Thursday, April 21, 2011
Richard Kahui's two big hits against the Crusaders
There's been so much talk about the strength of the New Zealand midfield of late that certain players can get slightly overlooked. One of those guys stuck his hand up on the weekend, or rather his shoulders, in an attempt to get back on the radar.
This was one of those eventful matches where lots happened and plenty could be posted from it here on RD. You already saw the nice piece of sportsmanship from Corey Flynn earlier in the week, and there was a bit of a fight too, but for now we'll take a look at two big tackles.
While Conrad Smith and Ma'a Nonu are more than likely first choice All Blacks based on past exploits, the form of Sonny Bill Williams and Robbie Fruean could mean that they are the heirs apparent. It's easy to forget that there are also other massive talents waiting in the wings too, namely Luke McAlister of the Blues, and Richard Kahui of the Chiefs.
Kahui, who has been hampered by his bad run of injuries, was up against Williams and Fruean on the weekend. He matched them for physicality, letting everyone know that he's still around and very much fighting for a World Cup spot, whether in midfield or even on the wing.
While the first hit in this clip is possibly a bit questionable, it came out of nowhere so looked great. He then followed it up directly afterwards with a great tackle on flanker George Whitelock. Two big hits that added to the intensity of the game, and are well worth seeing.
Time: 01:12
Posted at 2:23 pm | 28 comments
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Anonymous April 21, 2011 1:30 pm
Anonymous April 21, 2011 1:56 pm
Mike April 21, 2011 2:19 pm
Anonymous April 21, 2011 2:39 pm
Anonymous April 21, 2011 2:41 pm
Guy April 21, 2011 2:45 pm
Anonymous April 21, 2011 2:50 pm
Or maybe he just didn't bother for the sake of not bothering, but I know I've been in a similar situation and kept my arm down. It sounds a bit counterproductive but can be the right decision.
Douglas April 21, 2011 2:55 pm
jimmymc April 21, 2011 3:13 pm
we will lend you a decent front 5 fwd in return.
Von April 21, 2011 3:28 pm
Second one's an absolute beauty!!
No.7 April 21, 2011 3:35 pm
Second one was textbook
ehh April 21, 2011 4:04 pm
Anonymous April 21, 2011 4:14 pm
Anonymous April 21, 2011 8:27 pm
Really hope for the best and no injurys.
Alexander April 21, 2011 9:14 pm
Anonymous April 21, 2011 10:27 pm
Nicko April 22, 2011 4:20 am
Anonymous April 22, 2011 6:00 am
If not for his bad run of injuries i.m.o he'd have been the incumbent 13 for a few years already. Has the defensive brain of smith, regularly puts in shots as seen here, runs very good lines and has the speed of a winger. If given the chance he'd make a lethal combo with SBW
Jono April 22, 2011 6:09 am
Anonymous April 22, 2011 12:32 pm
Anonymous April 22, 2011 12:39 pm
sweetdick April 22, 2011 1:22 pm
Anonymous April 22, 2011 2:09 pm
I think you might have been watching a different video from the rest of us!
Von April 23, 2011 9:08 am
No. Jono makes this point on every post about a tackle. And he's right - the rules only say you have to *attempt* to wrap your arms round the ball-carrier. In this case Kahui wasn't able to wrap his arms because his team-mate's tackle had moved the ball-carrier's body position.
Jono April 26, 2011 11:37 pm
It says in the lawbook that a player must attempt to grasp the other player in some way.
Just attempt, not succeed, and it says nothing about wrapping or getting the arms around. That's some weird obsession with British rugby fans for some reason.
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