| Re: Rugby Union - England announce Six Nations Squad
Pretty much what I expected really apart from the inclusion of Vainikolo. I must admit I rarely watch English clubs unless it’s in the Heineken or EDF Cups so I don’t know who’s got into the side on current form or what not.
I did see Vainikolo in pre-season and to be honest I wasn’t impressed at all. In the test match arena he will be found out. All he is is a powerful runner. When put on the defensive by Rhys Williams (Cardiff Blues player) he was turned inside out. I think it’s far too soon for him to be involved in even the training squad. Most rugby league converts in recent seasons haven’t worked. Andy Farrell, Henry (or was it Robbie?) Paul, and Iestyn Harris have all under whelmed, and not lived up to the expectations thrust upon them. It’s no coincidence either that they’ve all been thrown in at the deep end and picked for the international squad straight away.
Why isn’t Tom Varndell in the squad? I’ve always thought he was a big threat to any side, and I expected him to be in. |