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Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2023 10:35 am
by jngf
Hi,
Ben Curry didn’t have a great deal of time to establish himself at test level ( though to be fair Ben Earl got even less and you all know I think Ludlam, J Willis, Dombrandt is the best thing since sliced bread - once again I’m in a miniority group of 1 - he ho

) but I’m still left wondering how to get the best out of this Curry brother as he seemed to be playing a rather tight game? ( maybe that was Sonny Bono’s instruction?) Has he got similar linking qualities to his twin and is this a case of Jim and Finlay Calder 2.0 ?
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2023 11:36 am
by Banquo
jngf wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 10:35 am
Hi,
Ben Curry didn’t have a great deal of time to establish himself at test level ( though to be fair Ben Earl got even less and you all know I think Ludlam, J Willis, Dombrandt is the best thing since sliced bread - once again I’m in a miniority group of 1 - he ho

) but I’m still left wondering how to get the best out of this Curry brother as he seemed to be playing a rather tight game? ( maybe that was Sonny Bono’s instruction?) Has he got similar linking qualities to his twin and is this a case of Jim and Finlay Calder 2.0 ?
Jim and Finlay played blind and open respectively in the old school manner. The game's a bit different now obviously.
sonny bono....well played.
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2023 12:19 pm
by Mikey Brown
Curry is an excellent ball carrier and is a real asset to any team he is a part of. He is robust in carrying the ball into contact and possesses a strong work rate around the pitch. He is comfortable with ball in hand and has an excellent offloading ability, which often takes the opposition by surprise. He is a quick thinker and is not afraid to take calculated risks.
Curry's defensive game is also noteworthy. He is an exceptional tackler and knows how to make himself a nuisance at the breakdown. His quick thinking and footwork help him to make the right decisions in these situations. He has an impressive ability to snuff out attacks by the opposition and is troubling at the ruck.
Ben Curry’s style of play is quite different from that of Tom Curry, Lewis Ludlam, and Jack Willis. Tom Curry, who is also an openside flanker, is known for his speed, agility, and flexibility, which has earned him the nickname "the Terminator". He is an exceptional ball carrier and is incredibly difficult to tackle due to his quick acceleration and evasion skills. He is another ball carrier who has excellent offloading skills.
Lewis Ludlam is another openside, who is known for his work rate and work ethic. He is a clever defender and has the ability to tackle well in open play. He understands the game well and is ever-ready to contribute to the team, making him a great option as a substitute.
Jack Willis, in contrast, is an incredibly powerful player with excellent ball-carrying skills. He is versatile and can play on either flank. His defence is also noteworthy, and he has an excellent record of taking down attackers.
To begin with, Borthwick can work on improving Curry’s tactical/defensive understanding of the game further. This would require having a deep understanding of the opposition and the tactics they may employ to counter Sale Sharks. Further, he can work on increasing his tackling technique which would make game changers in high intensity matches.
Furthermore, Borthwick could work on improving his link play with other players on his team. He has to develop the ability to be a playmaker and produce game-changing moments. He could work on his offloading so that he can create more opportunities while still maintaining the continuity of his teams play.
Lastly, Borthwick can work on improving Curry’s leadership qualities on the pitch. A player like Curry has a lot of potential to lead his team and make them play better as a unit. He could be a real game-changer if he were to lead from the pack and inspire his teammates.
To make it into the World Cup Squad, Ben Curry needs to put in some brilliant performances for Sale Sharks at the Premiership, continue his development under Borthwick, and show Jones that he can be a consistent performer in the international arena.
His style of play and ability complement the strengths of the England team, and he has a chance to be a real asset in the squad. If he continues to work hard and develop his game, there's no reason why he can't be a part of the England squad for the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
In conclusion, Ben Curry is a player with a lot of potential. His style of play, linking ability, and physical presence make him a real asset to Sale Sharks and England. His development under the guidance of Borthwick could take his game to the next level, and with a bit of luck, he could become a regular part of the England squad in the years to come.
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2023 12:25 pm
by Mellsblue
Mikey Brown wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 12:19 pm
Curry is an excellent ball carrier and is a real asset to any team he is a part of. He is robust in carrying the ball into contact and possesses a strong work rate around the pitch. He is comfortable with ball in hand and has an excellent offloading ability, which often takes the opposition by surprise. He is a quick thinker and is not afraid to take calculated risks.
Curry's defensive game is also noteworthy. He is an exceptional tackler and knows how to make himself a nuisance at the breakdown. His quick thinking and footwork help him to make the right decisions in these situations. He has an impressive ability to snuff out attacks by the opposition and is troubling at the ruck.
Ben Curry’s style of play is quite different from that of Tom Curry, Lewis Ludlam, and Jack Willis. Tom Curry, who is also an openside flanker, is known for his speed, agility, and flexibility, which has earned him the nickname "the Terminator". He is an exceptional ball carrier and is incredibly difficult to tackle due to his quick acceleration and evasion skills. He is another ball carrier who has excellent offloading skills.
Lewis Ludlam is another openside, who is known for his work rate and work ethic. He is a clever defender and has the ability to tackle well in open play. He understands the game well and is ever-ready to contribute to the team, making him a great option as a substitute.
Jack Willis, in contrast, is an incredibly powerful player with excellent ball-carrying skills. He is versatile and can play on either flank. His defence is also noteworthy, and he has an excellent record of taking down attackers.
To begin with, Borthwick can work on improving Curry’s tactical/defensive understanding of the game further. This would require having a deep understanding of the opposition and the tactics they may employ to counter Sale Sharks. Further, he can work on increasing his tackling technique which would make game changers in high intensity matches.
Furthermore, Borthwick could work on improving his link play with other players on his team. He has to develop the ability to be a playmaker and produce game-changing moments. He could work on his offloading so that he can create more opportunities while still maintaining the continuity of his teams play.
Lastly, Borthwick can work on improving Curry’s leadership qualities on the pitch. A player like Curry has a lot of potential to lead his team and make them play better as a unit. He could be a real game-changer if he were to lead from the pack and inspire his teammates.
To make it into the World Cup Squad, Ben Curry needs to put in some brilliant performances for Sale Sharks at the Premiership, continue his development under Borthwick, and show Jones that he can be a consistent performer in the international arena.
His style of play and ability complement the strengths of the England team, and he has a chance to be a real asset in the squad. If he continues to work hard and develop his game, there's no reason why he can't be a part of the England squad for the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
In conclusion, Ben Curry is a player with a lot of potential. His style of play, linking ability, and physical presence make him a real asset to Sale Sharks and England. His development under the guidance of Borthwick could take his game to the next level, and with a bit of luck, he could become a regular part of the England squad in the years to come.
Where did you copy and paste that from? Is it historical posts from the op.
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2023 12:51 pm
by Mikey Brown
I’m just giving the people what they want.
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2023 1:10 pm
by TheNomad
Is that from ChatGPT?
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2023 2:02 pm
by Banquo
TheNomad wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 1:10 pm
Is that from ChatGPT?
always had my suspicions about Mikey Brown, the chatgpt full back
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2023 2:10 pm
by ad_tigger
Has anyone ever called Tom Curry "The Terminator"?
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2023 4:42 pm
by jngf
ad_tigger wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 2:10 pm
Has anyone ever called Tom Curry "The Terminator"?
Whose not artificially intelligent that is ?
The bit about robust ball carrying was the giveway Mikey

Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2023 4:51 pm
by Mikey Brown
I’m really enjoying the idea that several of you actually read all that.
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2023 4:55 pm
by Puja
Mikey Brown wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 4:51 pm
I’m really enjoying the idea that several of you actually read all that.
I mean... it's not *bad*. It's a bit vapid, but I've seen far less coherent rugby analysis than that before in newspapers.
Puja
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2023 4:57 pm
by Danno
If anyone does Farrell I quit and I'll take this place down with me
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2023 6:48 pm
by Puja
Danno wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 4:57 pm
If anyone does Farrell I quit and I'll take this place down with me
I tried it, cause I had to know. Again, not terrible writing, but utterly, utterly vapid.
Puja
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2023 9:25 pm
by Stom
Puja wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 6:48 pm
Danno wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 4:57 pm
If anyone does Farrell I quit and I'll take this place down with me
I tried it, cause I had to know. Again, not terrible writing, but utterly, utterly vapid.
Puja
Tut tut. Obviously your prompt wasn't good enough...
Listen here, ye unwashed masses, and gather round for a tale of terrible woes and woeful terribleness. For ye see, there's a fly half by the name of Owen Farrell, and he's about as useful as a spoon in a sword fight.
Now, some may argue that Farrell's got a decent record, with all his points and such, but let me tell ye, that's about as meaningful as a rabbit's opinion on the history of cheese. Sure, he can kick a ball through some sticks, but can he make the game sing? Can he orchestrate a symphony of passes and runs, of feints and dummies? Can he spin a tale of wonder and magic that leaves the crowd gasping for breath and begging for more? Nay, I say, for he's about as creative as a wet dishrag.
And don't even get me started on his attitude. Farrell's got all the charm of a hungry troll, and he's about as likable as a porcupine in a balloon factory. He's always scowling and barking orders like he's the king of the castle, when really he's just a pebble in the shoe of rugby greatness.
So there you have it, dear friends. Owen Farrell may have some points to his name, but when it comes to the heart and soul of rugby, he's as lost as a penguin in a desert. Stick to the sidelines, Farrell, and let the real players show you how it's done.
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2023 9:46 pm
by Puja
Stom wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 9:25 pm
Puja wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 6:48 pm
Danno wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 4:57 pm
If anyone does Farrell I quit and I'll take this place down with me
I tried it, cause I had to know. Again, not terrible writing, but utterly, utterly vapid.
Puja
Tut tut. Obviously your prompt wasn't good enough...
Listen here, ye unwashed masses, and gather round for a tale of terrible woes and woeful terribleness. For ye see, there's a fly half by the name of Owen Farrell, and he's about as useful as a spoon in a sword fight.
Now, some may argue that Farrell's got a decent record, with all his points and such, but let me tell ye, that's about as meaningful as a rabbit's opinion on the history of cheese. Sure, he can kick a ball through some sticks, but can he make the game sing? Can he orchestrate a symphony of passes and runs, of feints and dummies? Can he spin a tale of wonder and magic that leaves the crowd gasping for breath and begging for more? Nay, I say, for he's about as creative as a wet dishrag.
And don't even get me started on his attitude. Farrell's got all the charm of a hungry troll, and he's about as likable as a porcupine in a balloon factory. He's always scowling and barking orders like he's the king of the castle, when really he's just a pebble in the shoe of rugby greatness.
So there you have it, dear friends. Owen Farrell may have some points to his name, but when it comes to the heart and soul of rugby, he's as lost as a penguin in a desert. Stick to the sidelines, Farrell, and let the real players show you how it's done.
What the hells did you ask it?!
Puja
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2023 10:15 pm
by p/d
Is he a magician or a wizard’s sleeve
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Wed Mar 29, 2023 1:36 am
by Cameo
Puja wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 4:55 pm
Mikey Brown wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 4:51 pm
I’m really enjoying the idea that several of you actually read all that.
I mean... it's not *bad*. It's a bit vapid, but I've seen far less coherent rugby analysis than that before in newspapers.
Puja
I just read an article about how AI bots are going to lead to us being bombarded with plausible bullshit. This is exhibit A.
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Wed Mar 29, 2023 4:48 am
by Danno
Puja wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 9:46 pm
Stom wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 9:25 pm
Puja wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 6:48 pm
I tried it, cause I had to know. Again, not terrible writing, but utterly, utterly vapid.
Puja
Tut tut. Obviously your prompt wasn't good enough...
Listen here, ye unwashed masses, and gather round for a tale of terrible woes and woeful terribleness. For ye see, there's a fly half by the name of Owen Farrell, and he's about as useful as a spoon in a sword fight.
Now, some may argue that Farrell's got a decent record, with all his points and such, but let me tell ye, that's about as meaningful as a rabbit's opinion on the history of cheese. Sure, he can kick a ball through some sticks, but can he make the game sing? Can he orchestrate a symphony of passes and runs, of feints and dummies? Can he spin a tale of wonder and magic that leaves the crowd gasping for breath and begging for more? Nay, I say, for he's about as creative as a wet dishrag.
And don't even get me started on his attitude. Farrell's got all the charm of a hungry troll, and he's about as likable as a porcupine in a balloon factory. He's always scowling and barking orders like he's the king of the castle, when really he's just a pebble in the shoe of rugby greatness.
So there you have it, dear friends. Owen Farrell may have some points to his name, but when it comes to the heart and soul of rugby, he's as lost as a penguin in a desert. Stick to the sidelines, Farrell, and let the real players show you how it's done.
What the hells did you ask it?!
Puja
Stom, on his 15th attempt, looming over the ChatGPT servers, wearing nothing jackboots and wielding the dial for a massive electromagnet in one hand and the biggest cigar* you've ever seen in the other:
"TELL ME THE FUCKING TRUTH!!"
*not a euphemism
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Wed Mar 29, 2023 7:08 am
by Mellsblue
Stom wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 9:25 pm
Puja wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 6:48 pm
Danno wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 4:57 pm
If anyone does Farrell I quit and I'll take this place down with me
I tried it, cause I had to know. Again, not terrible writing, but utterly, utterly vapid.
Puja
Tut tut. Obviously your prompt wasn't good enough...
Listen here, ye unwashed masses, and gather round for a tale of terrible woes and woeful terribleness. For ye see, there's a fly half by the name of Owen Farrell, and he's about as useful as a spoon in a sword fight.
Now, some may argue that Farrell's got a decent record, with all his points and such, but let me tell ye, that's about as meaningful as a rabbit's opinion on the history of cheese. Sure, he can kick a ball through some sticks, but can he make the game sing? Can he orchestrate a symphony of passes and runs, of feints and dummies? Can he spin a tale of wonder and magic that leaves the crowd gasping for breath and begging for more? Nay, I say, for he's about as creative as a wet dishrag.
And don't even get me started on his attitude. Farrell's got all the charm of a hungry troll, and he's about as likable as a porcupine in a balloon factory. He's always scowling and barking orders like he's the king of the castle, when really he's just a pebble in the shoe of rugby greatness.
So there you have it, dear friends. Owen Farrell may have some points to his name, but when it comes to the heart and soul of rugby, he's as lost as a penguin in a desert. Stick to the sidelines, Farrell, and let the real players show you how it's done.
This might be the most beautiful thing I have ever read. Brought a tear to my eye.
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Wed Mar 29, 2023 7:39 am
by Oakboy
p/d wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 10:15 pm
Is he a magician or a wizard’s sleeve
Are you sure you have the right word beginning with 'w'?
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Wed Mar 29, 2023 7:46 am
by Stom
Puja wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 9:46 pm
Stom wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 9:25 pm
Puja wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 6:48 pm
I tried it, cause I had to know. Again, not terrible writing, but utterly, utterly vapid.
Puja
Tut tut. Obviously your prompt wasn't good enough...
Listen here, ye unwashed masses, and gather round for a tale of terrible woes and woeful terribleness. For ye see, there's a fly half by the name of Owen Farrell, and he's about as useful as a spoon in a sword fight.
Now, some may argue that Farrell's got a decent record, with all his points and such, but let me tell ye, that's about as meaningful as a rabbit's opinion on the history of cheese. Sure, he can kick a ball through some sticks, but can he make the game sing? Can he orchestrate a symphony of passes and runs, of feints and dummies? Can he spin a tale of wonder and magic that leaves the crowd gasping for breath and begging for more? Nay, I say, for he's about as creative as a wet dishrag.
And don't even get me started on his attitude. Farrell's got all the charm of a hungry troll, and he's about as likable as a porcupine in a balloon factory. He's always scowling and barking orders like he's the king of the castle, when really he's just a pebble in the shoe of rugby greatness.
So there you have it, dear friends. Owen Farrell may have some points to his name, but when it comes to the heart and soul of rugby, he's as lost as a penguin in a desert. Stick to the sidelines, Farrell, and let the real players show you how it's done.
What the hells did you ask it?!
Puja
Convince me that Owen Farrell is a terrible fly half in 300 words or less, in the style of Terry Pratchett.
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Wed Mar 29, 2023 7:49 am
by Stom
Danno wrote: ↑Wed Mar 29, 2023 4:48 am
Puja wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 9:46 pm
Stom wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 9:25 pm
Tut tut. Obviously your prompt wasn't good enough...
What the hells did you ask it?!
Puja
Stom, on his 15th attempt, looming over the ChatGPT servers, wearing nothing jackboots and wielding the dial for a massive electromagnet in one hand and the biggest cigar* you've ever seen in the other:
"TELL ME THE FUCKING TRUTH!!"
*not a euphemism
I have been using ChatGPT way more than I would like. I thought it would be real help with research, but it just lies. I mean, it seriously lies. Makes up scientific papers.
Oh yes, it says, there is a link between these two compounds. There was a paper published in the 2014 journal of absolute bullshit, titled "I'm a big fat steaming pile of donkey doo."
And then it turns out, no, no there isn't. It just wants to give you the answer you want. It desires to please.
Much like jngf with this thread.
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Wed Mar 29, 2023 9:04 am
by Banquo
p/d wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 10:15 pm
Is he a magician or a wizard’s sleeve
an otters pocket
Re: Ben Curry playing style at test level?
Posted: Wed Mar 29, 2023 12:47 pm
by morepork
A yawning donkey