The Dew Drop Inn Virtual Rugby Pub, Belfast

by Guest Wed 18 Apr 2012, 9:44 am

First topic message reminder :

Welcome to the Virtual Rugby Pub - a place where you can come in for a sly beverage and discuss whatever's on your mind, or just eavesdrop on the regulars if you fancy a break from all the rugby chat. The pub has ventured to Belfast, as Red Stag is still struggling to come to terms with Munsters QF loss to Ulster Wink

The only rule in this pub is one of mutual respect for everyone in it, oh and no defacing the pictures of Brian McLaughlin, John Hart, Duncan Bell, Michael Lynagh, Mick O'Driscoll, Deiniol Jones and Shane Williams.

Get well "Noddy" Lynagh - our thoughts are with you. Hug

Old Pub: https://www.606v2.com/t27620-the-dew-drop-inn-virtual-beach-leileifiafiafale-samoa

by **Pal Joey** Sun 22 Apr 2012, 9:22 am

Yes I did Muntsy. It was quite a good game; much closer than some here expected. I'm always wary of the Kiwis putting up a good contest.

We've just had our City v Country match played in beautiful Mudgee.
It's like a selection match for the NSW S.O.O. side. City scraped home 24-22.

by MBTGOG Sun 22 Apr 2012, 9:28 am

I am As in a way. There's a LOT to do this week beforehand though. You're up early for a Sunday.

Billy,

I shall be. If you are there then, it'd be cool to meet up.

by MBTGOG Sun 22 Apr 2012, 9:31 am

Linebreaker wrote:Yes I did Muntsy. It was quite a good game; much closer than some here expected. I'm always wary of the Kiwis putting up a good contest.

We've just had our City v Country match played in beautiful Mudgee.
It's like a selection match for the NSW S.O.O. side. City scraped home 24-22.

The Kiwis really seem to be a side that needs to build momentum, whereas your lot are so damn clinical.

Yeah I saw the result in the City Country match. So who do you think will be five eight, Hayne or Carney? Did any other players stand out?

by eirebilly Sun 22 Apr 2012, 9:32 am

We havent got the contract yet but if we do, i may be there Very Happy

by MBTGOG Sun 22 Apr 2012, 9:38 am

Cool Billy, well keep in touch on it. I'm sure I'll have the internet over there and MrsP is telling me I need to keep her up to date while I'm there.

Line,

Do you watch the Footy Show? On Stuffyoumayhavemissed this week, there was a brilliant clip of the penalty to win a game. Have you seen it?

by **Pal Joey** Sun 22 Apr 2012, 9:48 am

MBTGOG wrote:
Linebreaker wrote:Yes I did Muntsy. It was quite a good game; much closer than some here expected. I'm always wary of the Kiwis putting up a good contest.

We've just had our City v Country match played in beautiful Mudgee.
It's like a selection match for the NSW S.O.O. side. City scraped home 24-22.

The Kiwis really seem to be a side that needs to build momentum, whereas your lot are so damn clinical.

Yeah I saw the result in the City Country match. So who do you think will be five eight, Hayne or Carney? Did any other players stand out?

I'd go with Carney. Hayne threw an intercept pass which led to Country's first try.

Mitchell Pearce, Steve Turner did well for City and Tariq Sims and Blake Ferguson played well for Country.

I usually watch The Footy Show - it's filmed right next door to me. They're a bunch of clowns but it's all good fun. Very Happy

by eirebilly Sun 22 Apr 2012, 9:48 am

Sounds like a plan Munsty and there is pretty good network in Tanzania

by Guest Sun 22 Apr 2012, 9:57 am

Moooorning. I htink my body clock is attuned to S4C. Just woke up and switched the tv on to see that the replay of Scarlets v Munster was just starting.

Here's hoping it doesn't leave me feeling as mad

as I was yesterday. It really was a poor match to watch live, so hope it comes across better on the tv.

Also in the first 5 mins have noticed that if I wasn't so short, I'd have made several tv appearances. Ah well.

by Guest Sun 22 Apr 2012, 10:07 am

I made another one on Friday Dreamer with the Rhino.

Just watching the Anzac test now. Forgot about it to be honest. Have to feel sorry for Johnson getting hurt so early in his debut. Ah he's alright. Looked like he was going off.

by Guest Sun 22 Apr 2012, 10:20 am

Loved Thurston's score. Great feet.

by Guest Sun 22 Apr 2012, 10:23 am

what is the Anzac test, Rev?

by Guest Sun 22 Apr 2012, 10:29 am

The Australia v New Zealand Rugby League test. I sky plussed the highlights.

Inglis' try was nice too.

by **Pal Joey** Sun 22 Apr 2012, 10:31 am

He's a powerful runner... like a torpedo scoring in the corner. Imagine trying to stop the guy?

by Guest Sun 22 Apr 2012, 10:34 am

ah okay, don't watch rugby league much myself.

I might have to switch S4C off, no offence Munster fans, but you really aren't a very nice side to watch play.

oh ho, a Rolland howler about to make it's appearence, where he allows a drop out 22 and play to continue, despite a player being down with a possible head/neck injury. Farcical.

by **Pal Joey** Sun 22 Apr 2012, 10:36 am

I'm watching the London Marathon now... it's one of my favourite events. Also get a chance to see some of the sights. Looks like a nice day. Smile

by Guest Sun 22 Apr 2012, 10:37 am

Linebreaker wrote:He's a powerful runner... like a torpedo scoring in the corner. Imagine trying to stop the guy?

After dropping off a few tackles yesterday, I wouldn't fancy trying to stop much at the minute. The one Australian winger looks a handful too (number 5)

by **rodders** Sun 22 Apr 2012, 10:43 am

Morning

Just watching this: http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b01bgr2p/Shane/

An absolute must watch for for Shane William fans. What a legend man, a total hero. Brilliant stuff.

My bro in law running in the LM so good luck to him.

by **Pal Joey** Sun 22 Apr 2012, 10:45 am

Akuila Uate, Rev. He's a point scoring machine.

We have a NRL thread on here if you're interested:

https://www.606v2.com/t27604-nrl-results-and-table#1130392

Also a Super League one.

https://www.606v2.com/t27322-super-league-results-and-table

by Guest Sun 22 Apr 2012, 11:24 am

I'll keep an eye on them, thanks breaker.

Lost out on the Anzac now. Have to finish it later. Sneaking off out in a bit to watch the Blouse.

by Glas a du Sun 22 Apr 2012, 11:35 am

Personally I hope Glasgow now go for the tbp win out in Treviso. If they get up to 62 points with Munster that last weekend will have some fireworks yet. Also a Leinster-Munster semi and Leinster-Ospreys final will be huge games if it works out that way.

by Suspicious lurker Sun 22 Apr 2012, 12:41 pm

Uuuuuurrrrrrrhhhhhh :hangover:

Scarlets are still gash

by Guest Sun 22 Apr 2012, 12:47 pm

You're just a censored

Enjoying watching the London marathon.

by Thomond Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:01 pm

rugbydreamer wrote:ah okay, don't watch rugby league much myself.

I might have to switch S4C off, no offence Munster fans, but you really aren't a very nice side to watch play.

oh ho, a Rolland howler about to make it's appearence, where he allows a drop out 22 and play to continue, despite a player being down with a possible head/neck injury. Farcical.

Spoiler:

by Glas a du Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:03 pm

You wait Hoog, the Scarlets are going to feed you those words on a silver platter in erm, five or ten years time, right!

by Guest Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:05 pm

Archimedes!

Rolland was rubbish though, and that decision by him was just plain dangerous.

by Suspicious lurker Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:16 pm

I'm sure Glas, or maybe you could just start playing what's in front of you and not play this game that clearly doesn't bring results

by Thomond Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:17 pm

Hoog is right, the ref is masquerading the real issues that led to what I believe is close enough to a a full strength Scarlets side against a weak enough Munster team.

by Guest Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:21 pm

by Guest Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:23 pm

sorry Thomond but I can't believe you've just said that was a near full strength Scarlets side.

And discussing a poor refereeing display isn't masquerading anything, it's simply discussing a poor refereeing display.

by Thomond Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:26 pm

Dreamer, the refereeing debate is generating far more discussion then the Scarlets performance. Fair enough I might be wrong on the how close it is to a first choice team, but seeing Rees, Morgan and the likes of Timani, North and Priestland I assumed. Apologies

by Suspicious lurker Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:26 pm

Always seems to be a,poor ref when the scarlets lose though.

Strange that.............

by Guest Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:29 pm

Thom - we had only 14 fit players to train during the week. A guy on our bench had already played for Llanelli earlier in the day. We were down to our bare bones. We were playing Stevo at centre where he hasn't played since he was about 21. He's 34 now. That should tell you enough!

And what's to comment on the Scarlets performance that's different from usual? We're making the same mistakes we've been making for 3+ seasons now. Scarlets fans are just fed up of discussing them!

Ah man, I think I need a drink.... cider

Hoog - that really is some hangover eh? poor, poor attempt at a wum, not even subtle.....

by Thomond Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:32 pm

Hoog, don't bother, look at the match thread, you won't get anywhere. Dreamer, I admitted I was wrong.

by Rory_Gallagher Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:32 pm

I don't think it was a WUM though, it was more of an opinion that I happen to share also. Same as your opinions that Munster are not a very nice side to watch play. Is that a WUM, or just your opinion?

by Guest Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:32 pm

yeah I'm out of here...

by Glas a du Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:38 pm

Picking on a lady lads?

by Thomond Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:40 pm

Probably being a bit harsh Glas, alrigt. Apologies RD. Hug

by Glas a du Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:42 pm

You're a gent Thomond.

by Rory_Gallagher Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:42 pm

Glas a du wrote:Picking on a lady lads?

I thought I was just having a debate actually.

by Guest Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:42 pm

nay bother Thomond, I'm just in a bit of a grump, sorry to you too Hug

by Thomond Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:45 pm

Glas a du wrote:You're a gent Thomond.

I hope youi don't see me play a game of rugby or on the sidelines then.....

by Guest Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:46 pm

Glas a du wrote:Picking on a lady lads?

What a gent.

Flipping typical that my wife has said I can go to Ireland for the B&I final now, but I don't think it's possible anymore.

I also owe Munster an apology over the moan I had with regards to the kickoff time. It's Sky Sports' fault. Haven't shown an interest in the comp all season, then control the scheduling so it doesn't clash with the Amlin game. Bit gash that.

by Thomond Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:47 pm

That's on next Saturday Rev is it? Will head down to Muzzer for it I'd say.

by Suspicious lurker Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:49 pm

It's not a wum in the slightest. Just saying it how it is

by red_stag Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:51 pm

Thomond its a Friday night kick off which is a real pain.

Rev, you could surely get a flight to Dublin or Shannon and just get bus/train to Cork

by Thomond Sun 22 Apr 2012, 1:51 pm

Friday, feic. Might be able to get there though.

by Glas a du Sun 22 Apr 2012, 2:03 pm

Blues in negotiations to leave CCS. Nobody there today anyhow.

by Guest Sun 22 Apr 2012, 2:04 pm

be good for them if they can work it. I have BBC Alba on. Interesting one this.

by Guest Sun 22 Apr 2012, 2:05 pm

Think I've lost out to the soccer in le pub

by Guest Sun 22 Apr 2012, 2:06 pm

Friday 17:30 Thom. Joke really.

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