experience of complete financial loss, is unfortunately a common occurrence. These situations often involve sophisticated schemes designed to exploit unsuspecting investors. For example, Ponzi schemes promise exceptionally high returns with minimal risk, attracting investors who subsequently lose their principal investments when the scheme collapses. Another common tactic involves fraudulent brokers who manipulate trading platforms or provide false information to induce losses. Furthermore, many victims fall prey to scam recovery firms that promise to retrieve stolen funds but instead demand upfront fees without delivering on their promises. These firms often operate anonymously and lack any legitimate regulatory oversight. MARS TECH RECOVERY GURUs offers guidance and assistance to individuals who have experienced such financial losses. Our services encompass a comprehensive assessment of the situation, identification of the perpetrators, and the pursuit of legal avenues for fund recovery. This process may involve collaborating with law enforcement agencies, regulatory bodies, and legal professionals to build a robust case for restitution. It is crucial to remember that recovering stolen funds requires patience, diligence, and a thorough understanding of the legal processes involved. While MARS TECH RECOVERY GURUs strives to provide effective solutions, the success of any recovery effort is dependent on various factors, including the nature of the fraud, the availability of evidence, and the cooperation of relevant authorities. Therefore, prospective clients should approach the process with realistic expectations and a commitment to full transparency and cooperation.

Contact Email: support@marstechrecoverygurus.info

Telegram: @Marstechrecoveryguru

whatsapp: +1 (747) 447-9063

URL: https://marstechrecoverygurus.info

28 Go to comments
R
RegineIsaksen 7 hours ago
One rule for Europe's copycats, another for the Springboks

Sometimes life gives you signs-you just got to be paying attention. One night, deep in an Uber ride, I struck up a conversation with the driver. The topic of Bitcoin came up, and he mentioned that he once lost his wallet containing $50,000.

I thought this would be the end of the story-something like regret, lessons learned, and moving on. But then he said something that stuck with me: "Thankfully, I found Lee Ultimate Hacker. They got everything back." I nodded, really interested but unconcerned. After all, I was so very careful with my wallet security. I thought, That's rough, but it could never happen to me. A week later, it happened to me. I lost the wallet holding $300,000 while overhauling my crypto storage system. In one wrong move, my funds became completely unreachable. I retraced passwords, checked backups, tried everything that normally works, but nothing worked. Panic kicked in. My mind was racing, trying to figure out my next move. And then, I remembered the Uber driver's story.

I didn't waste a moment and contacted Lee Ultimate Hacker. Right upon connecting to their team, I could feel my nerves calm down. They did not right away get to work but also asked questions, analyzed my situation, and explained how the recovery would go. It was next-level professionalism; they didn't just work on how to return my money but also how to make me understand what happened and how I could avoid it in the future. Finally, after what felt like the longest wait of my life, came the message that I had been waiting for: My wallet was recovered successfully.

Relief doesn't even begin to describe my feeling at that moment. That $300,000 wasn't just money; it was years of careful investments and strategic planning. And in an instant, it was all back where it belonged. In retrospect, I owe more than a five-star rating to that Uber driver. His story gave me a lifeline which I didn't know I needed. Lesson learned: Pay attention to those random conversations-you never know when they might save you a fortune.

LEEULTIMATEHACKER @ AOL . COM

telegram: LEEULTIMATE

wh@tsapp +1 (715) 314 - 9248

28 Go to comments
TRENDING
TRENDING Rugby needs to get over itself and stop being so precious Rugby needs to get over itself and stop being so precious
Search