I agree. I'm Irish and as much as we hate to see England do well I was delighted for him to win a world Cup medal. If ever a player deserved one it was him!
As a french lad I'll say it how it is: Jonny is the perfect example of what a rugby player should be: tough on the field but always playing with respect and with no ill intention. A warm kind hearted gentleman that I loved watching growing up. Nice to hear from him!
As long as a rugby player upholds the values of the game the rest is your personality and media hogwash, a rugby player shouldn't be like anyone they are human beings with different personalities get off your fucking high horse !!
Always got so much time to hear Jonny's opinion, he's almost a bit in his own world with how clearly obsessed he is with the game even now he's retired. It's just great.
I’m welsh but love Jonny! He is the yoda of rugby, love listening to him! May the force be with you, let it flow with creativity and courage! Common wales!
What an absolute gem of a gentleman, Jonny Wilkinson. Growing up seeing him score every kick against us in Ireland makes that hard to say but it's the truth.
Really glad we’re starting to hear more from Jonny nowadays. An untapped well of knowledge and even more respectable because he doesn’t just talk for the sake of it.
The perfect professional. Tough on the pitch. Cared more about getting the job done than social media. Comes across so humble. So much respect for this man.
This guy has gone from Luke Skywalker to old obi wan kenobi and its epic. I remember his drop goal in 2003 to basically getting us to the final single handed in 2007 saw that changing of the guard with Farrell in the Heineken cup final. Class to see him working with all the younger england 10s
Very interesting. His take on social media and it's impact on the Psyche of the users resonates deeply. I hope the Simmonds brother's listen to Jonny and force their way into the England squad, because I truly believe they would improve the team.
Agreed, but I fear that when the rugby public want something and it’s put out over the media, Eddie Jones digs his heels in. He won’t be told who to pick
@@juanhunglow2220 I think that my point was that maybe by following Wilko's theory of doing it for themselves rather than the public, the sheer brilliance of their abilities might just make them an irresistible force. One can hope. I take your point about Eddie being stubborn but the one thing that he treasures above all is winning
I love JW, I'll never forget the '03 WC squad and every game he, Jonno, Dayglo, Back, Balsh (The Gas) et al contributed towards a successful and inspirational dynasty. But as great a player as JW was, as great a spokesperson for the morals and ideologies he championed as drivers for his own accomplishments, you could spend from now until the end of time asking him what made him great, what drove him and what he would pass onto the next JW...and all you'd get is sanscript metaphysical piggledewink. I mean no disrespect to JW. Only its taken 2 decades for him to comprehend his own thought-action-consequence process, to subjectively sit back and analyse what made him as good as he was, and hypothetically ask him, "What advice would you give your younger self". And still, the same as asking him in this video, "Would you take the most accomplished player on paper and pen Joe Simmons in Premiership as one of your Lions Flyhalves...? Borderline Scientology-esque rambling bollocks. A crying shame from one of the top 2 10s of all time...
No it was Johnny being Johnny and refusing to bring Joe Simmonds down by needlessly pointing out a trivial flaw but inspiring him to keep working. Sounds baseless, I went there too, but Johnny is genuine, like a rugby Jedi, refusing to chart anyone's path for them, even being egoless enough to accept people will reach out to.him when they are ready. I'm better off having watched that
@@benjaminnel8864 if that 2003 team had lost they probably have been worse. That England team were gutted but unfortunately believed there own hype and shot there load against the all blacks. Still think if we had started marler we would have won it would of gone to extra time
@@benjaminnel8864 that’s not arrogance that’s frustration. About getting to the pinnacle of your career and not turning up. Much respect to SA and I’m not saying they wouldn’t of won on the day regardless but England blew it they were awful and played within themselves. They should be furious. Jesus if England celebrate they’re arrogant, if they loose in the wrong manner they’re arrogant.
"Working on someone else works for no one. Working on yourself works for every one. Not, “What does the couch need from me?” Rather, seeing someone fully engaged, in their element, and looking like they’re in absolute joy; a deep engagement of what they’re doing. When you get busy following your passion, engaging deeply in what you’re doing it’s inspiring for everyone." Massive take on how to be inspirational.
Jonny Wilkinson was one of the best rugby players ever to grace the field. So decisive. When asked which one of four players he would pick for the Lions he hums and hahs then picks all four 😊 Great interview from a very humble and well respected man.
From a Welshman Wilkinson always comes across as the most humble honest down to earth intelligent English rugby player past and present that I’ve ever heard speak. He’s so right in what he says regarding player expression on a pitch but sadly I do think in today’s game talent is actually being coached out of young players with a robot mentality.. I miss the days of total heads up rugby 🏉
Jonny is a true national hero, no doubt. I have huge admiration for him and what he has done. But he certainly never looked like he was enjoying it. He analysed every single thing to distraction. His advice to Simmons almost seems to be what he feels he should have done, rather than being SO self-critical.
As a Scot, even I have to say JW is THE man! The bit at the end, where he was talking about just playing each game to the full, as if it was your last - do you think that's what Big Jim was thinking when looking for the next guy to brawl with?!!
There's no need to be so harsh but as an Irishman Sexton is not pickable, he is at the stage or even 10months ago of passing the shirt on and helping younger/inexperienced player to come in for Ireland. I believe lions squad are picked on a number of reasons experience, good form, hungry players, technically good and warhorses but also it's based on how the coach wants the team to play so it might not be players we believe should be there. Having said all that Sexton would be a great driving force behind 1 and possibly 2 no.10's during the tour. He is so driven to win and technically good which might rub of on other players. Contradiction , yes! it's always done to personal opinion. Lol
If the lions tour was in a couple of years I'd agree with you. I think he is and should be in the mix this year. Ran that irish team very well against the English and Scotland.
@@pilgrim3387 haha I'd have to agree with you now as I can't see many 10's holding their hand up and Sexton has kicked well but I did write that last over a month ago and I still stand by the fact he has lost the physical side and no pace but he kicks better then most at the moment.
@@pegan1050 I don't agree with that. He did some serious tackling against the English also helping to hold up some players for choke tackle. I can't see how you think he has no pace when he managed the running ragged of that English team. I definitely wouldn't say any of those other outhalfs are any better than sexton and that's why I think he should absolutely be in the mix for selection.
@@pilgrim3387 I agreed with you that he should be in the mix based on the last few games and form , he possibly would have a good tour. But his race is nearing the end and he has hit a purple patch but come the new season he will struggle with form, injury and I will argue that his decline started last year as with any player of any sport coming to the end of their careers. He and the coaches need to accept that.......
I think Johnny is a genius. He was apparently extreme in training and pushed himself to the extreme on the field but when he speaks he sees the grey area in everything and is very thoughtful in his approach to each topic. He assesses everything in my opinion the way things should be assessed.
Interesting video as JW is a deep thinker about the game albeit reluctant to give short clear answers. Re the Lions 10 he is absolutely right that you need to decide your game plan before selecting players to execute plan. IMHO we should not try a forwards,territory domination plan suitable for Farrell, Biggar, etc, as that would play into Boks hands so we start with Russell at 10 to take them on with open rugby
Not sure Gatland has every played that type of rugby! I'd expect him to lay out a team to match them physically, then find a point of difference in the back 3. Not sure there's time in a tour to develop a heads up attacking style. Certainly not with Gats.
Look Farrell shouldn't even be on tour in my opinion why the fuck try forcing him into 10 12 . Not good enough .. Finn Russell defo should be starting 10
@@cyowens834 : Farrell plays at 12 because Wilkinson did before him and worked. England can surely find a better centre partnership than Farrell/Slade,the player resources are there, but a kicker more reliable than Farrell is harder to find. However, to say Russell is the answer for the Lions, is too early. If Ford, Sexton or Biggar find rich form again, or Sheedy develops further, there are a lot of options for Mr Gatland to choose from. Russell has his own baggage, so to speak, his long spat with his coaching staff, for example.
@@philipmarsden7104 I'm talking BRITISH lions . .not England . .BUT I offered my opinion .. .no more no less . If gets picked at 12 with so many better centres I would be unhappy with that but that's Gats and his team's choice not mine . If I asked 2000 BRITISH lions fans .would have ta thousand different 15 . Prob more English from England fans more Welsh from Wales fans. More Scottish and more Irish from their fans . But I would think most would disagree with Farrell being best 12 . .if not good enough at 10 not good enough to start test . That's my opinion .but only my opinion
I wonder whether Farrell will be brought into 12 again and Russell will swap with Sexton for the 10 role. Ford needs to be in contention as well surely
Russell won't get near the test team. Gatland isn't going to have a free flowing attacking game plan for SA. Tight, controlled, basic. Farrell, Biggar, Sexton are his only options I think.
always came across as a great guy and an all time great on the pitch but in the context of analysis he just sits on the fence unwilling to offend anyone. which is fine but would love to actually see him select and commit to a lions 10 and not just call them all out. still, loads respect to him.
Against South Africa you probably want a Sexton/Farrell/Biggar-type fly half as opposed to a Russell/Ford-type one, although in 1997 we won with Townsend and Guscott in the midfield, who were geniuses. The problem is that the current form of Sexton and Farrell stinks.
I think you're right. Gatland doesn't want flair and creative attacking. He wants precision and processes in attack and defence. He knows who he can get that from. I don't think he'll be overly concerned with form. He knows what he can get out of certain players for 3 tests when the pressure is on. I wouldn't be surprised if he took Simmonds into a training camp to see him for himself.
@@rob.1 Possibly why his Waikato team failed to win a match this year. Gatland's time is past - the game favours attacking rugby; and thus far he seems incapable of changing. If he doesn't pick Russell, the Lions will face the same fate as England in the World Cup Final - Farrell losing his head and losing by 20.
You must remember, sports men are human and every body has an off day. Someone told me once you learn nothing from winning you only learn when you lose. Just make sure you don't lose to often.
Could Mr Wilkinson perhaps teach Mr Farrell how to tackle using his arms and not his shoulder , and what a constitutes a late tackle. You never ever saw Jonny trying to take peoples heads off and having petulant little temper tantrums on the field , perhaps that is to big a ask from the great man.
as an english supporter, its Bigger at 10 atm. Not as 'playmaking' as finn or ford, doesn't have the leadership credentials of Faz and Sexton, but lets be honest, even if his baseline is lower then the rest of them, he is and has been consistant for years now, Finn and sexton are a roll of the dice every game, Faz and ford haven't been playing well for well over a year now. It's got to be him as things stand
@@willmesa34 they'd defo switch it up between Ford-Russel-Farrell. but of course gatland would be so wales-adamant, biggar would snooze his way into the squad..
If i had to choose a list of 10s in my personal pecking order, it'd be: Ford, Russell, Farrell, Hastings (if he adds more current game time), Simmonds, Biggar, Sexton (on most recent form)
Let's be fair on present form you wouldnt include Farrell in the lions tour party! At least 6 better 10s and a dozen or so centres better! It's not even as if hes an inspirational player or leader!
Biggar over Russell any day, specially against the Boks. Strikes the ball better, defends better, better in the air. Unless Anscombe makes some miraculous recovery.
Personally I think #10 is a problem position for the lions and not because its an embarrasment of riches. Sexton has a few too many miles on the clock and his aggressive defence leaves him vulnerable to injury, Biggar has big game management but he does not get the line going and Finn Russel is maybe a bit too attacking and can be a liability. On the assumption that the #10 will also be the main goal kicker and points are gonna be hard to come by I would go for Farrell (would not play him at center) and then if the game opens up or the lions need to chase the game then bring on Russel. A leftfield pick could be callum sheedy after his cameo versus england.
Wilkinson is such a thoughtful guy and a wonderful rugby player . Lots of respect for him
People forget he was flint tough as well. He was like Bryan Robson. His courage shortened his career. Huge respect from South Wales.
A REAL Rugby Guru.
@@simonevans6512 great point
I agree. I'm Irish and as much as we hate to see England do well I was delighted for him to win a world Cup medal. If ever a player deserved one it was him!
invaluable mentorship
As a french lad I'll say it how it is: Jonny is the perfect example of what a rugby player should be: tough on the field but always playing with respect and with no ill intention. A warm kind hearted gentleman that I loved watching growing up. Nice to hear from him!
As long as a rugby player upholds the values of the game the rest is your personality and media hogwash, a rugby player shouldn't be like anyone they are human beings with different personalities get off your fucking high horse !!
@@TexasMoscows your a bit too mad but I do agree with your point
Always got so much time to hear Jonny's opinion, he's almost a bit in his own world with how clearly obsessed he is with the game even now he's retired. It's just great.
He’s seen the matrix of rugby
He waffles too much, not much opinion in this piece at all! Too much fence sitting
I’m welsh but love Jonny! He is the yoda of rugby, love listening to him! May the force be with you, let it flow with creativity and courage! Common wales!
What an absolute gem of a gentleman, Jonny Wilkinson. Growing up seeing him score every kick against us in Ireland makes that hard to say but it's the truth.
Same as.
What a player.
jim hamilton is doing a great job in the rugby media, cant get enough of his interviews and insight. Also wilkinson is a class act as always.
Really glad we’re starting to hear more from Jonny nowadays. An untapped well of knowledge and even more respectable because he doesn’t just talk for the sake of it.
The perfect professional. Tough on the pitch. Cared more about getting the job done than social media. Comes across so humble. So much respect for this man.
My god that was enriching, engaging and all round pure class. He was better at cricket at school btw...unbelieveable talent.
What a great person to have on your phone for a chat and someone to talk things though
This was brilliant. So many little pieces of gold in this interview.
I was only a kid when Wilkinson played but he was my favourite player by miles. He was like a superhero
F*** it, let's bring Wilkinson to South Africa at 10.
yeah mate, he's still the best 10 out of the northern hemisphere, maybe the world, up there no doubt.
@@johne6479 🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@johne6479 2nd best flyhalf of all time after you know who😉🇳🇿
What a smart guy. Impossible to dislike him.
I know, even as a Welsh fan, I really like him! He's inspirational.
Would love to see him involved with the Lions.
@@jamesdavies9088 Is that you, Cubby, or is it just the same name? Joking aside, I second that, word for word.
He's quite boring though
Is there a human who didn't like him? I don't think so. Its impossible.
Johnny is deep great to hear him still passionate, he is so spot on
This guy has gone from Luke Skywalker to old obi wan kenobi and its epic. I remember his drop goal in 2003 to basically getting us to the final single handed in 2007 saw that changing of the guard with Farrell in the Heineken cup final. Class to see him working with all the younger england 10s
Very interesting. His take on social media and it's impact on the Psyche of the users resonates deeply.
I hope the Simmonds brother's listen to Jonny and force their way into the England squad, because I truly believe they would improve the team.
Agreed, but I fear that when the rugby public want something and it’s put out over the media, Eddie Jones digs his heels in. He won’t be told who to pick
@@juanhunglow2220 I think that my point was that maybe by following Wilko's theory of doing it for themselves rather than the public, the sheer brilliance of their abilities might just make them an irresistible force. One can hope. I take your point about Eddie being stubborn but the one thing that he treasures above all is winning
His answer about Simmonds - was either the longest insult or the deepest piece of advice. Either way I think Eddie should try him out!
Hahaha I think he said he was somewhat uninspiring and needs to stand out more by focusing on aspects of the game that he can really shine.
I love JW, I'll never forget the '03 WC squad and every game he, Jonno, Dayglo, Back, Balsh (The Gas) et al contributed towards a successful and inspirational dynasty. But as great a player as JW was, as great a spokesperson for the morals and ideologies he championed as drivers for his own accomplishments, you could spend from now until the end of time asking him what made him great, what drove him and what he would pass onto the next JW...and all you'd get is sanscript metaphysical piggledewink. I mean no disrespect to JW. Only its taken 2 decades for him to comprehend his own thought-action-consequence process, to subjectively sit back and analyse what made him as good as he was, and hypothetically ask him, "What advice would you give your younger self". And still, the same as asking him in this video, "Would you take the most accomplished player on paper and pen Joe Simmons in Premiership as one of your Lions Flyhalves...? Borderline Scientology-esque rambling bollocks. A crying shame from one of the top 2 10s of all time...
No it was Johnny being Johnny and refusing to bring Joe Simmonds down by needlessly pointing out a trivial flaw but inspiring him to keep working. Sounds baseless, I went there too, but Johnny is genuine, like a rugby Jedi, refusing to chart anyone's path for them, even being egoless enough to accept people will reach out to.him when they are ready. I'm better off having watched that
Great interview. What a top bloke Mr Wilkinson.
If you were an English fly half, you’d have him on speed dial and constantly sapping him for advice and tips.
Yeah but the current england team are arrogant arseholes, you saw the way they received their runners up medals at the world cup
@@benjaminnel8864 if that 2003 team had lost they probably have been worse. That England team were gutted but unfortunately believed there own hype and shot there load against the all blacks. Still think if we had started marler we would have won it would of gone to extra time
@@jamestaylor841 yeah, I mean *if* cheslin Kolbe got the ball more we could've put more on yous
I bet he is somewhat expensive though!
@@benjaminnel8864 that’s not arrogance that’s frustration. About getting to the pinnacle of your career and not turning up. Much respect to SA and I’m not saying they wouldn’t of won on the day regardless but England blew it they were awful and played within themselves. They should be furious. Jesus if England celebrate they’re arrogant, if they loose in the wrong manner they’re arrogant.
"Working on someone else works for no one.
Working on yourself works for every one.
Not, “What does the couch need from me?”
Rather, seeing someone fully engaged, in their element, and looking like they’re in absolute joy; a deep engagement of what they’re doing.
When you get busy following your passion, engaging deeply in what you’re doing it’s inspiring for everyone." Massive take on how to be inspirational.
Jonny Wilkinson was one of the best rugby players ever to grace the field. So decisive. When asked which one of four players he would pick for the Lions he hums and hahs then picks all four 😊 Great interview from a very humble and well respected man.
I could listen to Johnny all day, fantastic interview
I would love to see Finn Russell pulling some mad shit in the Lions tour, please Warren!!!!
Another good interview/discussion with Jim Hamilton. I've watched a couple now and I think the lad's doing well tbh.
Such a legend. Johnny is a class act and it shows you some of the reasons he achieved all he has. A fine mind
Fantastic to listen too what England would do to have him back in the 10shirt
So grounded rugby and the world need more of him
JW always has something interesting to say. He sees things differently to the norm and I really like that, plus a true gentleman
The mindset and attention to detail in his craft by this guy is incredible only a small handful of athletes in history have his mindset
When Brian O'Driscoll remarks he's never met someone like JW you know he's special.
Love listening to Jonny. Deep thinker.
100%. I loved his comments about joy not being a smile but being pure involvement in your own craft.
@@joeboonmusic4004 Some deep shit that
Mr. Wilkinson should provide a wider public service sharing his life experience, wisdom and thoughts, we’d all be in a better place 🙂
Great listening to such wisdom from a phenomenal player.
From a Welshman Wilkinson always comes across as the most humble honest down to earth intelligent English rugby player past and present that I’ve ever heard speak. He’s so right in what he says regarding player expression on a pitch but sadly I do think in today’s game talent is actually being coached out of young players with a robot mentality.. I miss the days of total heads up rugby 🏉
Jonny is a true national hero, no doubt. I have huge admiration for him and what he has done. But he certainly never looked like he was enjoying it. He analysed every single thing to distraction. His advice to Simmons almost seems to be what he feels he should have done, rather than being SO self-critical.
100 and 10% pure class. Amazing talent. I hope he is happy now.
As a Scot, even I have to say JW is THE man! The bit at the end, where he was talking about just playing each game to the full, as if it was your last - do you think that's what Big Jim was thinking when looking for the next guy to brawl with?!!
Most of the greats are truly humble... Legend
More pearls of wisdom from the great man himself. ...awesome bloke
What a legend. My all time favourite (non-South African) flyhalf.
There's no need to be so harsh but as an Irishman Sexton is not pickable, he is at the stage or even 10months ago of passing the shirt on and helping younger/inexperienced player to come in for Ireland.
I believe lions squad are picked on a number of reasons experience, good form, hungry players, technically good and warhorses but also it's based on how the coach wants the team to play so it might not be players we believe should be there.
Having said all that Sexton would be a great driving force behind 1 and possibly 2 no.10's during the tour. He is so driven to win and technically good which might rub of on other players. Contradiction , yes! it's always done to personal opinion. Lol
If the lions tour was in a couple of years I'd agree with you. I think he is and should be in the mix this year. Ran that irish team very well against the English and Scotland.
@@pilgrim3387 haha I'd have to agree with you now as I can't see many 10's holding their hand up and Sexton has kicked well but I did write that last over a month ago and I still stand by the fact he has lost the physical side and no pace but he kicks better then most at the moment.
@@pegan1050 I don't agree with that. He did some serious tackling against the English also helping to hold up some players for choke tackle. I can't see how you think he has no pace when he managed the running ragged of that English team. I definitely wouldn't say any of those other outhalfs are any better than sexton and that's why I think he should absolutely be in the mix for selection.
@@pilgrim3387 I agreed with you that he should be in the mix based on the last few games and form , he possibly would have a good tour. But his race is nearing the end and he has hit a purple patch but come the new season he will struggle with form, injury and I will argue that his decline started last year as with any player of any sport coming to the end of their careers. He and the coaches need to accept that.......
@@pilgrim3387 England were very poor this 6 Natiins.
Johnny Wilkinson aka England’s greatest rugby son. The man who delivered England’s 1 & only RWC🏆
Profound, brilliant interview.
I think Johnny is a genius. He was apparently extreme in training and pushed himself to the extreme on the field but when he speaks he sees the grey area in everything and is very thoughtful in his approach to each topic. He assesses everything in my opinion the way things should be assessed.
Russel is definitely the form fly half at the moment and it would be great to see him in the 10 jersey.
Wouldnt say that.i would pick Sexton.
Interesting video as JW is a deep thinker about the game albeit reluctant to give short clear answers. Re the Lions 10 he is absolutely right that you need to decide your game plan before selecting players to execute plan. IMHO we should not try a forwards,territory domination plan suitable for Farrell, Biggar, etc, as that would play into Boks hands so we start with Russell at 10 to take them on with open rugby
Not sure Gatland has every played that type of rugby!
I'd expect him to lay out a team to match them physically, then find a point of difference in the back 3.
Not sure there's time in a tour to develop a heads up attacking style. Certainly not with Gats.
Legend ✌🇳🇿
sounds like hes talking about Finn Russel at the end there?
Fin is head and shoulders above Farrel at this point
Yeah it's not even a debate. What he's doing in France is unreal
And they're both way ahead of sexton. Pains me to say it but he's shot
Very interesting, but I think he answered the fly-half question in his explanation (around 9m 30s in): Finn Russell.
@@lukesimpson1741 probably still worth listening too, I mean what s 10 mins!! Enjoy.
Wow not just an outstanding rugby player but so much more 🙏
9:51 his words were so deep even the camera couldn't handle it.
What are you doing on here get back to making great rugby videos with cool synth music!
@@canadiancontent352 Sorry I thought I could escape for just a little while there without getting caught.
Nice chap Johnny has integrity like him as a person but conscise he isn't
*concise....
What a decent guy
finn russell, should be number one choice for lions, the only one imaginative to unlock a defence
Look Farrell shouldn't even be on tour in my opinion why the fuck try forcing him into 10 12 . Not good enough .. Finn Russell defo should be starting 10
@@cyowens834 good thing your opinion doesn’t count then 🤣
@@cyowens834 : Farrell plays at 12 because Wilkinson did before him and worked. England can surely find a better centre partnership than Farrell/Slade,the player resources are there, but a kicker more reliable than Farrell is harder to find. However, to say Russell is the answer for the Lions, is too early. If Ford, Sexton or Biggar find rich form again, or Sheedy develops further, there are a lot of options for Mr Gatland to choose from. Russell has his own baggage, so to speak, his long spat with his coaching staff, for example.
@@philipmarsden7104 I'm talking BRITISH lions . .not England . .BUT I offered my opinion .. .no more no less . If gets picked at 12 with so many better centres I would be unhappy with that but that's Gats and his team's choice not mine . If I asked 2000 BRITISH lions fans .would have ta thousand different 15 . Prob more English from England fans more Welsh from Wales fans. More Scottish and more Irish from their fans . But I would think most would disagree with Farrell being best 12 . .if not good enough at 10 not good enough to start test . That's my opinion .but only my opinion
@@cyowens834 So was I! I think we may have misunderstood one another.
Ohhhhhhhhhhh please do *not* change Farrell for the Lions. I really am looking forward to seeing our guys flatten him when he arrives here. LOL
😂😂😂
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@@nickjohns1192 ?
At 3:40 it wasn't just for rugby, it was for life too. This man is wise.
The desire to work with you has arisen in me Johnny - can I call you?
I would still choose J Wilkinson.
i cant imaging him and CIPPS
Loved Johnny as a player but as a pundit he just waffles. Even he doesn’t know where his sentences are going to end when he starts them 😄
Jonny ... as good a rugby player as has ever lived.
I wonder whether Farrell will be brought into 12 again and Russell will swap with Sexton for the 10 role. Ford needs to be in contention as well surely
Sexton is past it
Sextion shouldn't go. Was a great player but definitely not on par with some of the other 10s available
Russell won't get near the test team. Gatland isn't going to have a free flowing attacking game plan for SA.
Tight, controlled, basic. Farrell, Biggar, Sexton are his only options I think.
Fully Farrell & Ford. Biggar next. Russell Roulette, Sextonne of injuries. IMHumbleO
@@rob.1 Russell n.10 everyday of the week
really intelligent guy
Unleash... love it. Brilliant let’s give it a go
Johnny masterfully dodged that #10 question 😅
The zen master at 10 ❤
Legend!
Russell all the way.Superior in every facet of the game.
always came across as a great guy and an all time great on the pitch but in the context of analysis he just sits on the fence unwilling to offend anyone. which is fine but would love to actually see him select and commit to a lions 10 and not just call them all out. still, loads respect to him.
Deep insight....Thanks for that....
Conceive , believe , achieve ... lol , but seriously , great advice and analysis from JW
Against South Africa you probably want a Sexton/Farrell/Biggar-type fly half as opposed to a Russell/Ford-type one, although in 1997 we won with Townsend and Guscott in the midfield, who were geniuses. The problem is that the current form of Sexton and Farrell stinks.
And Biggar unfortunately.
I think you're right. Gatland doesn't want flair and creative attacking. He wants precision and processes in attack and defence. He knows who he can get that from.
I don't think he'll be overly concerned with form. He knows what he can get out of certain players for 3 tests when the pressure is on.
I wouldn't be surprised if he took Simmonds into a training camp to see him for himself.
@@rob.1 Possibly why his Waikato team failed to win a match this year. Gatland's time is past - the game favours attacking rugby; and thus far he seems incapable of changing. If he doesn't pick Russell, the Lions will face the same fate as England in the World Cup Final - Farrell losing his head and losing by 20.
Finn Russell always for me😍.
Watch the splinters mate 👍🏻
As an Englishman I feel it should be Dan Biggar as first choice fly half. Finn Russel as second choice.
What does that have to do with being an English male?
@@hmu05366 95% of people are biased.
Whatever they do if they take Farrell on the lions tour we are fucked
You must remember, sports men are human and every body has an off day. Someone told me once you learn nothing from winning you only learn when you lose. Just make sure you don't lose to often.
Sir Jonny speaks, we listen
Have not a great knowledge of rugby, but could he be an England coach in the future, think he would be great for England, and am a Scot,?
So he picked 5 flyhalves..
🤣🤣 didnt wanna step on any toes
Fence sitter
Could Mr Wilkinson perhaps teach Mr Farrell how to tackle using his arms and not his shoulder , and what a constitutes a late tackle. You never ever saw Jonny trying to take peoples heads off and having petulant little temper tantrums on the field , perhaps that is to big a ask from the great man.
Please understand the players they going through some tough time.. Let's trust the system... it will work again.
The contrast in intellect is startling.
as an english supporter, its Bigger at 10 atm. Not as 'playmaking' as finn or ford, doesn't have the leadership credentials of Faz and Sexton, but lets be honest, even if his baseline is lower then the rest of them, he is and has been consistant for years now, Finn and sexton are a roll of the dice every game, Faz and ford haven't been playing well for well over a year now. It's got to be him as things stand
Not sure why you had to qualify it with “as an English supporter”
Between him and Carter for GOAT no 10's....I'm a Saffa
Knowing Jonny he would probably give it to Carter!
Jonny just give us one Fly-Half man!
Don't bother, Johnny doesn't answer the question.
Sounds like Russel
@@louisscott6214 if he's not allowed to pick an English 10, which presumably he would.
Yeah that would be my gut feel to pick Russel
@@willmesa34 they'd defo switch it up between Ford-Russel-Farrell. but of course gatland would be so wales-adamant, biggar would snooze his way into the squad..
@@bright9187 course he would, it's a given. Question should be, who's your 3rd pick?
What about Louis Ress Zamlat. I would go for Dan ;Bigger or Johnathan Sexton. At number 10.
Could I get johnny's comments in writing please
4:15 He answers
Why didn't Jonny tour with the Lions in 2009?
If i had to choose a list of 10s in my personal pecking order, it'd be: Ford, Russell, Farrell, Hastings (if he adds more current game time), Simmonds, Biggar, Sexton (on most recent form)
Let's be fair on present form you wouldnt include Farrell in the lions tour party! At least 6 better 10s and a dozen or so centres better! It's not even as if hes an inspirational player or leader!
Rugby I played, advice I give j.wilkinson
Biggar over Russell any day, specially against the Boks. Strikes the ball better, defends better, better in the air. Unless Anscombe makes some miraculous recovery.
Answer is at 6:58: "I don't know, I genuinely don't know"
Personally I think #10 is a problem position for the lions and not because its an embarrasment of riches. Sexton has a few too many miles on the clock and his aggressive defence leaves him vulnerable to injury, Biggar has big game management but he does not get the line going and Finn Russel is maybe a bit too attacking and can be a liability. On the assumption that the #10 will also be the main goal kicker and points are gonna be hard to come by I would go for Farrell (would not play him at center) and then if the game opens up or the lions need to chase the game then bring on Russel. A leftfield pick could be callum sheedy after his cameo versus england.
Gatland will go with Biggar.
Better management than Farell.
Cleaner tackler
Better under high ball
goid kicker
Finn and Ford as 10’s
Owen 12?
George ford for me