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Old 25-02-2008, 22:45   #21
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Speaking as someone who simply likes rugby rather than being a proper fan, I have to say I find league far more enjoyable. Both are good to watch, but league is definitely more entertaining for me
Yeah I guess I can see why for a spectator's point of view league can be more interesting. I just don't get on with league as I do with union, it's just what I was taught and the game I've played

If you want hardcore rugby 7s is it though
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Old 25-02-2008, 22:52   #22
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I might well be up for that Leo, as long as Saints aren't playing Wigan, as Wigan are my team and I don't like watching them lose
Dang I was hoping to see Wigan get thrashed How does Saints vs Bradford sound? You mind them getting beat?

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it's just what I was taught and the game I've played
I understand what you mean but at school I was taught Union and we were a very successful team but after i stopped playing I began to appreciate the skill involved in league. Now don't think I'm saying Union doesn't involve skill I just personally prefer league
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Old 25-02-2008, 23:42   #23
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Dang I was hoping to see Wigan get thrashed How does Saints vs Bradford sound? You mind them getting beat?
Fine with me, I'm definitely not a Bradford fan!
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If you want hardcore rugby 7s is it though
Too bloody right. T'is the only one I've seen for real too (Commonwealth Games 2002 - getting haka'd at - twice - rocks - though I couldn't see much of the rest ).
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Dang I was hoping to see Wigan get thrashed How does Saints vs Bradford sound? You mind them getting beat?
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Fine with me, I'm definitely not a Bradford fan!
So when would this event be? Would Kitten go or can I invade her and Sally and have a nice night in
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Old 26-02-2008, 10:45   #26
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So when would this event be? Would Kitten go or can I invade her and Sally and have a nice night in
June 13th I believe and I'm sure Kitten would be happy for an invasion......infact better ask her first
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Old 26-02-2008, 10:49   #27
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IMO Rugby Union requires a greater level of player skill and awareness than League does. The rules in Union are more complex, especially in the scrum, ruck, maul and lineouts. Basically the role of the forwards is more in depth than what is required by their Rugby League counterparts. That said, there is no doubt that League is also an exciting sport to watch and is certainly not "softer" than Union. Obviously in the backs, the differences are less, to the point that some players change codes and get themselves a spot in Brian Ashton's World Cup squad without ever having to prove themselves

Just my 2 pence worth.
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Old 26-02-2008, 14:22   #28
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I find myself agreeing with you
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Interesting read

Alex Hill's comments are what I expected from most Rugby Union fans
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