Reader Comments of the Week Friday, November 07, 2008 (12:44:21) Due to the mature response from our loyal readers regarding our firm new stance, the reader comments are back with a bang this week. Our readers were as witty as ever, especially Hammer, who seems to love hogging the headlines. On the Boks opening end-of-year test against Wales on Saturday: “Go King Proteas!” – Posted by Skip1 “Does anyone know what the weather is going to be like come Saturday? Because if I have my predictions right, it's going to be raining tries.” - Posted by sasuperman20 “I just hope we gel because if that's the case we are gonna cause carnage in Cardiff.” – Posted by Hammer “I'm certainly not the biggest PdV fan, but he's at least selected a strong side, with some tried and tested combinations.” – Posted by rickytherocket “Wales gonna see flames!” – Posted by pengaboy “This team brings proud tears to my eyes. (I'm sensitive so what) Those 22 men are Springboks. They bleed green and they win gold. Every single man deserves his jersey, and every single man will wear it with pride. The time of Springbok domination has arrived.” – Posted by frikman, who is clearly in touch with his feminine side. On the article: ‘I will never be conservative’ - PdV: Playing "conservative" has made us World Champions." - Posted by Nightblade "I will never think before I talk either" - PdV." - Posted by Kokkewiet “Only the brave have the balls to face change. The weak will always find a reason to stay in their safe corner. Guys step out of your comfort zone and embrace change and give the man a chance.” – Posted by Mike.Stofile, who sounds scarily like Luke Watson. “The guy is no poker player is he!” – Posted by KiwiJoe, who wouldn’t mind a game against the Bok coach. On Pierre Spies starting ahead of Ryan Kankowksi: “At least Kanko can hold onto a ball if it is wet on Saturday. I mean Spies can't even hold onto a ball in dry conditions.” – Posted by RugbyGal, who is clearly excited by all this talk of holding balls. “RugbyGal don't get your knickers in a knot. Put down your banana and pick up your Bok shirt.” – Posted by BokBF “What does Kanko have to do to start, Spies is the most overrated No 8 there is unless you are a girl from Pretoria.” – Posted by jaapvandiekaap On the article Rose ready to bloom for Boks: “I can't believe Earl Rose is not starting. The kid is a genius and will eclipse the likes of Dan Carter and Jonny Wilkinson. His defence is the best in the business and his decision making is the best I've ever seen for a man so young. His off-field discipline is second to none, showing just how seriously he takes his rugga.” – Posted by steveF, who serves up his best dish of sarcasm. “SteveF is Earl Rose.” - posted Nightblade “Rose is the only good reason I can think of for putting a flower on a green and gold jersey.” – Posted by Blokkies “Even if he blooms he is still not Bok material.” – Posted by SpringbokSarah, who thinks Rose is a bit of a flower. “Gees guys give the man a break! He didn't pick himself for the team. I swear, Bok fans are the most negative in world rugby. I'm sure we've all got the message - i.e. you don't like Rose's selection for the team. Point made, now let the man play and support the team. Who knows, he could surprise everybody.” – Posted by slimsim, who could run for office, watch out Obama! “I just puked on that comment.” – Posted by praat-ek-lusiter, doing his best Luke Watson impersonation. “Dynamite comes in small packages, so do fire crackers.” – Posted by Springbok Ownage, who should wait till Guy Fawkes. “Praat-ek-luister or should I say luister-ek-praat-baie-(edited), why don't you get a brain, a personality and a crap-load of rugby dvds so that you don't sound like a complete plank every time you lay a finger on a keyboard.” – Posted by teebs Where's Earl the Pearl? Must have booked himself on a tour bus for Saturday and Sunday. Take lots of pictures so you can come and show mommy.” – Posted by Hammer, who is a genius when it comes to Reader Comments of the Week. Take a bow, Sir! Pienaar to start at 10: Ruan at flyhalf - Woooohooo, that boy is the future there.” – Posted by Gregglescre “Oh baby! Pienaar! But I thought the South African future would be Steyn at 10. Well Pienaar has some Larkham in him. Time to rise and shine Pienaar.” – Posted by Tr00pa26 “While I am not a fan of PdV I must say that I am thrilled with his decision of Ruan at flyhalf. Can u imagine a pairing between FdP and Pienaar both are outstanding and can compliment one another.” – Posted by Bleeding_green Random goodies: “Sigh, Poor Nokwe. Scores four tries in the previous game against the second strongest opponent the Boks have, and doesn't even make the bench, and you guys complain about Kanko.” – Posted by gron “Praat, it's Spies - Not Spiece, England - Not Enland Jantjes - Not Jnatjes. How do you get time to study for standard 8 and comment on this site.” – Posted by Hammer, who offers extra English lessons after hours. “Maybe the team should be called Multiflora? With Rose and Proteas all in the headline.” – Posted by sharkling “I am desperate for 3 Lions tickets for next year. Either Ellis Park or Loftus. Can anyone help me?” – Posted by RugbyGal “Lol RugbyGal. What will you do for them?” – Posted by Schizo “An English friend I met on this site at the forums section is coming here next year for the tour and we wanna go watch one test.” – Posted by RugbyGal "An English friend I met on this site"…When did this become a dating service website?” – Posted by Luway On Smit at tighthead: “I just can’t see John shine at prop as much as I think he is a good captain his days might be over. He has no option but to move to second choice hooker. We just now need to choose a consistent captain.” – Posted by BokInUK “He might not be the best front-rower, but he is a great leader and captain!” – Posted by kabous “I was just thinking about the same thong. Smit is much better at throwing in than Bismarck.” – posted by fef1, who can’t get the Thong Song out of his head. “fef, forget about the thong let’s think rugby.” – Posted by Vaste6 “I think Smit's gonna be just fine and dandy at tighthead.” – Posted by Schizo Smit is a legend. No one should doubt his ability or commitment. Let’s just see how he goes on Saturday, then decide.” – Posted by sibarlow100 “Wow, how good is Bismarck? He’s still a green, in green and gold, and already breaking records.” – Posted by jac77 “Most people are expecting him to fold but I think he is a fantastic player that should have no problem playing anywhere in the front row.” – Posted by Bleeding_green On the picture of Smit running with Burger (above): “Picture looks like Burger says: “is that Luke over there?” – Posted by botsbok “Burger tells Smitty: “I told you yesterday in the pub already, that you will feel the consequences of the Welsh beer in the next training session.” – Posted by forgottenplayer “The picture of Smit looks he ate all the pies.” – Posted by jaapvandiekaap Jean de Villiers wins WP’s Player’s Player of the Year: “That's Cheeky. I would have thought that Luke would have got the award. He’s probably gonna puke on the Blue and white now as well.” – Posted by Hammer “Province actually needs 14 more like him.” – Posted by hammer “I am not currently ready and I’m not gay plus it’s probably not physically possible but I would happily carry Jean’s children. That’s how much I like this man.” – Posted by RagingBull, with the most disturbing comment of the week. “I didn't know Nataniel also comments on this site.” – Posted by Hammer. Yes Hammer, Nataniel loves watching rugby. “I love this guy. Base my life on his teachings. Intercept King!” – Posted by tr00pa26 “Who else thinks that Luke probably voted for himself as Player of the Year?” – Posted by slevin, who probably votes for himself too whenever he gets the chance. “Was there ever any doubt?” – Posted by SpringbokSarah, who clearly has a crush on Jean’s ‘talent’ SARugby.com’s favourite reader comment of the week: “That's Cheeky. I would have thought that Luke would have got the award. He’s probably gonna puke on the Blue and white now as well.” – Posted by Hammer A close second: “RugbyGal don't get your knickers in a knot. Put down your banana and pick up your Bok shirt.” – Posted by BokBF Bronze medal: “Where's Earl the Pearl? Must have booked himself on a tour bus for Saturday and Sunday. Take lots of pictures so you can come and show mommy.” – Posted by Hammer *What was your favourite reader comment this week? Content received from: SARugby.com, http://www.sarugby.com/news