It is a close call I think, it is more about the type of player you prefer - a Keith Senior - all power and athletisism or a Jamie Lyon more technique and timing. I really like watching players that have high skills levels SBW/Slater rather than guys with massive power both have the attributes.

Buderus didn't play for Leeds long but the club has never had a hooker with his skill level - it is not quantity but quality for me.

Ali was brilliant, I'll never forget the look on Andy Raleighs face at Huddersfield as the big man snapped and unloaded some haymakers of the highest order before stroking his face after and saying sorry.

Buderus is an all time great, I count myself lucky to have seen him play at the peak of his powers and at 80% of his powers at Leeds.



He was still the 2nd best 9 playing in the NRL last season.

i agree 100% sal

buderus was a class above anything we will see in a 9 shirt for a very long time im afraid



regarding ali then he was without a doubt the most skillful back rower that i have ever seen, i am thrilled that we saw the best of his career at the rhinos

Ali also entertained the crowd

I agree re Ali - worth admission money to watch him play

I liked his shaking the posts routine.



Liked his impromptu 'not all there' antics couple with the statutory 1000 watt smile.

best ever, big part to play for wakey next season,

they still got some quality,and they will stay up ,

I would like to see Ali take up some sort of a role at Headingley when he finishes