Croft declares Waugh for the last time
Tue, 13 May 2008 08:15
Reds flank David Croft is looking forward to one last battle with long-time sparring partner Phil Waugh when the Reds meet the Waratahs in Saturday's Super 14 derby match at Suncorp Stadium.
Croft and Waugh have been opponents - and occasionally teammates - since age group days and this will be the last time the two warriors will go head-to-head before Croft retires from professional rugby at the end of the season.
Their personal battles in interstate matches like Saturday's have always been highlights and Saturday's will be no exception, with no quarter asked or given.
One year when they clashed the referee intervened to break them up, only to be reassured that"we were just having fun, sir."
Croft said he always enjoys the physical contest with Waugh and is looking forward to locking horns one last time.
"I love playing against guys like Phil [Waugh], he's such a competitor, and he's one of the best flanks in the world, hands down," Croft said.
"He's the same age as me, I've played under age football against him, with him, and it's a massive challenge.
"I enjoy the physical battle out there and I think he does as well," concluded Croft.
