6 Nations Fantasy Rugby

[Mick Mac]

My thoughts too Declan - don't have a real idea as to what will happen. To inspire confidence I will have a small bet on Ireland to win by 6-10 points. I think with a good start we can do it. Here's hoping.

[Narnia]

I see Gatland has started the mind games by saying of all the other teams in the 6 nations the Welsh players dislike the Irish the most! Suppose he thinks they'll run home crying to mammy after hearing that.

Given how little they like each other as per Henson at the week-end, they must really HATE the Irish!

[Narnia]

david_carnell Wrote:

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> Well given how wrong I got England/France and

> slated borthwick who had a cracking match, I'm not

> sure how much attention you should pay to my

> ramblings.

>

> However...for what it's worth, I'm afraid to say I

> think Ireland will lose on Saturday. But it'll be

> close and they will take the championship on

> points difference.

You might not have got the result right David but you won the Fantasy League with some ease. Well done.

[Mick Mac]

Yep well done David

Watched the game in Patricks Bar in Crystal Palace with a couple of mates - was great game and a great atmosphere in the pub - hope you all enjoyed it. I also had another fantasy league between me and a few mates - it was good fun, must try it again next year.

[Narnia]

Well it is next year already and the 6 Nations is upon us soon. If there's enough interest I'll set up a local league, complements of the Irish Times. Anyone want to play?

[david_carnell]

Yeah, go on - I'll play again. Defend my title etc etc...

[Mick Mac]

Speaking of defending titles - are Ireland in it again this year?

[????]

yeah...but so are France

[Mick Mac]

The French have nothing to defend and even if they had, Brian O Driscoll can find the gaps in their Maginot defences. :)

[Narnia]

Mick Mac Wrote:

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> Speaking of defending titles - are Ireland in it

> again this year?

I'm not sure Mick. They may have applied to play in the Tri Nations to give them a bit of competition.

[Mick Mac]

Good idea Declan.

[mothernature]

If you are a Welsh fan, do you now have to vote for Labour? Bit of a pickle.

[Mick Mac]

Does the EDT remain the best place to watch the rugby? or are there other hidden gems out there?

Anyone tried the Prince Albert?

Does Hoopers only have one tv screen? Or a big screen?

[david_carnell]

Hoopers has two TVs and is much better than the EDT.

The guy who owns it is a rugby fan and the beer is vastly superior. I shall be there for any matches I can make.

Now....are we doing this fantasy league or not?!

[mockney piers]

I suspect Rory may make his firstpub trip to Hoopers this weekend. Gosh how exciting, love the ole six nations.

[Narnia]

Fantasy League

Chaps the PIN No. is 6389. The Irish Times are getting mean this year. You only get 5 free transfers once the games begin. You can make as many as you want prior to then. The IT then charges you for additional transfers. I for one won't be using that facility.

I guess this means you need to be very selective with your initial selection!

Hope a few of you join in. It's certainly low maintenence.

[Mick Mac]

Is it ok to pick the whole Ireland team Declan?

Last year I called my team 'Croker Slammers'. A wee bit of genius at work there to be sure...

[Narnia]

So who is the Hitch hiker?

[Mick Mac]

I have applied and await your acceptance Declan....

[Narnia]

You're in Mick

[Narnia]

Is anyone going to own up to being 'Arthur Dent'?

[david_carnell]

No, but both of you might want to look at your 3/4 line as the all-Scottish line up has been subject to alteration. Godman is playing fly-half now.

And Declan....your one English pick (Borthwick) is an insult. He's our worst player!

[Narnia]

I haven't looked at my team yet David.I took the lucky dip selection and will be making wholesale changes before Saturday once I've examined the actual selections!

[david_carnell]

Ah - that would explain it. Otherwise your lucky dip choice isn't too bad at all.

[Narnia]

Any others wish to join?