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[@Red-Revolution708]

Why would you want to watch Wales lose, they finished bottom of the six nations table.

[@levigriffiths8213]

Pretty okay squad with some iffy calls.... Great to see Liam Williams back in my opinion he HAS to start against south africa. Jury is deffo out on Costelow feel like he didn't have a great game against dragons... Every time I see him play cant say im impressed just really hope he can kick on. Just got to get behind the squad now we are desperate for a win.

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

Yeah, well said I think we just need to support the team for now and hope that the development happens quickly. Fingers crossed.😂

[@Jenjenilou]

Bemused is the word that would best describe my reaction to these choices. Huge respect to Gats and he's obviously been to the relevant games, observed the players, thought about his team , and I'm not the Wales coach, he is. But I do wonder what some Ospreys players need to do to make the squad?

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

Yeah, I agree with you. It’s a funny one really. Morgan Williams, Nikki Smith, Morgan Morris, James Ratti or could’ve been in the squad really so I’m not sure what’s going on with that one🤷🏻‍♂️

[@cro649]

Why "huge respect" for him? He turned the Chiefs in New Zealand onto Zebre overnight and the minute he left they came good. He had a golden generation and yet never made a world cup final, beat new zealand or had much joy with australia. All this"gats" stuff does my head in. He's not our man. He's arrogant, off-script and a waste of money. Denying Morgan Morris a Welsh cap is cruel and unjust not just for him but for his family. To say he needs to improve his defensive work is a joke. He's high up the URC stats for tackles and he wins turnovers. Why does Morris have to jump through seemingly imaginary hoops and yet other players who perform terribly at club level can get in.

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

I think it’s slightly unfair to comment on what he did at the chiefs when he’s brought us a fair bit of success I agree with you about Morris. Certainly seams at though he’s just being stubborn for stubborns sake at this point but I’m really not sure who the WRU could get in that is better suited with the current situation that we find ourselves in? We need to at least give him a season year or 2 and see where we are at that point maybe

[@cro649]

@TheWelshSportsPodcast I mean it's hard to see how he could mess the Chiefs job up so badly... But I'd say he brought Wales success in the way that the next CEO of Apple will bring them success. The work had already been done by the previous regimes, the healthy picture then at the regions and the continual, rapid embracing of professionalism. Plus the other teams were poor in the North. Now all of that has reversed he's been exposed. I judge someone by how intelligently they talk, how philosophical they are, how they break complicated processes down simply for others and he just talks incoherent rubbish. We are wasting precious time and money on him. We need to look for an up and coming coach with ideas and humility. I'll never forget when he was asked why he was giving Joe Roberts his debut and he said "he's got a big arse." Get Gatland the grindr app and let's get a proper rugby coach in.

[@shaun30-3-mg9zs]

Hi Christian, I think we need to try any one at the moment, good to see Cory Hill ,Gareth Davies and Liam Williams, good to see Jac Morgan is fit and well and the same for Dewi Lake, we do need in the team is Christ Tshiunza. It will be god to get a mix of new and some of the experience players, we need to get back on track. As always good to watch your review on Welsh Rugby, catch you soon Take care

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

Thank you mate. I’d be interested to see how Tshiunza got on if he had a run of games. Not sure he’s going to get ahead of Plumbtree though I’m not sure Cheers mate

[@WelahMan]

Will be honest… him saying he wants to be physically dominant again (can’t remember the exact quote) and then misses out James Ratti, Liam Belcher, Nicky Smith and most importantly of all MORGAN MORRIS!?!? He’s won the most MOTM this season and player of the season for many seasons and is almost certainly Wales best ball carrier at the moment. Fucking stupid he’s left out….

[@yddraigoch]

Gatland has always had his favourites and 'non-favourites' . Morgan Morris and Nicky Smith seemingly much like Lee Byrne was, in that respect ?

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

Yeah it’s a funny one. He seams to get an opinion of a player an then refuse to change it. The Ratti one is a bit of a head scratcher for me especially with the current situation at lock

[@robday3968]

Couldn't agree more butt. I can't get overly excited about this team at all.

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

Happy to see some of the newer faces get a shot but it seams a bit all over the shop doesn’t it

[@samothemano]

I’m actually pretty content with this squad. I think we will struggle a lot against SA but we could definitely push Aus. I honestly think we will lose 4/4 summer games but as there’s some good performances and some new guys get a chance, I’ll be happy. I like the Tzuinsa is named as a lock. He isn’t an international back rower in my opinion but he could be a great lock. And alongside Jenkins, they have the potential to be a world class lock pairing. I hope Ben Thomas or Beetham get a proper run out at 10. We need all the options we can get in that position. Would’ve liked to have seen Dan Edwards in the squad but I don’t think he has the physical structure of a Gatland player so I dunno if Gatland will ever pick him. Keep the videos coming, dude!

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

The only problem is if we loose the next 4 I think a lot of people will start giving up on Welsh rugby which we can afford atm mate. I really hope we get a win against Australia 😬😬😬 I really like Thomas he’s been quality for a while now and still getting better so would be interested to see him having a go. Gats loves to throw a few curve balls doesn’t he 😂 Cheers mate 👍🏼

[@sionjames89]

Feels like a bit of a messy squad. Not surprised about Morris or Smith- he obviously just doesn't like them, Even as a Cardiff fan I don't really understand Bevan over Morgan-Williams who's still young and has shown good form. I am glad he's got Hathaway and Beetham in though who could both be useful

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

Yeah it’s a strange one isn’t it. I think Ruben deserved a look defo. Yeah same. Interested to see how Hathaway goes at the top level 😬

[@BraamBezuidenhout]

How do you go from Garrett anscomb and Dan Bigger to Sam Costelow

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

😬😬😬

[@BloodSport4All]

This is good news, I'm sure he's got a long and promising career ahead of him, definitely one for the future😅

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

😂👏🏼

[@HeartShapedBox93]

Gatland is always keen to say how players need to change BUT, when was the last time Gatland actually changed his opinion. Stubborn MoFo

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

Yeah agreed

[@jeffreythomas7499]

If Costelow gets injured he can always call on Rhys Patchell as emergency cover??? just a thought, (not as crazy as recalling Cory Hill)

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

He’s 3 caps short of the threshold annoyingly otherwise I think he would be involved

[@rhysjones9870]

Might be the worst squad i have seen Gatland select, its hard to see what his plan is if he even has one, really starting to think he came back just for a few easy paychecks before retirement

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

I don’t think that’s the case but I agree. It’s hard to see the direction he’s going in atm, it’s just a bit of a mess isn’t it. I’m really hoping he has some underlaying plan that we can’t see 😬

[@cro649]

I think it's the worst.

[@westy8065]

I think Sanjays experience will be invaluable for the younger players, I still feel there will be a couple of changes before the tour party leaves! I'm thinking that gatts will start Costellow at 10 and Thomas on the bench on the, strange tho no Nicky Smith and Morgan Morris included!

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

Yeah he’s got his favourites and also some who he doesn’t like and unfortunately he very rarely changes his mind does he 😬

[@westy8065]

@@TheWelshSportsPodcast lol very true, hes a stubborn git!! Just read WoL re Morris it's his defensive work on and off the ball allegedly!

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

Yeah I seen that. I guess they have access to better info and tape than we do. Sounds like an excuse more than anything doesn’t it

[@westy8065]

@@TheWelshSportsPodcast got to be fair I've never really noticed him going missing!

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

Me either tbh

[@SVAgxlxxi]

i want lloyd at 10!!

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

Why do you think he left him out ?

[@RRTNZ]

Croeso'n ol Sanjay !

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

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[@paulhowells9650]

Would have included Max Llewellyn and omitted Nick Tompkins

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

Yeah same for me aswel Paul

[@HeartShapedBox93]

I hope he proves me wrong, but Costelow seems to be the worst 10 to play for Wales in about 20 years.

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

I think he just needs time. There’s a good player in there we just need to get behind him

[@yddraigoch]

tbh - regarding the forwards, the main change for the future should be to bring back Robin McBryde and ditch the '"Humph" as coach

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

Yeah, I agree with that. With Humphries running things our scrum has been abysmal. I certainly think a change would be useful

[@GeorgeChrist-z8u]

Costelow , wtf . He has had his chance . NOT GOOD ENOUGH

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

No other real options though I guess 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@HammerbaneEU]

@@TheWelshSportsPodcast Dan Edwards? :O

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

Still a bit young I think. I think he just needs more regional rugby but I think he’s the one for the future

[@HeartShapedBox93]

Thomas Dee Thomas Jenkins Carter Plumtree Morgan Wainwright Davies Costelow Dyer Thomas Grady Hathaway/Giles Williams Lake Domachowski Lewis Tshiunza Reffel Hardy Watkin Winnett

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

Lake has to start for me. His presence is what we’ve been missing. Agree with the rest though. Except maybe Winnet or both of the 7s starting?

[@HeartShapedBox93]

@@TheWelshSportsPodcastcan’t see Gats selecting Liam and not picking him. Possibly agree with Lake.

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

Yeah you could be right there. Maybe him or Winnett on the wing as Dyer is the only one who’s nailed down as a winger?

[@thottobot7444]

Really don’t think Gatland is what wales needs. Seems to be far too stuck in his ways as opposed to picking on form.

[@Jenjenilou]

If you can find better than Gatland as head coach for Wales, then go right ahead. The man has proven time and time again how good he is, and the fact that a whole swathe of seasoned players either retired or made themselves unavailable after the last World Cup means he's got a hard task ahead. He's trying to build a team, he's trying to spot players who can work well with other players, emerging talent, established talent - it isn't just about who is in form.

[@levigriffiths8213]

@@Jenjenilou Not trying to start an argument but stats can only tell some of the story. You could also argue Gatland knew this was an ageing squad on its last legs the last few years he was in charge and he didnt want to bring talent through. Pivac got thrown under the bus and now Gatland has come back ( Very well paid) to try and fix a mess he is partial to causing. He had a poor time with Chiefs to the point of the fans all wanting him out. Maybe the game has moved past him. If we get a battering by South Africa and lose all games to Australia im honestly not sure how much more patience their will be.

[@Jenjenilou]

@@levigriffiths8213 I'm not even going to attempt to reply to most of that load of bollocks. But what I will say is that Gatland has done enough for Wales to deserve whatever he is getting paid. And as for ... He didn't 'want to bring talent through' ... maybe the talent wasn't there to start with and you need to be looking in different directions than Gatland to answer that one. As for 'the fans at Chiefs' who may have wanted him out, you only need to look at 'the fans in Wales' who wanted him back and still do. Can't be doing with armchair critics - if you think you can do the job better than Gatland then apply, or cae dy geg.

[@levigriffiths8213]

@@Jenjenilou Thats a very ridiculous reply. " im not going to attempt to reply to most of that load of bollocks" then you proceed to reply.... So you're saying the talent is there now? which it clearly isn't. He literally lost EVERY game with the Chiefs that is a FACT. You then proceed to say armchair critics.... You do realise their is a large following of welsh rugby supporters who didnt want him back? where do they stand? you do realise blind support isnt good or healthy. Gatland and his coaching staff are paid a VERY large amount of money they are not above criticism. Honestly people like you make me realise why Wales will never be a serious force in rugby. We have far to many idiots. Anyway have a great evening blindly following everything.

[@levigriffiths8213]

@@Jenjenilou He literally lost every game with the chiefs you surely cant be serious....

[@davidlee55]

Quite frankly this is the most bizzare squad Gats has ever picked. Wants a solid set piece but doesnt pick the best scrummaging props. Second row dont get me started. Backrow picks itself but Alex Mann should of gone as well Tshiunza and Jenkins should be the second rows because I dont rate any of the other three. Bevan yep probably one of the fittest and quickest scrum halves. One ten... Apparently because the tens we have are all to small.... But then picks the smallest centre in Tompkins over Llewlyn, James and Johnny Williams all big units offers more in attack and defence. Back three Hathaway has been picked so England cant cap him.... Really....

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

Yeah, it’s a very strange one, as I said in a video very scatter gun. It’s hard to understand what he’s trying to do at the moment. Yeah, interested in your point about Tompkins being small and him wanting bigger outside halves. I wonder if he wants the bigger 10s to accommodate for Tomkins but I hope not. Only time will tell, I guess, but this is a strange one

[@Red-Revolution708]

Wales have got a SHIT SIDE .

[@davidlee55]

Living rent free.

[@levigriffiths8213]

Very constructive comment mate. Why would you go looking for a WELSH rugby channel to comment this ?

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

😂

[@Red-Revolution708]

Italy can beat Wales hahahahaha rubbish.

[@spud7823]

Grand slam soon, foundations going in, form is temporary class is permanent, last time we had a wooden spoon we won the grand slam following year,have your fun now.

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

Italy are a quality outfit these days to be fair

[@robday3968]

@@TheWelshSportsPodcast If I had the Italian player pool at my disposal, in addition to the Welsh, at least half of my squad would be Italian.

[@DavidShort-q1d]

Agree this is a very interesting squad With alot of players missing like T.Basham The squad looks very light in quite a few positions especially at fly half I have to wonder exactly what W.Gatland is thinking of ? Apart from looking at more young talent Because truth be told and sadly i dont think Wales will win any of their summer tests Perhaps Gatland is looking to fine tune his squad in the Autumn ?? It's the only explanation i can think of for why the squad is so light in so many positions

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

Yeah I agree. It feels like his trying to force Ben Thomas into 10 and I think he’s trying to get Cardiff into making him a 10 which I don’t think is his best spot. I’m with you I don’t really understand what he’s going for with this one. Only time will tell but I’m starting to worry we will be 0/4 by the end of it 😬

[@DavidShort-q1d]

@@TheWelshSportsPodcast I know what you mean .But personally i dont see the need to force B.Thomas into fly half From September W.Gatland will be able to call on the services of G.Anscombe and C.Sheedy Who are in my opinion alot better than S.Costelow at this time Who looks like he needs another year or two to improve his game management and skills

[@TheWelshSportsPodcast]

Yeah I’m completely with you. Also Dan edwards coming though. Sounds like he wants a more physical presence in the spot so I have no idea 🤷🏻‍♂️😂