Quotes by Robbie Deans

“Its an important game for Mitch, who is re-entering the fray and he doesnt like to lose, even a trial match.”

“Well look at Aaron ? hopefully hell be all right. He did some contact work at the end of the week and came through it well, so should be able to take his place.”

“Im aware they are advertising the job and I was made aware of that...(but) its not an option.”

“Hes not necessarily out for the match but hes been rested for the early part of the week.”

“We will also test Caleb Ralph whos a bit tight, so hes potentially in doubt and we will look at both those guys in the morning before making a decision.”

“We earned it. Theres no doubt we earned it. Things didnt go our way but we ground it out.”

“They were humiliated on the track last weekend and theres only one way theyre going to respond to that.”

“They have made big strides no doubt about that, thats often what comes out of adversity. They are a better side than last year, but thats very evident. It remains to be seen how we foot it next to them.”

“Theres a lot of similarities between the two sides, so it really is going to be a battle of wills and of wits.”

“Theres nothing sinister there. Our doctor, Deb (Robinson), caught up with him on Saturday and he just took a knock to it. He should be fine.”