Robinson doubt.....

craftynick · Post by **craftynick** » Wed Feb 21, 2007 6:06 pm

Jason Robinson has handed England a major injury scare just three days before their RBS Six Nations clash with Ireland.

The versatile winger, who has scored three tries in two Tests since coming out of international retirement, was taken to a doctor on Wednesday after taking a blow to his shoulder.

England bosses are now awaiting the verdict of their medical staff, and coach Mike Ford admitted they cannot guarantee Robinson's presence at Croke Park.

"Jason just got a bit of a knock on his shoulder. He's gone off to see the doctor," he confirmed at the squad's Bath University training camp.

"We don't know how he is at this stage but hopefully he'll be okay."

Robinson's form has been integral to England's winning start to the 2007 Six Nations Championship, with tries arriving at crucial moments against Scotland and Italy.

His brace against Scotland ensured England took control at a time when the match hung in the balance, while his touchdown against the Azzurri proved to be the hosts' only try.

England boss Brian Ashton will be desperate to have his deadliest finisher fit in the tight surroundings of Croke Park, where opportunities are likely to be at a premium.

wouldnt that a be pity

Antrim Hills · Post by **Antrim Hills** » Wed Feb 21, 2007 10:32 pm

Looking at it from a rugby standpoint (as opposed to any "YaaBoo" factor),
I'm not convinced that Robinson is back to his his old self. I watched him VERY carefully in the Scotland game - he was all over the place in the first 20-25 mins., especially when the Scots put kicks behind him. Just when it looked like they had his self-confidnce in the nut-cracker, Scotland conceded a soft try in the corner, scored by guess who.

ANYONE who gets over the line in an international gets my respect, but, shall we say, this one was not one of the more difficult. BUT the effect on Roginson was immense and, more to the point, also on the England team. When you're playing sh*te and sneak a try, it's a great feeling.

Next match he was ordinary enough, but again, he got a wee dash near the corner with not too much to do.

Now, Ashton has at least recognised (unfortunately) that Robinson is not a full-back, but even at his best position, he has yet to be tested in big-boy company, and I was (still am) looking forward to him trying to cope with a ball behind him with Shaggie breathing down his neck.

Strettle played at Ravers and has lots of gas. He's at that stage where the fear of a 6N debut probably won't occur to him. There's something in the English psche that gets them over that hurdle.

So, I think that it would not be a bad thing if Jason's neck got better.
At least we wouldn't have to listen to Brian Moore using it as an excuse.
Maybe the Beeb think it's OK to have a wall-eyed commentator from one of the nations, but I doubt if anyone other than an Englishman would get away with the nationalist bias that Moore spouts.

But hey, here I am getting all excited. Must be near match day.

Just noticed that Monsieur Jutge is whilstling on Saturday. Last time I saw him in action it was the Llanelli game at Ravers and I was NOT impressed. With Wilkinson on the pitch England's opponents cannot afford to get pinged unnecessarily. With Jutge, I don't think the players know how his mind works.

Harold7 · Post by **Harold7** » Thu Feb 22, 2007 12:49 am

Antrim Hills you'll be pleased to know that you won't have to listen to Eddie Butler and Brian Moore as BBC NI are covering the game with Jim Neilly and T-Bone.

Setanta · Post by **Setanta** » Thu Feb 22, 2007 9:07 am

Don't knock Brian Moore - Thank him - Gusher sent the tape of his interview down and the team enjoyed it - now Eddie doesn't have to give an incentive speech - they're already fired up!!

pwrmoore · Post by **pwrmoore** » Thu Feb 22, 2007 10:00 am

back to the subject of this thread - I've always had my doubts about Jason Robinson

Rooster · Post by **Rooster** » Thu Feb 22, 2007 10:05 am

Similar to our own Maxwell, great at finishing in an open space but put in a bit of traffic and he dances around and goes nowhere except on his Brennan, and suspect in a defensive mode. As Antrim Hills said you would rather have Robinson on the pitch than them pull in that Strettle lad.

fozzie · Post by **fozzie** » Thu Feb 22, 2007 10:13 am

I knew I should have left the transfers on my fantasy league team to friday afternoon

mikerob · Post by **mikerob** » Thu Feb 22, 2007 10:37 am

Rooster wrote:Similar to our own Maxwell, great at finishing in an open space but put in a bit of traffic and he dances around and goes nowhere except on his ar$e, and suspect in a defensive mode. As Antrim Hills said you would rather have Robinson on the pitch than them pull in that Strettle lad.

Does Strettle have a boot on him? I saw him play for Quins v Connacht but I can't recall what his kicking was like.

JR's kicking isn't up to much so if he is playing, I can see ROG booting it down his wing to make some yards.

Setanta · Post by **Setanta** » Thu Feb 22, 2007 3:05 pm

Stringer in Boss out Robinson out strettle in - I think England gain on both counts.

colinh · Post by **colinh** » Fri Feb 23, 2007 1:41 pm

Yer man cannot half shift:

browner · Post by **browner** » Fri Feb 23, 2007 1:46 pm

We cannot afford to fall off tackles on this guy.............seriously quick.

Jackie Brown · Post by **Jackie Brown** » Fri Feb 23, 2007 1:48 pm

Plus he knows what direction to go in, unlike shuffle alot Robinson.

AndyB · Post by **AndyB** » Fri Feb 23, 2007 2:06 pm

ROG should test him with a high ball early doors. Give a him a clattering and see if he's still up for it then.

Jackie Brown · Post by **Jackie Brown** » Fri Feb 23, 2007 3:33 pm

Don't worry Andy. I'm sure ROG will spend all evening kicking the ball straight to Strettle and Lewsey.

Rooster · Post by **Rooster** » Fri Feb 23, 2007 4:34 pm

Jackie Brown wrote:Don't worry Andy. I'm sure ROG will spend all evening kicking the ball straight to Strettle and Lewsey.

Feckin smart one that will be as he will be back to where Ronan kicked it from before he even notices, that Strettle lad is far more dangerous with the ball in hand than Robinson ever was, I hope that Comical eddie has done his homework on him.
Andyb it won't worry him in the slightest if he gets clattered, he's not another Tait