We missed Api big time, don't need to be a Brain surgeon to realise that, after saying that Simpkin was probably our best player. next week I would try Simpkin at lock if Api is back & move Bateman back to 2nd row & put Ice on the bench just for starters.
I agree, Bateman would of had Hunt looking over his shoulder all day, Bateman might give away a penalty or two but he keeps the opposition second guessing.