Nisbet/Boyle/Doidge

[1875Sean]

Listening to the game today on premier sports the pundits were saying it’s the first time 3 players from Hibs had hit double figures since the season we had Riordan, Stokes and Nish.

Got me thinking which is the best trio, i automatically thought the current one then thinking about it more if you compare like for like think at the moment only Doidge would be better than Nish, not sure on the other two, hard to say as Nisbet is still fairly young, thoughts?

[RossScott1991]

Listening to the game today on premier sports the pundits were saying it’s the first time 3 players from Hibs had hit double figures since the season we had Riordan, Stokes and Nish.

Got me thinking which is the best trio, i automatically thought the current one then thinking about it more if you compare like for like think at the moment only Doidge would be better than Nish, not sure on the other two, hard to say as Nisbet is still fairly young, thoughts?

If this trio deliver the cup then they get my vote as a combined force!

Deek and O’Connor individually were fantastic players and get the edge over Nisbet and Boyle. But it’s a team game !

[DavieB]

Best trio I have seenGordon, O’Rourke and Duncan, never saw the famous five

[1van Sprou7e]

45 goals between then this season I think? Not bad at all

Doidge is the man for the Scottish cup, 10 goals in 9 games over the two seasons and he's scored in every round this year I believe

[ancient hibee]

The big difference to me is that other combinations played in teams with scorers from midfield who took some of the strain and also made room by being goal threats themselves. This team doesn't have that which makes the front three admirable.

[Since452]

Our Terrible Trio more famous than Hearts

[hibbysam]

45 goals between then this season I think? Not bad at all

Doidge is the man for the Scottish cup, 10 goals in 9 games over the two seasons and he's scored in every round this year I believe

Ive got it as 44 with 24 assists as well. A truly staggering return regardless.

[IberianHibernian]

Listening to the game today on premier sports the pundits were saying it’s the first time 3 players from Hibs had hit double figures since the season we had Riordan, Stokes and Nish.

Got me thinking which is the best trio, i automatically thought the current one then thinking about it more if you compare like for like think at the moment only Doidge would be better than Nish, not sure on the other two, hard to say as Nisbet is still fairly young, thoughts? I presume you`re only talking about front 3 as a unit as individually noone in our current squad is anywhere near Riordan in terms of quality . If we`re only talking of strikers , Stokes was much better than what Nisbet or Doidge have shown so far . Nish had a great record at Killie which he didn`t manage to reproduce with us partly cause of competition he had in squad while Doidge and Nisbet are almost guaranteed a start every week . Even then Nish scored quite a few for us didn`t he ? Can`t remember how often Riordan , Stokes and Nish played together but don`t think it was often so wouldn`t really include Boyle in comparison as we had midfielders who were scoring too .

[Sweet Left Peg]

When was the last time that we had three players score 15 in a season? I think Doidge only needs three more for that to happen.

[1875Sean]

I presume you`re only talking about front 3 as a unit as individually noone in our current squad is anywhere near Riordan in terms of quality . If we`re only talking of strikers , Stokes was much better than what Nisbet or Doidge have shown so far . Nish had a great record at Killie which he didn`t manage to reproduce with us partly cause of competition he had in squad while Doidge and Nisbet are almost guaranteed a start every week . Even then Nish scored quite a few for us didn`t he ? Can`t remember how often Riordan , Stokes and Nish played together but don`t think it was often so wouldn`t really include Boyle in comparison as we had midfielders who were scoring too .

Yeah if you had to pick a trio one or the other who would it be, would agree riordan and stokes prob take it in terms of talent

[penihibs]

Best trio I have seenGordon, O’Rourke and Duncan, never saw the famous five

Yes take some beating these 3.

[NadeAteMyLunch!]

Ive got it as 44 with 24 assists as well. A truly staggering return regardless.

I thought they were close to 50 now? Might be wrong but I was sure they mentioned low 40’s during the Stranraer game and they’ve managed a few since them between them

[MWHIBBIES]

Where's that notorious poster who insisted Doidge was gash? He's been awfully quiet recently

[hibbysam]

I thought they were close to 50 now? Might be wrong but I was sure they mentioned low 40’s during the Stranraer game and they’ve managed a few since them between them

It is 45, Nisbet’s total hadnt been updated when I checked before. 18 for Nisbet, 15 for Boyle and 12 for Doidge.

[660]

Doidge is one goal away from doing a Keith Wright

[Irish_Steve]

Didnt the commentator say at one point, possibly before any goals had been scored the the Tremendous Trio had scored 43 goals between them, exactly the same amount as the entirely Dundee United team!

[Onion]

45 goals between then this season I think? Not bad at all

Doidge is the man for the Scottish cup, 10 goals in 9 games over the two seasons and he's scored in every round this year I believe

That's a good spot. Doidge is exactly the type of player you want in he Cup. He's a bloody nuisance who refuses to give in. Could quite easily be the hero to bring it home.

[Fergus52]

I presume you`re only talking about front 3 as a unit as individually noone in our current squad is anywhere near Riordan in terms of quality . If we`re only talking of strikers , Stokes was much better than what Nisbet or Doidge have shown so far . Nish had a great record at Killie which he didn`t manage to reproduce with us partly cause of competition he had in squad while Doidge and Nisbet are almost guaranteed a start every week . Even then Nish scored quite a few for us didn`t he ? Can`t remember how often Riordan , Stokes and Nish played together but don`t think it was often so wouldn`t really include Boyle in comparison as we had midfielders who were scoring too .

09/10 season Riordan stokes and nish played nearly every game together.

Yogi had us playing an attacking 442 with Riordan wide left.

Don't think we got many goals from midfield either, zemmamma and Liam miller both got a couple, but neither were regularly scoring iirc.

[ian cruise]

I'm not sure about comparing them to Nish, O'connor and Riordan but I thought Marv was spot on with his comparison to the old school One big guy, one small guy set up was on the money.

It was a tactic that Martin O'Neill used to great effect while in Scotland and we're doing the same. Ideally we can keep Nisbet for another season and see how they develop.

[MWHIBBIES]

Doidge is easily better than Nish.

[bigwheel]

Doidge is easily better than Nish.

I’m a big Doidge fan...but that is a very subjective viewpoint there. Nish was a vastly underrated player. His goal scoring record in his career speaks for itself. Nish gets an unfair reaction in my view...held his own in our league for many seasons. Would have given Doidge a run for his money.


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[O'Rourke3]

I’m a big Doidge fan...but that is a very subjective viewpoint there. Nish was a vastly underrated player. His goal scoring record in his career speaks for itself. Nish gets an unfair reaction in my view...held his own in our league for many seasons. Would have given Doidge a run for his money.


Sent from my iPad using TapatalkIf we are going on goals. Yip, Colin more than holds his own. Christian's contribution all over the pitch is immense. I'm struggling to compare him to another No 9 other than Grant Holt in the Championship winning season.

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[ian cruise]

I’m a big Doidge fan...but that is a very subjective viewpoint there. Nish was a vastly underrated player. His goal scoring record in his career speaks for itself. Nish gets an unfair reaction in my view...held his own in our league for many seasons. Would have given Doidge a run for his money.


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I'm a big fan of Nish and his time with Hibs, as you say vastly underrated, however in a head to head I'd say Doidge nicks it.

[bigwheel]

I'm a big fan of Nish and his time with Hibs, as you say vastly underrated, however in a head to head I'd say Doidge nicks it.

Yeah. I’d probably agree with that ...I was mainly responding to a post that said Doidge “easily” is better than Nish..felt an unbalanced view that ...

[bigwheel]

If we are going on goals. Yip, Colin more than holds his own. Christian's contribution all over the pitch is immense. I'm struggling to compare him to another No 9 other than Grant Holt in the Championship winning season.

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Agreed. He’s got a great work ethic to add to his many qualities ..like him a lot - will be very hard to replace

[AFKA5814_Hibs]

I'm a big fan of Nish and his time with Hibs, as you say vastly underrated, however in a head to head I'd say Doidge nicks it.


Colin Nish was a bit of an enigma but has a bit of history in my household. When I took my oldest daughter to ER for the first time, she was about 7 at the time, it was an end of season 1-0 defeat against Killie. Colin Nish scored the Killie goal. Not knowing much about the game, she stood up and cheered when he scored, I had to tell her to sit back down as it wasn't Hibs that scored, she was just happy to see a goal!

A year later, Nish signed for Hibs. When she was a Hibs kids mascot she put Colin Nish as her favourite player in the match day programme, probably the only person to ever do so, :greengrin she got to touch Nish's top before the game, it was a lucky touch as he scored in a 5-1 win v Hamilton. I am probably the only person in the world that has a Colin Nish fridge magnet.

[Andy74]

I’m a big Doidge fan...but that is a very subjective viewpoint there. Nish was a vastly underrated player. His goal scoring record in his career speaks for itself. Nish gets an unfair reaction in my view...held his own in our league for many seasons. Would have given Doidge a run for his money.


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Nah, I liked Nish too but it isn’t really close.

Doidge is a far more complete player and a better goalscorer.

[MWHIBBIES]

I’m a big Doidge fan...but that is a very subjective viewpoint there. Nish was a vastly underrated player. His goal scoring record in his career speaks for itself. Nish gets an unfair reaction in my view...held his own in our league for many seasons. Would have given Doidge a run for his money.


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I liked Nish, he was good but Doidge is better.

[Aldo]

Christian Doidge is the epitome of a professional footballer for me. Every single game he goes out there and never stops, works hard and plays every game likes it’s his last.

He brings so much and leads by example.

I’m not saying others don’t but hopefully the front 3 continue.

If we can get at least a point on Wednesday I’d maybe give them a rest last game to prevent injury or suspension and keep them fresh for the final!


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[bigwheel]

I liked Nish, he was good but Doidge is better.

I’d agree with that ..it was your “easier” word that I was responding to ..Nish is underrated ..much like many with Doidge for most of his time here . Players who played with Nish rated him highly .

[Wilson]

I’d agree with that ..it was your “easier” word that I was responding to ..Nish is underrated ..much like many with Doidge for most of his time here . Players who played with Nish rated him highly .

Was not his biggest fan. Like Doidge he could go a long time without scoring and then go on a run. I don't think he had the same redeeming qualities in his workrate and all round play. He could be a frustrating player to watch - he fell over a lot.

Better than Konte but not as good as Doidge.

[Since452]

Doidge is easily better than Nish.

It's not even close

[Lendo]

Is Doidge back in with a shout for getting in to the Wales squad? Certainly won’t be doing him any harm.

[hibbysam]

I’d agree with that ..it was your “easier” word that I was responding to ..Nish is underrated ..much like many with Doidge for most of his time here . Players who played with Nish rated him highly .

Unless I’m mistaken Doidge has already scored more goals for Hibs (31 in 83) in far less games than Nish (25 in 110). He’s also got a far better record across his career so far. I’d say it’s really easy to say Doidge is a better striker than Nish was. His all round game is a level above.

[Stevie Reid]

Said a few weeks back that if all three of them could hit form at the same time, we could have an amazing end to the season. The combined attributes of all three are formidable.

I thought Murphy was electric when he came on yesterday as well. If we have all four fit for the final, we will be in very good shape indeed.

[Since90+2]

I'd keep Murphy on the bench for the final. I doubt he'd last the 90 anyway and he's a great option to have on the bench for the last 20 minutes or so.

[Stevie Reid]

I'd keep Murphy on the bench for the final. I doubt he'd last the 90 anyway and he's a great option to have on the bench for the last 20 minutes or so.

Aye I wasn’t suggesting he start when I mentioned him in my post. A great option from the bench.

[basehibby]

It is 45, Nisbet’s total hadnt been updated when I checked before. 18 for Nisbet, 15 for Boyle and 12 for Doidge.

I have the combined total in all competitions as 46 - 19 for Nisbet, 15 for Boyle, 12 for Doidge (excluding his goal vs the Yams which was technically from last season).

A formidable total which I'd love to see breach the half century before the season's out!

[Magpie]

Is Doidge back in with a shout for getting in to the Wales squad? Certainly won’t be doing him any harm.

With the system they play I don’t think he will make it with the likes of Moore, Robson-Kanu and Tyler Roberts ahead of him. I expect they will have them 3 with mostly wide players.

[loanheadhibby]

Where's that notorious poster who insisted Doidge was gash? He's been awfully quiet recently
Not sure if it's me you're talking about but your view he is a top player is ridiculous.
He is a good team player but pretty limited in my opinion.
Looked good against QOS and Stranraer.
Like all Hibbies I will be delighted if he scores a hat trick in the final.

[hibbysam]

I have the combined total in all competitions as 46 - 19 for Nisbet, 15 for Boyle, 12 for Doidge (excluding his goal vs the Yams which was technically from last season).

A formidable total which I'd love to see breach the half century before the season's out!

Nisbet 18 - 14 league, 2 league cup, 2 Scottish cup.

[ElginHibbie]

If the three of them can continue their form into the final we have a great chance of winning, a goal each on the day would be great but would love if Doidge was the star of the day all on his own

[MWHIBBIES]

Not sure if it's me you're talking about but your view he is a top player is ridiculous.
He is a good team player but pretty limited in my opinion.
Looked good against QOS and Stranraer.
Like all Hibbies I will be delighted if he scores a hat trick in the final.

It's not you.

Yes, he looks good most weeks. A real top player at this level. Easily gets into any side outside the OF.

[Peevemor]

Not sure if it's me you're talking about but your view he is a top player is ridiculous.
He is a good team player but pretty limited in my opinion.
Looked good against QOS and Stranraer.
Like all Hibbies I will be delighted if he scores a hat trick in the final.

Each to their own, but I find this incredible.

[Moulin Yarns]

Our Terrible Trio more famous than Hearts

The three musketeers 😁

Doidgetagnan, Nisamis and Boylthos? 🤔