@booboo said in Ireland II:
Interesting contrast in reaction to the two results, Chicago and Dublin.
Winners, losers, magnanimity and shit loss.
The Irish have been terrible losers today. All the kiwis who were happy for Ireland and their fans after the Chicago loss should hopefully now realise that others won't ever reciprocate that level of magnanimity towards us. I hope we will never ever see another day where an AB loss is accepted and even celebrated by many AB fans.
@pukunui said in All Blacks v BI Lions Test #3:
Fucking disgrace. I thought it couldn't get any worse than last weeks deciding penalty but that was a complete farce.
Fully expect WR to stay completely silent.
Has anybody ever seen a referee change his mind about a penalty from a non foul related incident? First time in history I reckon.
@Stargazer Do you actually believe they didn't have to take a piss during the 8 hour journey?
"Retallick lucky he didnt break Hanigans neck "
Clown going nuts in the PC.
SBW will have a field day running at Sexton and Farrell, Teo is unlucky to be benched. Can't believe AWJ has retained his position as well.
I blame this year's shithouse performances on Labour. We never play well when those fluffybunnies are in power.
Hansen selected Fifita regularly and had the nerve to call Akira lazy. Wish Shag had retired/resigned in 2017 as originally planned.
For me the return of Coles is the highlight of this tour. Ardie as well but Ardie has been good all year so his form was expected. Wasn't sure if Coles would be able to regain his explosive speed after the knee injury but he clearly has. Still the best hooker in WR when at his best.
@Nepia said in Super Rugby 2020:
I emailed Kayo (Fox) to ask if they're playing Aotearoa Super Rugby and they replied they don't have it.
I hope it's just a rights negotiation thing ...
Fox sent me a reply today. They are still negotiating so fingers crossed.
@KiwiMurph Seems like we haven't been desperate for two years.
@kiwiinmelb said in AB squad for the Bledisloe Cup?:
@akan004 said in AB squad for the Bledisloe Cup?:
@Machpants said in AB squad for the Bledisloe Cup?:
Well I reckon Ozzies would, sat this moment in time, be fuck loads better then most Nations. They've actually played some rugby, recently
I think the wobs are going to be a very good team in a couple of years. They have a lot of young talented players that Rennie will mould into quality Test players in time.
You may be right , but I remember those words being spoken about Deans
I think the key difference is this time around most of their up and coming talent is up front. They have always had decent backs but average packs. I think this will change with the youngsters they have atm.
@Machpants said in AB squad for the Bledisloe Cup?:
Well I reckon Ozzies would, sat this moment in time, be fuck loads better then most Nations. They've actually played some rugby, recently
I think the wobs are going to be a very good team in a couple of years. They have a lot of young talented players that Rennie will mould into quality Test players in time.
The thing I was most proud of from 2012 to 2019 is that we never used the old "but we are still the world champions" line after a loss. The Saffa fans were famous for this post their WC victories.
Hansen selected Fifita regularly and had the nerve to call Akira lazy. Wish Shag had retired/resigned in 2017 as originally planned.
Dumb play after they have been issued with a warning.
Ffs Beauden you don't have to kick it every time you get the advantage.
@sparky said in Quality Rugby Podcast/Panel:
@Tim said in Quality Rugby Podcast/Panel:
Well worth hearing Ted from 08:00 talking about new players. He is a Will Jordan fan. Great minds think alike. So much Rugby knowledge. I'd like to see Ted involved in AB selection if possible.
He's also very concerned about the dwindling player numbers. This should be the number one priority for NZR to fix.