I agree, GBG board reputation would have suffered from the...

I agree, GBG board reputation would have suffered from the merger, because the deal was not approached in a competent manner that would have assured support from both sides.
A competent approach to the deal may have meant holding off untill results were out, and/or a more equitable deal was provided for GBG shareholders.

Instead it was designed heavily in favour of SDL shareholders. I know in my eyes the gloss has been removed somewhat and you can't help but wonder, what deal will the board come up with next time.

Talbot and GJ's consequent efforts to buy up the SDL shareprice since, look a little pathetic or amateurish at best. So the dance continues!