<blockquote class="ipsBlockquote" data-author="kiwiinmelb" data-cid="538246" data-time="1446423608"><p>I think end of the day , both sides knew before hand what they were up against , and you have to prepare accordingly , <br><br>
There was concern along time before the tournament started , a tough semi against South Africa would drain us even if we won , <br><br>
With the benefit of hindsight that wasnt the case , it has to said Hanson and co managed our players perfectly</p></blockquote>
One reason Hansen should be coach of the year.
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<blockquote class="ipsBlockquote" data-author="jegga" data-cid="538153" data-time="1446415299"><p>You're probably alone in thinking that.</p></blockquote>that's ok
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With all the talk of the 'pool of death', I reckon the AB's had a far harder path to win the World Cup than what the aussies did. <br><br>
The aussies had England, Wales, Scotland and Argentina on their way to a thumping in the final.<br><br>
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<blockquote class="ipsBlockquote" data-author="jegga" data-cid="538084" data-time="1446400736"><p>In the middle of this photo is quite possibly the most Australian looking person ever.<br><br><br><img src="http://i1.wp.com/www.whaleoil.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/2DFB448200000578-3298281-image-a-159_1446319025405-630x446.jpg?fit=630%2C446" alt="2DFB448200000578-3298281-image-a-159_144"></p></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="ipsBlockquote" data-author="NTA" data-cid="537953" data-time="1446359734"><p>Presentation of the silver medals came up again on the Fox feed just now - when Cheika got his medal you could see he was shattered, but the Aussies in the crowd gave a roar.<br><br>
Fucking miracle worker disguised as a Lebanese brickie.<br><br><img src="http://resources1.news.com.au/images/2015/11/01/1227589/864033-ff875a4a-8030-11e5-a5c8-de3ffc01720c.jpg" alt="864033-ff875a4a-8030-11e5-a5c8-de3ffc017"></p></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="ipsBlockquote" data-author="barbarian" data-cid="538054" data-time="1446374966"><p>Yeah I agree, that's why I tempered my opinion once I saw the replay. You generally miss those factors in real time because there is so much going on.</p></blockquote>
Owens initially thought it to be a penalty only offence. It was the TMO (although without verbaling it) that suggested Owens should take another look at the screen. It was marginal, but then he decided to give the yellow after another viewing on the screen.<br><br>
Fair dues to Smith, he copped it without argument.<br><br>
Owens had a great game. I also saw the refs arrive at the ground, Barnes was getting mobbed for selfies and autographs.<br><br>
But I liked how all the assistant refs waited, outside the building, for Nigel to turn up (who was the last of the officials to arrive) before following him into the stadium dressing rooms.<br><br>
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<blockquote class="ipsBlockquote" data-author="Nepia" data-cid="538053" data-time="1446374854"><p>Kepu or Kaino?</p></blockquote>Kepu.
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<blockquote class="ipsBlockquote" data-author="NTA" data-cid="537856" data-time="1446352076"><p>Kirwan - I'm not doing this as a points scoring exercise. I'm using it to point out the referees either missed things or judged them in a different light to other incidents based on what they saw. Some of them I'm less happy with than others. Not going to change anything now.<br><br>
For example: people above are talking about Foley being offside for Genia's kick on the second try. Again, not going to change anything now, but its interesting to look at these and see where refs and their team are making calls and where they're not. Particularly as they're allowed to use the TMO two phases back <strong>edit</strong> from a try being scored <strong>/edit</strong> and could, in theory, check on anything in that period like the bloody NRL do (for which I'm thankful they're not).<br><br>
And I don't see you popping snide remarks at them.<br><br><br><br><br>
? Apologies - I thought you were referring to the Kepu high shot on Carter and I was using the Kaino one as a parallel.<br><br>
Kepu got penalised - probably lucky not to get a yellow.<br><br>
The high shot on Kaino was referred to the TMO on the run. Was about 35m out dead in front, so goal kicking opportunity (tactical advantage). There was no subsequent input from the TMO, or before there was, Owens called advantaged over just as we got to the 22, out on the tram tracks on the right hand side. I thought that was very odd, given to this point we've seen TMOs go back for foul play or refs pull play up to look at it in this RWC. It didn't look like advantage.<br><br>
Guess World Rugby need to work on the TMO guidelines a bit more, and should NOT be introducing them at RWC but have little option given the different broadcast setups for Test rugby across the world</p></blockquote>
Through the refs mic (sports ears) it was Owens who referred it to the TMO to check that incident, whilst play continued. By time the TMO had reviewed it, Owens told him 'advantage over anyway' as play had progressed on. <br>
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<blockquote class="ipsBlockquote" data-author="Nepia" data-cid="538051" data-time="1446374582"><p>Seriously Nick? Kaino had one head high, and Kepu had at least 4 dodgy acts. I feel a bit sorry for Kepu, he's usually a clean player but was obviously instructed or thought he needed to be the enforcer for the Wallabies and through share dumb luck he managed to not get binned.</p></blockquote>
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Far out. Twickenham threw one hell of a party last night!!! The place went off after the final whistle.<br>
To all the English who made the night so special, in the bars at the ground. Thank you! Thank you for supporting our team, thank you for the hospitality, thank you for the experience.<br>
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<blockquote class="ipsBlockquote" data-author="Bovidae" data-cid="538002" data-time="1446366789"><p>How many tackles did Carter and McCaw make between 75-78 mins? They seemed to be everywhere in that defensive stand. Good discipline from the ABs too.</p></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="ipsBlockquote" data-author="Crucial" data-cid="537774" data-time="1446344593"><p>I thought that was a big difference too. We could keep our big players on for longer. Subbing Fardy seemed weird.</p></blockquote>
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<p>Im flying out to London tomorrow from Sydney. Just packed my bag. I think thats everything...<br>
Not sure where Im drinking on Saturday. Dont care. Have barely slept since the semi final.<br>
Good times.<br><img src="http://i.imgur.com/h4y5PWp.jpg?1" alt="h4y5PWp.jpg?1"></p>
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<p>Yep. Same as. </p>
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<p>Flying out of Sydney on Friday afternoon, off to the game, flying back on Sunday night.</p>
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<p>What I saw was a bloke who was used to identifying space, making a quick decision, and putting in a good effort. That's bread and butter for someone like Hayne, with the added benefit of blockers. He must love that shit.</p>
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