I know we really should be concentrating on the Stormers match, but regardless of that result the Queensland matchup in Week 14 will be HUGE.

Some would say that Super 14 priorities between New South Wales and New Texas differ significantly – historically they play the Super 14 so they can beat NSW, while we play to make the finals and take home the trophy.

The Tahs have an appalling record against the Reds in Super rugby, having won just 3 from their 12 matchups. The one comfort is that these 3 wins were in 05, 06 and 07 so at least our recent history is good, though to be fair they did have a Tasmanian coach during that period.

Now add to this the match will be the swansong for Latham, Croft, Moore, Cordingly and prossibly Shicofske ; they’ll have been preparing for the match since week 1. Bastards.

We’ll be playing for either a semi-berth or a home semi, and nothing would please the New Texas’ residents more than to rain on our parade. Follow all the developments in this vital matchup over at Go The Tahs