Big loss ... But not to discredit some of the others such as O'Driscoll, Kearney etc. A couple of decent new signings needed though, if they are hoping to retain the Heineken Cup.
Phillipe and Rocky are two big loss' this season. Johno Sexton is a good player and has the potential to come good but I think we need to add to the squad. Maybe Leinster will put in a bid for Villa?
Sexton makes the backline tick more than Dr Phil did in the last couple of months.Always thought he was a better centre and its where he will play for Toulon. Rocky is a huge loss,but the backrow will have a great season from Sean O Brien next year.Wouldnt be surprised to see Leinster make a move for a big name anyhow.
Yeah big loss, Elsom put in such hugh effort in the heineken cup. Hoped the winning of it this year could have persuaded him to stay.
It really is a strict rule that the Aussie rugby board have re only picking players that play in Australia...It was a good signing all the same, hopefully this will encourage more to come over to up their game, even if it is for 12mth contracts...