I like Battye, he is no nonsense hard working and a good engine, the changes in the game will suit him. The other thing for me is that he knows his position he is not a flashy name but has been consistent and a good Champoinship player, he is at his prime for a prop and for me he gives that bit strength in the front row to allow the likes of Kelepi to play in the second row instead of prop filling.
Add to this he is a character without doubt I remember at London when we played them in the first SL game I think we were 18 nil up and he was getting some stick from our fans, he was giving some back which was light hearted fun, anyway I am sure he scored and let the Wakey fans really know about it oh and they beat us that day too. He is just what we need and will give Dave some competition around getting the crowd going!