'It does not make sense'.WALES' decision not to field their strongest side for Sunday's clash with New Zealand New Zealand (zē`lənd), island country (2005 est. pop. 4,035,000), 104,454 sq mi (270,534 sq km), in the S Pacific Ocean, over 1,000 mi (1,600 km) SE of Australia. The capital is Wellington; the largest city and leading port is Auckland. has been condemned by John Scott There are many people who have been called John Scott: Politicians
The Echo columnist, a long-time critic of Welsh coach Steve Hansen's selection policy, has warned it could backfire badly on Wales, who are expected to face England in the quarter-finals. 'England, France, Australia and New Zealand have the strength in depth to make multiple changes, but Wales don't,' said Scott. 'And for a side who have not been playing that well not to field their strongest available team against opponents like the All Blacks  The All Blacks are New Zealand's national rugby union team. Rugby union is New Zealand's national sport. simply doesn't make sense. 'You want your best players performing in big games, so why is Gareth Thomas on the bench? 'Perhaps I've missed something here, but I can't for the life of me see how this selection is going to help Wales either on Sunday or the following week.' |
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