Damn. Ben Mac Out.

[wholetruth]

In The West story on Dane.

The Force's odds of toppling the Crusaders in Christchurch were dealt a blow yesterday when Ben McCalman (head gash) was ruled out of Friday's clash.

The loss of the Wallabies No.8 may hand Brynard Stander an opportunity to start.

https://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/a/...es-resurgence/

[Alison]

Shame re Ben. But I reckon Brynard is a man on a mission and will do great as his replacement!

[Flying 14]

I think Big Dog needed a break and Stander has been outstanding. I bet he can't wait to face the Cru!! Rip in mate!

[chibi]

Have we organised our insurgents in the Christchurch crowd? 30 streakers painted in red'n'black flown over from Perth?

[brokendown gunfighter]

hope they are "big" boys,its bloody cold over there

[Alison]

There seems to be a common "nakedness" theme on this site at the moment! Lol ;-D

[Kept One]

It will be good to see if Brynard is a first fifteen player or an impact player.

[Alison]

Good point KO! He'll be out to prove himself, that's for sure :-)

[valzc]

Bye the way - how did Francois go on Saturday as I didn't really notice him come on?

[James]

So if McCalman is out, who does that leave as the bench backrower? Bring a fourth lock and have Wykesy as a bench 6?

[GIGS20]

Play Stander for 80 and have an extra back...we'll need it!

Ps Stand up for your spot Brynard, even if it is the Big Dog, make him earn a return!