“You play the All Blacks and you’re a couple of cogs off, you get hammered -- as we’ve seen with a number of the best sides in the world,” said Rennie. While Samu had some decent carries in Wellington, Rennie said he had not met standards, adding that Hanigan would help stiffen the lineout. “We’ve had a big focus on earning the right to play.”. Mobile Emergency Care Service (SAMU) worker Sergio Ricardo, left, and two neighbors, carry an elderly COVID-19 patient to an ambulance in Duque de … 8 Kieran Read, N8 . The 25-year-old, who played the last of his 20 Tests against England at Twickenham in November 2018, comes into the back-row for Pete Samu, who has been dropped from the squad. But Rennie has found it necessary to make a change in the key hooking position, with Fainga'a losing three throws in the first half. Ned Hanigan will play his first Test in almost two years after being called into the Wallabies' starting XV as one of four changes made by Dave Rennie for Sunday's second Test against the All Blacks at Eden Park, Auckland. Fullback Tom Banks retains his spot ahead of Dane Haylett-Petty after a solid showing against the All Blacks. “He’s got a good skill-set and provides a point of difference for us at six,” he said. Hanigan's return at blindside flanker sees Harry Wilson shift to the back of the scrum after a memorable debut during last week's epic 16-16 draw in Wellington. Brumbies vs Rebels Super Rugby 2020 - Round 2. See here for a complete list of exchanges and delays. ... Allan Alaalatoa, Rob Simmons, Ned Hanigan, Pete Samu, Nick Phipps, Sefa Naivalu. Samu, Fainga’a axed 2020-10-17 - WELLINGTON: Australia coach Dave Rennie has dropped No 8 Pete Samu in a looseforward reshuffle for tomorrow’s second Bledisloe Cup clash against New Zealand in Auckland while hooker Folau Fainga’a has also been axed after struggling with his lineout throwing in Wellington. The 25-year-old, who played the last of his 20 Tests against England at Twickenham in November 2018, comes into the back row for Pete Samu, who has been dropped from the squad. By Tom Decent. “We know that New Zealand will step it up another level this weekend, we’re excited by the challenge ahead. BPA had one of the weaker throws in Super rugby AU should give Jordan Uelese a go to start. “We need to make sure that we’re stepping up our game and can deal with the intensity.”, Team: 15-Tom Banks, 14-Filipo Daugunu, 13-Hunter Paisami, 12-Matt Toomua, 11-Marika Koroibete, 10-James O’Connor, 9-Nic White, 8-Harry Wilson, 7-Michael Hooper (captain), 6-Ned Hanigan, 5-Matt Philip, 4-Lukhan Salakaia-Loto, 3-Taniela Tupou, 2-Brandon Paenga-Amosa, 1-James Slipper, Replacements: 16-Jordan Uelese, 17-Scott Sio, 18-Allan Alaalatoa, 19-Rob Simmons, 20-Liam Wright, 21-Jake Gordon, 22-Jordan Petaia, 23-Reece Hodge, Reporting by Nick Mulvenney in Sydney and Ian Ransom in Melbourne; Editing by Peter Rutherford. Banks was safe under the high ball in the windy Wellington conditions, but will need to be pinpoint with his clearing kicks after being punished for missing touch once last weekend. All quotes delayed a minimum of 15 minutes. 17 Joe Moody, R . ", Wallabies v All Blacks at Eden Park, Auckland, Saturday 18th October. Allan Alaalatoa 4. The 2020 Super Rugby AU season (branded as Vodafone Super Rugby AU for sponsorship reasons) was a professional club rugby union tournament organised by Rugby Australia.Sponsored by communications company Vodafone, the tournament replaced the Australian component of the incomplete 2020 Super Rugby season that was shut down in March of that year due to the COVID-19 … T. 7 Matt Todd, FL . Bit harsh for Samu to be dropped thought he was quite good. T. Replacements; 16 Andrew Makalio, R . Rennie's decision to change things up despite the Wallabies' impressive showing in Bledisloe I reveals that he's not afraid to make the tough decisions. England v Wallabies: David Pocock fit for England clash, Kurtley Beale dropped. Marika Koroibete 12. All rights reserved. With the penalty advantage being played, Noah Lolesio drops back into the pocket and lets fly with a drop goal attempt that sails between the uprights! 6 Pete Samu, FL . The 25-year-old, who played the last of his 20 Tests against England at Twickenham in November 2018, comes into the back-row for Pete Samu, who has been dropped from the squad. James Slipper 2. ... Pete Samu P. Samu---8. “He’s certainly a very strong scrummager as well, Brandon, a good athlete and we think he’s the right man for the job this weekend,” said Rennie. The Highlanders have dropped six players, including All Black Josh Ioane, for Saturday's crunch Super Rugby Aotearoa match against the Crusaders after they breached the team "code", coach Tony Brown said on Wednesday. KAFER COLUMN: Let's not get carried away by Wallabies performance, but Foster failed first All Blacks Test, ANALYSIS: The biggest area the Wallabies must fix ahead of Bledisloe II, 'REPLAYED HUNDREDS OF TIMES': Hodge opens up on THAT Bledisloe kick. The backline stays the same, but the Wallabies will have some serious firepower to bring off the bench with Jordan Petaia named as a replacement after failing in his quest to be fit for Bledisloe I. Petaia started in the No.13 jersey for the Wallabies during last year's quarter-final loss to England and was thought to be a likely long-term option in the position, but the 20-year-old's hip flexor injury suffered in the Super Rugby AU final against the Brumbies gave yet another opportunity to Hunter Paisami. Tickets HERE. Australia coach Dave Rennie has dropped No 8 Pete Samu in a back-row reshuffle, while hooker Folau Fainga'a has also been left out, after struggling with his lineout throwing in Wellington. It's an intimidating record, particularly given the All Blacks haven't lost at the venue since the French shocked them in 1994. © 2021 Australian Rugby. Matt Philip 5 Lukhan Salakaia-Loto 6. WELLINGTON (Reuters) - Australia coach Dave Rennie has dropped number eight Pete Samu in a back row reshuffle for Sunday’s second Bledisloe Cup clash against New Zealand while hooker Folau Fainga’a has also been axed after struggling with his lineout throwing in Wellington. The hosts claimed an early 17-nil lead courtesy of a Noah Lolesio penalty and a pair of tries to Pete Samu and Folau Fainga'a in front of a strong Canberra crowd. "Probably not to smash blokes, but just to be able to throw the footy around and get a bit of contact in there." Pete Samu 9. Australia have not won at Eden Park since 1986 and are expecting a backlash from Ian Foster’s All Blacks, who have endured a week of criticism from home media. The other change to the starting side is in the front-row, with Reds rake Brandon Paenga-Amosa to wear the No.2 jersey after Folau Fainga'a was dropped from the side. Wright has built a reputation of being a defensive workhorse, resilient and strong in the lineout and those three attributes will be vital in Auckland. "Yes, getting pretty keen to get out there," says forward Pete Samu. The 2021 Super Rugby season is the 26th season of Super Rugby, an annual men's international rugby union tournament organised by SANZAAR, involving teams from Australia and New Zealand.Due to the COVID-19 pandemic the tournament this year will be wholly regionalised, with the 2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa season and the 2021 Super Rugby AU season replacing the previous 15 side format used … Codie Taylor, Alex Hodgman,Nepo Laulala, Scott Barrett, Hoskins Sotutu, TJ Perenara, Rieko Ioane, Damian McKenzie. WELLINGTON (Reuters) - Australia coach Dave Rennie has dropped number eight Pete Samu in a back row reshuffle for Sunday’s second Bledisloe Cup clash against New Zealand while hooker Folau Fainga’a has also been axed after struggling with his lineout throwing in Wellington. The decision to axe Samu is a tough one, but it reveals the cut-throat nature of selection and that Rennie won't rest on his laurels in attempt to win back the Bledisloe for the first time since 2002. Allan Alaalatoa glances at the tape wrapped around his left wrist and sees four letters written beneath a cross: Aiga. The hosts claimed an early 17-nil lead courtesy of a Noah Lolesio penalty and a pair of tries to Pete Samu and Folau Fainga'a in front of a strong Canberra crowd. Elsewhere on the bench, Reds captain Liam Wright comes in for Rob Valetini. It's been 34 years since the Wallabies last won at Eden Park against the All Blacks. James O’Connor soon replied with two penalties of his own to cut the Queensland deficit to 11-points by the 22nd minute. Rennie says World Cup trio dropped on form as young guns given chance. Dan McKellar's side had earlier dropped just two games, away to the Rebels and Reds, the latter of which came on the eve of the playoffs with a … Samu has paid the price for the Wallabies' inability to be effective at the attacking breakdown cleanout, Let's not get carried away by Wallabies performance, but Foster failed first All Blacks Test. “We’ve got a group of 44-men who are all working hard and pushing for selection," Rennie said. Pete Samu could be forgiven for a moment of panic when the scales showed he dropped two kilograms in his Super Rugby season opener. "It means 'family' in Samoan," the ACT Brumbies captain said. Paisami was excellent on debut and has been rewarded for the physicality and composure he showed. Such BS Caught on Video: Pete Buttigieg Has Gas-Guzzling Suburban Drop Him Off a Couple Blocks from Work So He Can Ride His Bike in for the Cameras (VIDEO) By Jim Hoft Published April 2, 2021 at 10:06am Share on Facebook (5k) Tweet Share … 3 Min Read WELLINGTON (Reuters) - Australia coach Dave Rennie has dropped number eight Pete Samu in a back row reshuffle for Sunday’s second Bledisloe … Kick-off: 2pm AEDT, WALLABIES (1-15): James Slipper, Brandon Paenga-Amosa, Taniela Tupou, Lukhan Salakaia-Loto, Matt Philip, Ned Hanigan, Michael Hooper (c), Harry Wilson, Nic White, James O'Connor, Marika Koroibete, Matt To'omua, Hunter Paisami, Filipo Daugunu, Tom Banks, Reserves: Jordan Uelese, Scott Sio, Allan Alaalaota, Rob Simmons, Liam Wright, Jake Gordon, Jordan Petaia, Reece Hodge, ALL BLACKS (1-15): Joe Moody, Dane Coles, Ofa Tu'ungafasi, Patrick Tuipulotu, Tupou Vaa'i, Shannon Frizell, Sam Cane (c), Ardie Savea, Aaron Smith, Richie Mo'unga, Caleb Clarke, Jack Goodhue, Anton Lienert-Brown, Jordie Barrett, Beauden Barrett, Reserves: Codie Taylor, Alex Hodgman,Nepo Laulala, Scott Barrett, Hoskins Sotutu, TJ Perenara, Rieko Ioane, Damian McKenzie, The Rugby.com.au are a proud part of Rugby AU. There was no change to a backline that impressed in Wellington but centre Jordan Petaia was named on the bench after recovering from a hip flexor injury, tipping out uncapped flyhalf Noah Lolesio. https://www.planetrugby.com/wallabies-make-two-changes-for-all-blacks “Obviously the lineout didn’t function as well last week,” the New Zealander told reporters on Friday. “Pete Samu can cover that role, he’s pretty good on the ball, but he’s not in the squad. Ultimately, Samu has paid the price for the Wallabies' inability to be effective at the attacking breakdown cleanout. Reds skipper Liam Wright replaces reserve backrower Rob Valetini. Harry Wilson 7. Michael Hooper 8. “We've had massive support from back home and as a team we definitely feel that and it’s something we’ll draw on on Sunday afternoon. He was pipped by Pete Samu and 20 … Australia coach Dave Rennie has dropped No 8 Pete Samu in a back-row reshuffle, while hooker Folau Fainga'a has also been left out, after struggling with his lineout throwing in Wellington. Nic White 10 James O'Connor 11. Brandon Paenga-Amosa 3. ShareWELLINGTON - Australia coach Dave Rennie dropped number eight Pete Samu and hooker Folau Fainga'a on Friday as he made two changes to his starting side for Sunday's second Bledisloe Cup Test against New Zealand in Auckland.There was no change to the backline which impressed in last weekend's thrilling 16-16 draw against the All Blacks in Wellington, but centre Jordan Petaia returned … 1. Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles. Paenga-Amosa edges out reserve hooker Jordan Uelese for the Eden Park match, despite his own throwing troubles for the Queensland Reds during Super Rugby AU. Be there for the third Bledisloe Cup clash at Sydney’s ANZ Stadium, Saturday 31 October. Fainga’a’s failure to hit his lineout targets early in last weekend’s thrilling 16-16 draw cost the Wallabies points and Rennie said he was a “casualty” of that. Pete Samu helped spark a second-half revival that turned the Brumbies fortunes around in their Super Rugby opener but it's the presence of his … It was only on Wednesday that Wallabies assistant coach Geoff Parling had said emphatically that the Wallabies need to back their players. Ned Hanigan is a shock inclusion to the squad, coming straight into the starting team … Dave Rennie has resisted the temptation to name an unchanged side for Bledisloe 2, instead making four changes to his Wallabies team for the Eden Park clash on Sunday. No 8 Pete Samu scored a double as the Brumbies pulled off a shock win over the Chiefs in Hamilton. Join us at GIO Stadium for Brumbies v Rebels rugby live scores as part of Super Rugby 2020 Pete SAMU is a 29-year-old Australian rugby player standing at 1.85 m tall (6 ft 1 in) and weighing in at 102 kg (16 st 0.87 lb; 224.87 lb) , who currently plays for Brumbies in Australia as back row. Hanigan’s return at the side of the scrum sees Harry Wilson shift to No 8. Wallabies half-back Nic White joins host Nick McArdle, former Australian fullback Greg Martin and RUGBY.com.au journalist Christy Doran on The Rugby Nation to dissect Bledisloe I and look ahead to Eden Park. James O’Connor soon replied with two penalties of his own to cut the Queensland deficit to 11-points by the 22nd minute. Pete Samu, who was dropped from the 23, would be a likely replacement if Wilson was unable to play. LISTEN UP! 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