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Perhaps arrogance isn’t the right word. Perhaps it should be ignorance. How many times have we said in finals rugby to “take the points when you can”? At that time the score was 27-16; hence trailing by 8 after the kick. I would agree if we were trailing by more the 2 converted tries with 15mins to go.
England eliminate Wallabies in World Cup quarter-final
Hooper should at least be replaced as captain. His decision not to take the penalty right in front is total arrogance.
England eliminate Wallabies in World Cup quarter-final
… ahh, because that one doesn’t count!
Five talking points from All Blacks vs Springboks
That Savea guy really cracks me up. He always looks puffed after 2 minutes, but still going after 80.
Eight talking points from Bledisloe 2
Well ….. he would have got an 8 if he stopped looking at himself on the big screen (which is a really funny comment, love it)!
All Blacks starting XV player ratings
… I’d add Bridge to that list. Last week it was the other way round where the WBs backs had the speed and the ABs were on slow mo. Such is the game when a team is going well.
The media are to blame for the Wallabies' failure
I have to disagree with any changes. Last week they showed what they can do. This team is capable of beating any team in the world. One has to be stupid to think the ABs wouldn’t come back like they did. I don’t think any team in the world could have beaten the ABs tonight; perhaps not lose by that margin, but beat them is another story.
The media are to blame for the Wallabies' failure
Are there any Australian born players in this starting 15?
Christian Lealiifano headlines raft of changes to Wallabies team for Argentina clash
If my understanding of the scrum law change is correct, it’s unlikely to give any teams any advantage (well, unless one team doesn’t adapt to it). The change is in the engagement process where the front rows now cannot touch their opposites shoulders with their heads (which prematurely puts strain on the spine before being ready for it). Once set, the front rows will engage, similar to a hit of the old days. If anyone has a different understanding, feel free to comment.
Four key match-ups: Argentina vs New Zealand
Could you tell us where you got your info about Ledesma please? My reading from media is the new law was discussed at a meeting in London at the end of last month and adopted immediately. Dane Coles and the All Blacks didn’t practice it until arriving in Argentina. As the law is only about not being able to touch ones head on the oppositions shoulders, thereby more of a hit when the front rows make contact like the old days, I’m sure they’ll be able to adjust quickly. Media has also said all countries, except USA, is happy with the change.
Four key match-ups: Argentina vs New Zealand
What you didn’t say is whether you would rather see the Wallabies (a). win playing boring ‘test’ rugby or (b). lose badly playing good entertaining rugby. I would like to see the Wallabies just win, period.
Nic White and Tom Banks to give Wallabies a post-Folau kickstart
I disagree one has to back the higher ranked side, given its only one place difference. But I do agree about Wallabies dumbness and mistakes. If both teams bring their A game, my money is on the Wallabies.
This is Australia's best chance to win in Johannesburg in a long time - but will they?
Jerome Kaino migrated with his parents when he was 4. He grew up in a low economic class area, and has undoubtedly made good!
Do the All Blacks exploit the Pacific Islands?
Unfortunately, the decline started way before Castle’s reign.
Cheika's legacy: Consistent inconsistency and puzzling selection to the very end