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Posted March 28, 2026 23:26 · last edited March 28, 2026 23:29

Taupoboy wrote:
I wonder who could replace Payne, he was not at his best last night, and I feel that there must be an alternative.
Maybe I am being a bit scathing!!

 
No, unfortunately. It is the glaring issue we have. And Tuiloma you feel is the only competitor at this stage. Roux is at a similar level to Payne. Elliot…I don’t think he’s big enough to be in a 4. Might be okay against Finland, but not against better opposition. 

Tuiloma might sit deeper, but yeh, Payne has had a bad month and needs to up his game desperately.

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martinb edited March 28, 2026 23:29
Taupoboy wrote:
I wonder who could replace Payne, he was not at his best last night, and I feel that there must be an alternative.
Maybe I am being a bit scathing!!

 
No, unfortunately. It is the glaring issue we have. And Tuiloma you feel is the only competitor at this stage. Roux is at a similar level to Payne. 

Tuiloma might sit deeper, but yeh, Payne has had a bad month and needs to up his game desperately.