From disaster to World Cup champions, All Blacks, 2011

[bob10]

Check out this article from the ROAR web site, courtesy of Spiros Zavos.






SPECIAL SPIRO: How the Webb Ellis Cup was won in a land that rumbles | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/08/how-the-webb-ellis-cup-was-won-in-a-land-that-rumbles/)

[Chenz]

The most curious aspect of the match was the refereeing by the Irish referee George Clancy. He penalised the All Blacks 12?7 which seemed to me to be a bizarre count given the fact that they were totally dominant in the set pieces and in the rucks and mauls. Towards the end of the match the ground resounded to the unusual sound of the referee being booed.

That's because McCaw and the rest of the Ull Blucks are always offside!!!!!!

[bob10]

Campo., love or hate him. He used to have a coffee shop in the Rocks, " goosestep', a few years ago the missus & I were in Sydney, saw his shop, went across, he was there. Ordered a coffee, he served us. We ignored him, which upset a middle aged lady, who said " don't you know who that is?" to which I replied " yeah, but we are Queenslanders" in my best disdainful voice. [ This is after he was tackled by THAT Qld winger who punched the ground beside his face.] I heard a chuckle, Campo came out, sat with us, & had a chat. A great afternoon, over coffee, got a photo , me & my mate Campo, sits on my wall . Rugby, gotta love it.


10 days to go: David Campese (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/09/10-days-go-roar-counts-rugby-world-cup/)

[bob10]

Part 2, Bob


How the Webb Ellis Cup was won in a land that rumbles: Pt 2 | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/10/how-the-webb-ellis-cup-was-won-in-a-land-that-rumbles-pt-2/)

[bob10]

Fiji, is this their year? Bob


Fiji: Running the numbers on their chances at the Rugby World Cup | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/11/fiji-running-the-numbers-on-their-chances-at-the-rugby-world-cup/)

[bob10]

history. Bob


Six days to go: Marc Ellis’ record six tries in a match | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/13/six-days-to-go-marc-ellis-record-six-tries-in-a-match/)

[bob10]

Whose going to win? take cover, Bob


SPIRO: RWC 2015 prediction time – Wallabies and All Blacks in the final | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/14/spiro-rwc-2015-prediction-time-wallabies-blacks-final/)

[bob10]

POOL B Bob


Rugby World Cup pool previews: Pool B | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/15/rugby-world-cup-pool-previews-pool-b/)

[bob10]

History of Taranaki rugby, Part 1 & 2 , Bob


https://youtu.be/rbl1Po3fmdk


https://youtu.be/kxl2v4S57Ms

[bob10]

French rugby, Bob


https://youtu.be/ei7d8YiOvV8

[bob10]

Ah, those French , Bob


https://youtu.be/QcFOmf6Q1lk


https://youtu.be/36n8BxUX7p4




the flower of Scotland, Bob


https://youtu.be/KEnO6Q_7Kpk

[bob10]

Download the TV guide to the Rugby World Cup in PDF form, Bob


Download your Australian Rugby World Cup fixture and TV guide PDF | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/14/download-your-australian-rugby-world-cup-fixture-and-tv-guide-pdf/)

[bob10]

Some matchups to watch for, Bob


Five Rugby World Cup duels to watch: Pool A | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/15/five-rugby-world-cup-duels-to-watch-pool-a/)

[bob10]

Well said. Bob


Time to believe in the Wallabies’ selections | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/15/time-to-believe-in-the-wallabies-selections/)

[bob10]

Pool C Bob


Rugby World Cup pool previews: Pool C | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/16/rugby-world-cup-pool-previews-pool-c/)

[bob10]

You should read it all, Bob


We love you England – but go Fiji! | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/17/love-england-go-fiji/)

[bob10]

Almost feel sorry for Argentina, Bob


All Blacks name top side in RWC15 opener | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/19/all-blacks-name-top-side-in-rwc15-opener/)

[bob10]

Go you good things! Bob


Japan beat South Africa in the biggest upset in rugby history | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/20/japan-beat-south-africa-in-the-biggest-upset-in-rugby-union-history/)

[bob10]

The team for Fiji


No surprises in Wallabies team to play Fiji | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/22/no-surprises-for-wallabies-team-to-play-fiji/)

[bob10]

With friends like this.....I'm sure our Government will accept genuine rugby refugees. :D


South Africa's sports minister sends warning to Springboks | Rugby at The Roar TV (http://www.theroar.tv/south-africas-sports-minister-sends-warning-to-springboks/)

[bob10]

So much angst. So much history, so much pride. Japan may have been instrumental into making this World Cup unforgettable. South Africa v Samoa, Sun. Sept. 27,1.45 am. Fox and GEM. live.



Tot hiertoe en nie verder, BRING IT ON

Sack Meyer and five other steps to fix South African rugby | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/23/sack-meyer-and-five-other-steps-to-fix-south-african-rugby/)

[bob10]

Aust.v Fiji, Thur. 24 Sept., 1.45 am


Fiji have class, but will not beat the Wallabies | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/23/fiji-have-class-but-will-not-beat-the-wallabies/)

[jerryd]

A good start :) Hopefully some of the matches will be on tv

[bob10]

A good start :) Hopefully some of the matches will be on tv


Fox 2 has them all, GEM has all the Wallaby games, plus all the finals.


Download your Australian Rugby World Cup fixture and TV guide PDF | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/14/download-your-australian-rugby-world-cup-fixture-and-tv-guide-pdf/)

[bob10]

Five talking points from the Wallabies’ win over Fiji | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/24/five-talking-points-from-the-wallabies-win-over-fiji/)

[bob10]

Rugby World Cup: What have we learnt so far? | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/25/rugby-world-cup-what-have-we-learnt-so-far/)

[bob10]

England’s physicality to prevail over half-fit Wales | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/26/englands-physicality-to-prevail-over-half-fit-wales/)

[bob10]

A game of attrition, I think they may have knocked each other out of the contest.


Injury-hit Wales stun England in RWC | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/27/injury-hit-wales-stun-england-in-rwc/)

[bob10]

A Rugby World Cup anthemology | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/28/a-rugby-world-cup-anthemology/)

[bob10]

OOPs, put this in the wrong spot

[bob10]

Five talking points from the Wallabies? win over Uruguay | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/28/five-talking-points-from-the-wallabies-win-over-uruguay/)

[bob10]

ScrumStraightJoe


Rugby World Cup: New campaign time #ScrumStraightJoe | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/29/rugby-world-cup-new-campaign-time-scrumstraightjoe/)

[bob10]

SPIRO: Wallabies and England dive into pool of death mind games | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/09/29/spiro-wallabies-england-dive-pool-death-mind-games/)

[bob10]

They must be joking.


American college football team under fire for performing cringeworthy haka | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/01/american-college-football-team-under-fire-for-performing-cringeworthy-haka/)

[bob10]

Burgess is not England’s problem, England is England’s problem | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/02/burgess-is-not-englands-problem-england-is-englands-problem/)

[bob10]

We will soon know.


Wallabies vs England: Rugby World Cup preview, team lists and predictions | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/03/wallabies-vs-england-rugby-world-cup-preview-team-lists-and-predictions/)

[bob10]

Carmichael Hunt is looking good in the NRC


Brisbane City demolish Sydney Stars | Rugby at The Roar TV (http://www.theroar.tv/brisbane-city-demolish-sydney-stars/)

[bob10]

Did anyone watch Georgia V All Blacks? Those Georgians! Fantastic.


and didn't they love it
Georgia faced the Haka for the first time in history | Rugby at The Roar TV (http://www.theroar.tv/georgia-faced-the-haka-for-the-first-time-in-history/)




The special moment when Mamuka Gorgodze was named man of the match against New Zealand | Rugby at The Roar TV (http://www.theroar.tv/the-special-moment-when-mamuka-gorgodze-was-named-man-of-the-match-against-new-zealand/)

[jerryd]

We will soon know.


Wallabies vs England: Rugby World Cup preview, team lists and predictions | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/03/wallabies-vs-england-rugby-world-cup-preview-team-lists-and-predictions/)



Early start in the morning Bob :)

[bob10]

The fairy tale continues,


Japan 26-5 Samoa: Brave Blossoms set sights on Rugby World Cup quarter-finals with clinical victory | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/rugbyunion/article-3258735/Japan-26-5-Samoa-Brave-Blossoms-sets-sights-Rugby-World-Cup-quarter-finals-clinical-victory.html)

[bob10]

Were the Wallabies that good, or were England hopeless? If the All Blacks play like they played against Georgia, I am quietly confident. But, the spectre of Eden Park, a la Bledisloe, is lurking , as are the Springboks, and France. I tipped France to make the finals, we'll see.






England 13-33 Wallabies RWC 2015: Bernard Foley breaks English hearts as hosts crash out of Rugby World Cup | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/rugbyunion/article-3258915/England-13-33-Wallabies-RWC-2015-Bernard-Foley-breaks-English-hearts-hosts-crash-Rugby-World-Cup.html)

[Saitch]

Am I happy:D but, let us not overlook the Welsh on the 10th. No walkover there, in my opinion!
Steve

[carlschmid2002]

France are always NZ's nemesis. Anything could happen. Good win this morning though. Because of dam daylight savings I missed the first half. I have been in Sydney all week and they have been advertising it for 6.00am.

[bob10]

France are always NZ's nemesis. Anything could happen. Good win this morning though. Because of dam daylight savings I missed the first half. I have been in Sydney all week and they have been advertising it for 6.00am.


It is replaying now on fox 2 , then again at 1 pm Qld time. Some highlights here-


Bernard Foley bounces England out of the Rugby World Cup | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/04/bernard-foley-bounces-england-out-of-the-rugby-world-cup/)

[bob10]

Aus.v Wales, bring it on!


https://youtu.be/mVtswmhmcxs

[bob10]

Wallabies can cover Hooper loss: Wales | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/06/wallabies-can-cover-hooper-loss-wales/)

[bob10]

SPIRO: Are the All Blacks and Ireland hiding their best stuff? | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/06/spiro-blacks-ireland-hiding-best-stuff/)

[bob10]

Rugby World Cup: Knockout stage starts a week early | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/06/rugby-world-cup-knockout-stage-starts-a-week-early/)

[bob10]

Eddie Jones to coach England?


No Cookies | Fox Sports News, Live Sport, Sports | Fox Sports (http://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/eddie-jones-says-hes-ready-to-talk-if-england-want-him-as-coach/story-e6frf4pu-1227558204645)

[bob10]

Gotta luv the ref


No Cookies | Fox Sports News, Live Sport, Sports | Fox Sports (http://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/nigel-owens-is-a-colloquial-genius/story-e6frf4pu-1227559303774)

[bob10]

BREAKING NEWS.... Michael Hooper given one week ban. Initially 2 weeks, cut back to one

[bob10]

No Cookies | Fox Sports News, Live Sport, Sports | Fox Sports (http://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/rugby-world-cup-2015-wallabies-star-michael-hooper-to-miss-wales-game-after-receiving-one-week-ban/story-e6frf4pu-1227559243568)

[bob10]

World Cup officials probe England over referee claim | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/06/world-cup-officials-probe-england-over-referee-claim/)

[bob10]

No Cookies | Fox Sports News, Live Sport, Sports | Fox Sports (http://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/rugby-world-cup-wary-wallabies-not-buying-into-wales-lack-of-self-belief-theory/story-e6frf4pu-1227560621202)

[bob10]

The harder the Wallabies work, the luckier they get | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/08/harder-wallabies-work-luckier-get/)

[bob10]

National Rugby Championship: Round 8 preview | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/08/national-rugby-championship-round-8-preview/)

[bob10]

England coaches banned from dressing room | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/10/england-coaches-banned-from-dressing-room/)

[bob10]

Rugby World Cup cheat sheet: Who can make the quarter finals and who will they play? | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/10/rugby-world-cup-cheat-sheet-who-can-make-the-quarter-finals-and-who-will-they-play/)

[bob10]

What is the Cheika way? | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/10/cheika-way/)

[bob10]

This world cup has been just about the best so far. Full of surprises, and now Craig Wing gets a run for Japan!


Former NRL star Wing to make World Cup debut | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/11/former-nrl-star-wing-to-make-world-cup-debut/)

[bob10]

Tony Woodcock, one of the best loose head props of all time, retires thru injury.


Woodcock's All Black career over after injury | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/11/woodcocks-all-black-career-over-after-injury/)

[bob10]

France Vs NZ, bring it on!


Rugby World Cup: Courageous Ireland suffer horror injury toll | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/12/rugby-world-cup-courageous-ireland-suffer-horror-injury-toll/)

[bob10]

Wales, Ireland, and Scotland coached into the World Cup knockouts | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/12/wales-ireland-scotland-coached-world-cup-knockouts/)

[bob10]

Rugby World Cup should follow the lead of Sevens Rugby | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/13/rugby-world-cup-should-follow-the-lead-of-sevens-rugby/)

[bob10]

Just where does the Wallabies (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/13/just-where-does-the-wallabies-win-over-wales-rank/)

[bob10]

The cup has come a long way since 1987




2015 Rugby World Cup: Tier 2 form XV | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/13/2015-rugby-world-cup-tier-2-form-xv/)

[bob10]

Our favourite Mario


Mario Ledesma wants to remain Australia scrum coach post Rugby World Cup until England series (http://www.espn.co.uk/rugby/story/_/id/13826604/mario-ledesma-wants-remain-australia-scrum-coach-post-rugby-world-cup-england-series)

[bob10]

Something new, a long term plan for Australian Rugby. The NRC. plus a proper plan [ still find it hard to believe] , a block of All Blacks approaching retirement........ dare we dream?


How are the 2015 Wallabies set up for 2019? | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/14/how-are-the-2015-australian-rugby-team-set-up-for-the-2019-rugby-world-cup/)

[bob10]

David Pocock avoids citing; calf still sore | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/13/david-pocock-avoids-citing-calf-still-sore/)

[bob10]

Intrigue as north and south prepare to do battle | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/14/intrigue-as-north-and-south-prepare-to-do-battle/)

[bob10]

Joubert and Moore seem to have mutual respect. Could be good for the Wallabies. Nigel Owens will not be intimidated by McCaw, will the All Blacks choke?






Referees for Rugby World Cup quarter finals announced | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/14/referees-for-rugby-world-cup-quarter-finals-announced/)


LAIDLAW: From here, mental strength will deliver the Webb Ellis | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/15/laidlaw-mental-strength-will-deliver-webb-ellis/)

[bob10]

Looks like QLD has the better of the two.


No Cookies | Fox Sports News, Live Sport, Sports | Fox Sports (http://www.foxsports.com.au/video?v=robinson-links-up-with-tahs_1227570558647&vc=235)




No Cookies | Fox Sports News, Live Sport, Sports | Fox Sports (http://www.foxsports.com.au/video?v=thorn-joins-the-reds_1227570553872&vc=235)

[bob10]

Should an injured Izzy play against Scotland?


No Cookies | Fox Sports News, Live Sport, Sports | Fox Sports (http://www.foxsports.com.au/video?v=wallabies-on-the-mend-_1227569654844&vc=235)

[bob10]

Josh [ bokkies] Strauss


No Cookies | Fox Sports News, Live Sport, Sports | Fox Sports (http://www.foxsports.com.au/video?v=scots-promise-physical-clash_1227569908049&vc=235)

[bob10]

BREAKING NEWS The French players sack their coach!!! apparently. Only the French :Thump:


No Cookies | Fox Sports News, Live Sport, Sports | Fox Sports (http://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/rugby-world-cup-2015/france-team-reportedly-mutiny-and-effectively-sack-coach-philippe-saint-andre-at-rugby-world-cup/story-e6frf4zl-1227571108902)

[bob10]

Ireland vs Argentina: Rugby World Cup quarter-final preview and prediction | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/16/ireland-vs-argentina-rugby-world-cup-quarter-final-preview-and-prediction/)

[bob10]

Can we risk it? On the other hand, can we risk burning our best out before the really big games?


Selecting the best team for World Cup success | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/16/selecting-the-best-team-for-world-cup-success/)

[bob10]

Down to the nitty gritty. NZ still worries me.


2015 Rugby World Cup Big Questions: Sleep is for the weak | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/16/2015-rugby-world-cup-big-questions-sleep-weak/)

[bob10]

A good move IMO. We need both for the bigger games ahead [ positive thinking]




No Cookies | Fox Sports News, Live Sport, Sports | Fox Sports (http://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/rugby-world-cup-david-pocock-israel-folau-ruled-out-of-wallabies-clash-against-scotland/story-e6frf4pu-1227572216845'sv=a66e08577fdb9ecb775739a19e5b5a73)

[bob10]

Four changes for Scots for RWC QF v Australia | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/17/four-changes-for-scots-for-rwc-qf-v-australia/)

[bob10]

A blast from the past, Jeff Sayle. He coached the Dempster Cup Navy side, DDG's, I played for, back in the day. They were the guided missile destroyers, Perth, Hobart & Brisbane. Because the ships were very busy, they lumped the three together , with the hope at least one would be alongside, to form a team. Geoff had an unusual coaching style, his theory was suitable amounts of sweet sherry before the game put the team in the right frame of mind. [ perhaps it made up for lack of skill, all I know is we were the happiest side in the comp]


No Cookies | Fox Sports News, Live Sport, Sports | Fox Sports (http://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/michael-cheikas-mentor-jeff-sayle-opens-up-on-the-making-of-the-wallabies-coach/story-e6frf4pu-1227571835743'sv=5e3f706d1ecdf7cb69ad74cfc2d0fe5d)

[bob10]

No Cookies | Fox Sports News, Live Sport, Sports | Fox Sports (http://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/rugby-world-cup-2015/rugby-world-cup-2015-departing-french-coach-philippe-saint-andr-booed-after-humiliating-defeat/story-e6frf4zl-1227573210886) France

[bob10]

South Africa


No Cookies | Fox Sports News, Live Sport, Sports | Fox Sports (http://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/rugby-world-cup-2015-quarter-final-south-africa-beat-wales-23-19-at-twickenham/story-e6frf4pu-1227572536681'sv=e47c46efd8049dd1544cbc48d5accfd6)

[bob10]

All Blacks player ratings


No Cookies | Fox Sports News, Live Sport, Sports | Fox Sports (http://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/rugby-world-cup-2015-all-blacks-player-ratings-from-their-quarter-final-demolition-of-france/story-e6frf4pu-1227573100208'sv=e45c71d2d7f0d9c2667547a18f2627a7)

[jerryd]

Is this match available to watch anywhere on line ?? Would like to watch if possible

[carlschmid2002]

I think it is 2 am AEDT or 1 am in QLD. I have to work to morrow so I am recording it. I think it on GEM or one of the Channel 7 derivatives.

[bob10]

Bring on the real Folau...


Five talking points from the Wallabies’ win over Scotland | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/19/five-talking-points-from-the-wallabies-win-over-scotland/)

[bob10]

The Scots were right! World Rugby confirm Joubert got it wrong | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/20/the-scots-were-right-world-rugby-confirm-craig-joubert-got-that-penalty-wrong/)

[bob10]

Rugby World Cup: Four very different semi-final form lines | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/20/rugby-world-cup-four-very-different-semi-final-form-lines/)

[bob10]

Match officials for Rugby World Cup semi-finals announced | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/20/match-officials-for-rugby-world-cup-semi-finals-announced/)

[bob10]

A Lebanese immigrant, who can speak 4 languages, just about flunked out of high School, but is a self made millionare. And grew up playing Rugby league. Just about the best person to coach a group of prima donnas, that was the Wallabies






Rugby World Cup 2015: Wallabies coach one of the most interesting characters in Australian sport (http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/rugby-union/rugby-world-cup-2015-wallabies-coach-one-of-the-most-interesting-characters-in-australian-sport-20151008-gk4gkv.html?utm_source=outbrain&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Outbrain_cpc)

[bob10]

Spiro says....


SPIRO: Joubert has been dudded by World Rugby for correct call | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/21/spiro-craig-joubert-has-been-dudded-by-world-rugby-and-the-scots/)

[bob10]

College gridiron tries the rolling maul


College football team uses a rolling maul for a touchdown | Other at The Roar TV (http://www.theroar.com.au/tv/college-football-team-uses-a-rolling-maul-for-a-touchdown/)

[bob10]

Pumas pursue World Cup dream against Wallabies | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/22/pumas-pursue-world-cup-dream-against-wallabies/)

[bob10]

The NRC finals


National Rugby Championship: Semi-final preview | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/22/national-rugby-championship-semi-final-preview/)

[bob10]

Rugby care factor? Unreasonably high | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/22/rugby-care-factor-unreasonably-high/)

[bob10]

This was written before the Boks Wales game. It is such a good article, it could not be ignored. I remember in the days of Ken Catchpole, how the ' Boks were the benchmark. Now, the All Blacks are. It has always been Boks V Blacks. The Wallabies hang around third ,for the most part , this game on the weekend will be a ripper.


Rugby Ragnarok has finally come for Heyneke Meyer and the Springboks | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/22/rugby-ragnarok-has-finally-come-for-heyneke-meyer-and-the-springboks/)

[bob10]

To the point, although NZ would disagree with Sydney being the centre of World Rugby. [ And Qld would, too]


SPIRO: Solve rugby’s northern hemisphere problem with a global season | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/22/spiro-solve-rugbys-northern-hemisphere-problem-with-a-global-season/)

[bob10]

Channel 9's GEM has the semi's live.


Rugby World Cup 2015 TV guide | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/rugby-world-cup/tv-guide/)

[bob10]

What is sinking Pacific Islands rugby? | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/23/what-is-sinking-pacific-islands-rugby/)

[bob10]

Rugby World Cup Big Questions: Job half done for the semi-finalists? | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/23/rugby-world-cup-big-questions-job-half-done-for-the-semi-finalists/)

[bob10]

"I am what I am, because of who we all are". How profound is that.


Wallabies' character and characters an enticing mix (http://www.watoday.com.au/rugby-union/rugby-world-cup/wallabies-character-and-characters-an-enticing-mix-20151022-gkfonk.html)

[bob10]

Rugby World Cup: All Blacks’ bench powers them to the Final | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/25/rugby-world-cup-all-blacks-bench-powers-them-to-the-final/)

[bob10]

Great to see St Patricks, Shorncliffe old boy Drew Mitchell, play well in the semi final, against Argentina. We used to watch him playing for the 1st 15 at Curlew Park, and you could see he was special, even then. Well, one to go. The Wallabies have had arguably the most difficult lead in to the final, will they have the energy , and fitness, to make it a contest? Hard to say. Do they have another 80+ minutes left in them? Hopefully so. I sense a vulnerability in the All Black side, the Springboks showed the way. Just one more supreme effort from the Wallabies, and it's four more years boys.

[carlschmid2002]

Great to see St Patricks, Shorncliffe old boy Drew Mitchell, play well in the semi final, against Argentina. We used to watch him playing for the 1st 15 at Curlew Park, and you could see he was special, even then. Well, one to go. The Wallabies have had arguably the most difficult lead in to the final, will they have the energy , and fitness, to make it a contest? Hard to say. Do they have another 80+ minutes left in them? Hopefully so. I sense a vulnerability in the All Black side, the Springboks showed the way. Just one more supreme effort from the Wallabies, and it's four more years boys.

Drew's brother Zane works here in the Army as an Aircraft Mechanic. He plays inter service but lives a beer and a smoke. People have said he showed more promise as a youngster.

[bob10]

Drew's brother Zane works here in the Army as an Aircraft Mechanic. He plays inter service but lives a beer and a smoke. People have said he showed more promise as a youngster.


That's interesting. I watched the GEM replay of the match, purely for the different commentary. [ GEM's is better than FOX, I think.] On Gem it was said Drew's brother coaches the ARMY side.

[cuppabillytea]

My Son is a Prop Forward Bob. He seems destined to take over the world. His best mate Jack, a Half Back, not withstanding.
I think the Wallabies can do it this time.
Cheers, Billy.

[bob10]

My Son is a Prop Forward Bob. He seems destined to take over the world. His best mate Jack, a Half Back, not withstanding.
I think the Wallabies can do it this time.
Cheers, Billy.


I bet Jack the halfback could talk the ears off a bronze statue :D [ not a fully paid up member of the half back club if he couldn't] I have the utmost respect for the front row, ever since, after one game during which I continually kicked away possession, causing our forwards to amble all over the field chasing it, [ couldn't call it running :angel:]our coach put me in the hooking position, for the next game. Cured the random kicking habit.


What they didn't realise is, back in my schoolboy rugby league days, my Dad , who played A Grade for Fortitude Valley, taught me the finer arts of cheating in a rugby league scrum [ they used to be contested.] EG, how to drop my bind, and reach into the opposition 2nd row. However, I was useless in the ruck & maul. Forwards are a different breed, front row forwards are a different species. :p I dips me lid. PS the wallabies can do it. With a bit of luck.

[bob10]

Drew's brother Zane works here in the Army as an Aircraft Mechanic. He plays inter service but lives a beer and a smoke. People have said he showed more promise as a youngster.


I know there were at least 3 brothers. Was the 3rd the Matt Mitchell, on this list?
well known Alumni of St Pats



Justice Tony Fitzgerald (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Fitzgerald_(judge)) - chaired Queensland's anti-corruption Inquiry in the late 1980s Fitzgerald Inquiry (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fitzgerald_Inquiry) and several other Inquiries.
Michael Crocker (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Crocker) - NRL (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NRL), Queensland State of Origin (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Queensland_State_of_Origin) and Australian Kangaroos (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Australian_Kangaroos) player
Drew Mitchell (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drew_Mitchell) - New South Wales Waratahs (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_South_Wales_Waratahs) / Australian Rugby Union (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rugby_Union) player
Matt Mitchell (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matt_Mitchell) - Senior Producer with Today (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Today_(Australian_TV_program)) on the Nine Network (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nine_Network)
Darren Bowley (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Brother_Australia_2006#Darren) - Big Brother Australia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Brother_Australia) 2006 contestant
Cheynee Stiller (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cheynee_Stiller) - AFL (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Australian_Football_League) Player
Jayson Bukuya (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jayson_Bukuya) - Rugby league player
Samuel Simpson (https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php'title=Samuel_Simpson&action=edit&redlink=1) - Olympic gymnast
Kyle Noke (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kyle_Noke) - Professional Mixed Martial Artist
Nathan Corbett (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nathan_Corbett) - W.K.N. Muay Thai Heavyweight World Champion
Jesse Mogg (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jesse_Mogg) - Professional Rugby Player For The Wallabies and The ACT Brumbies and
Brendan Whitecross (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brendan_Whitecross) - AFL Player for the Hawthorn Hawks
Dylan Napa (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dylan_Napa) - NRL Player for the Sydney Roosters
Lolo Fakaosilea (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lolo_Fakaosilea) - Rugby Union Player for the Queensland Reds

[bob10]

Defence is the word for the four-try Wallabies | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/26/defence-wins-it-for-the-wallabies/)

[carlschmid2002]

That's interesting. I watched the GEM replay of the match, purely for the different commentary. [ GEM's is better than FOX, I think.] On Gem it was said Drew's brother coaches the ARMY side.

He may have moved from player to coach. I saw him at work the other day. You would have thought that his brother would have shouted him a trip to the World Cup. I know he is player/coach of the Army Aviation side when they compete in the Inter Brigade Comp. We never had this when I was playing. The highlight of my Rugby career was playing in a combined Army/Navy side against the British Army side in Cairns when I was in recruiting up there. If NZ play like they did in the last World Cup final we could win easily.

[carlschmid2002]

Memories. East Timor Christmas 1999.

[bob10]

You got to hold Bill!. How good is that. Check out the win ratio graph, especially 2015


No Cookies | Fox Sports News, Live Sport, Sports | Fox Sports (http://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/rugby-world-cup-2015/wallabies-withstand-sackings-controversy-and-drama-in-epic-four-year-journey-to-2015-world-cup-final/story-e6frf4zl-1227582720641)

[carlschmid2002]

We flew Bill around for the day. We picked up Bill and Daniel Herbert, Dan Crowley and Mark Connors in the South at Suai and the first place we landed was at the Kiwi battalion. When we shut down this young Kiwi digger recognises the players and says "You bloke are here to take the **** hey" Dam right. I put it in plastic trunk wrapped up in my mates dirty sleeping bag.

[cuppabillytea]

I was in Ireland in 1999. I had to watch it all in pubs. My Irish mate was cheering louder for the Wallabies than I was. He told me, once back in OZ, that he told every one that I was his body guard. Some mate. :mad:

[bob10]

Nigel Owens. Wonder who the TMO is?


Owens to referee World Cup decider | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/27/owens-to-referee-world-cup-decider/)

[bob10]

One final rock face before the summit for the Wallabies | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/28/one-final-rock-face-summit-wallabies/)

[bob10]

Something for the Wallabies to think about. Probably the most sober assessment so far. Wish well meaning supporters would stop talking the Wallabies up. I remember when McKenzie did that, before a test.


The stats you don’t see on TV: Rugby World Cup final edition | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/29/the-stats-you-dont-see-on-tv-rugby-world-cup-final-edition/)

[bob10]

Some memorable Trans Tasman moments. I remember the 1999 W.C. netball final, holy cow, what a game!


Australia vs NZ: the greatest clashes off all time | The New Daily (http://thenewdaily.com.au/sport/2015/10/29/top-10-trans-tasman-showdowns/?utm_source=SilverpopMailing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20151030%20The%20New%20Daily%20Copy%2 03%20(2)&utm_content=&spMailingID=23864425&spUserID=MTIxODgyNjMyMTEwS0&spJobID=662943831&spReportId=NjYyOTQzODMxS0)

[bob10]

Tight clash awaits in National Rugby Championship final | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/29/tight-clash-awaits-in-national-rugby-championship-final/)

[carlschmid2002]

No Cookies | Fox Sports News, Live Sport, Sports | Fox Sports (http://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/chuck-norris-is-a-mad-wallabies-supporter/story-e6frf4pu-1227587981543)

Chuck Norris is behind the Wallabies.

[bob10]

No Cookies | Fox Sports News, Live Sport, Sports | Fox Sports (http://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/chuck-norris-is-a-mad-wallabies-supporter/story-e6frf4pu-1227587981543)

Chuck Norris is behind the Wallabies.


Wonder if that means Norris is a committed Wallaby supporter, or if you have to be mad to support Them. One thing , humble is not a word in the average Aussies lexicon. :p

[bob10]

Australia accidentally reveal Rugby World Cup final strategy! Notes on how to 'RATTLE' All Blacks' Kieran Read are pictured? | Daily Mail Online (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/rugbyunion/article-3296867/Rugby-World-Cup-final-Australia-reveal-strategy-notes-rattle-Kieran-Read-target-Blacks-wingers-leaked.html)


Its The old " leak the secret plans trick" chief.


But Max, they are the Real plans.


Don't worry chief, the plans are a wolf in sheeps clothing.We have them.


Brilliant, Max, the old distract them with the sexy sheep trick,,we have them . ummmm... does she have a sister

[bob10]

On the quality of the 2015 World Cup | Rugby at The Roar TV (http://www.theroar.tv/on-the-quality-of-the-2015-world-cup/)

[bob10]

If you haven't seen it, this is very good


https://youtu.be/ji65WI5QLZI




https://youtu.be/ji65WI5QLZI



https://youtu.be/ji65WI5QLZI

[bob10]

Michael Cheika on the brink of three international coaching records | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/10/31/michael-cheika-brink-three-international-coaching-records/)

[bob10]

Not long now, May the best side win, good luck to both. Let rugby be the winner. And, may the force be with the Wallabies.


https://youtu.be/YEuA5Y_Cc88

[bob10]

Well done, All Blacks, deserved champions. Although it could be argued Mr Owens missed 3 vital calls just before halftime, which may have had a large bearing on the result'


All Blacks relentless in winning the Rugby World Cup | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/11/01/all-blacks-relentless-in-winning-the-rugby-world-cup/)

[incisor]

Well done, All Blacks, deserved champions. Although it could be argued Mr Owens missed 3 vital calls just before halftime, which may have had a large bearing on the result'


All Blacks relentless in winning the Rugby World Cup | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/11/01/all-blacks-relentless-in-winning-the-rugby-world-cup/)

have to agree they were the best on the night by quite a margin

and yes those calls and a couple of others would have had a major bearing on the players on both sides...

[jerryd]

I posted this on the general chat post, but I think it should be here too :)

An unbelievable moment from Sonny Bill Williams


https://www.facebook.com/CrowdGoesWild/videos/10153692777613764/

[bob10]

have to agree they were the best on the night by quite a margin

and yes those calls and a couple of others would have had a major bearing on the players on both sides...


Disagree with quite a margin.


‘No excuses’ from classy Wallabies | The New Daily (http://thenewdaily.com.au/sport/2015/11/01/excuses-classy-wallabies/)

[bob10]

A well written piece . Anyone else pick up on Carter kicking the last goal with his right foot, not his normal left, " just for fun".? Talk about rubbing it in....






SPIRO: Can the All Blacks win the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan? | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/11/02/spiro-1987-2011-2015-can-blacks-win-2019-rwc-japan/)

[bob10]

Now the dust has settled, and emotions cooled, we can reflect on what we have just seen. The All Blacks proved what we all knew, they are the best rugby side in the World. The Wallabies showed enough to prove the future is bright, if we can just get our coaching structures right. Young rugby players in this country should be heartened by the thought if they work hard, apply themselves, they could find themselves in Japan in 2019. Hopefully, this time the All Blacks will be in the pool of death. :p I look forward with anticipation to the next 4 years, boys.

[bob10]

Japanese full back signs with the REDS


Japan's World Cup hero signs with the Queensland Reds | Rugby at The Roar TV (http://www.theroar.tv/japans-world-cup-hero-signs-with-the-queensland-reds/)

[bob10]

This is what I want to hear




Wallabies must improve: Cheika | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/11/04/wallabies-must-improve-cheika/)

[bob10]

NRC season wrap up


NRC 2015: The post-season wrap | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/11/06/nrc-2015-post-season-wrap/)

[bob10]

7 a side, hard road for Australia to hoe


Rocky sevens road for Quade, Wallabies | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/11/06/rocky-sevens-road-for-quade-wallabies/)

[bob10]

Look out World, here comes the USA


ProRugby in the USA: It’s not near, it’s here! | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/11/07/prorugby-in-the-usa-its-not-near-its-here/)

[bob10]

SPIRO: Sam Burgess is a league great and rugby journeyman | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/11/09/spiro-sam-burgess-league-great-rugby-journeyman/)

[bob10]

Moving on to the Wallabies’ England series in 2016 | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/11/10/moving-on-to-the-wallabies-england-series-in-2016/)

[bob10]

Oceana 7's, good result for Aus. I watched the games, some of those women can play, for sure. It was the best I've seen Aus. play. Pama Fau has bulked up , and was all power & presence. A young bloke from Vic., Hutchison, had a blinder. Both men & womens' teams have qualified for the Olympics. The mens' coach has resigned, [ personal reasons] the womens' coach stood in for the day, they are looking for a new mens' coach. No names mentioned yet, the main 7's comp starts in 2 weeks.

Aussie men in rugby sevens heaven | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/11/15/aussie-men-in-rugby-sevens-heaven/)

[bob10]

Ritchie retires

No Cookies | Fox Sports News, Live Sport, Sports | Fox Sports (http://www.foxsports.com.au/rugby/all-blacks-captain-richie-mccaw-confirms-retirement-at-a-press-conference-in-wellington/story-e6frf4pu-1227614942270)

[Chenz]

Now the dust has settled, and emotions cooled, we can reflect on what we have just seen. The All Blacks proved what we all knew, they are the best rugby side in the World. The Wallabies showed enough to prove the future is bright, if we can just get our coaching structures right. Young rugby players in this country should be heartened by the thought if they work hard, apply themselves, they could find themselves in Japan in 2019. Hopefully, this time the All Blacks will be in the pool of death. :p I look forward with anticipation to the next 4 years, boys.

They were not in a pool, they were in puddle. That draw was a disgrace and should never be allowed to happen again. I was in London for the 1/4s and that was the feeling from everyone that they had a free ride to the final.

You could see we were walking wounded compared to a full strength All Blacks outfit. When we got to within 4 points they looked rattled. We hold a couple of those dropped passes and it would have been a totally different outcome.

Funny thing is that off all the games I watched in Italy, England and Phuket on the way home, the only fans that went off like pork chops and spoiled the whole show were Kiwis who demonstrated Little Country syndrome.

I am marrieds to a KIWI and even she was embarrassed by their behaviour.

Already planning Japan 2019

[bob10]

Already planning Japan 2019

Me too. Already cutting back on the xxxx to save for the trip. That is a major sacrifice, by golly.

[bob10]

Cheika enjoying his time with Barbarians | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/11/21/cheika-enjoying-his-time-with-barbarians/)

[bob10]

Oops!

Pumas demolish star-studded Barbarians | Rugby at The Roar TV (http://www.theroar.tv/pumas-demolish-star-studded-barbarians/)

[bob10]

SPIRO: Wallabies alert, here comes Eddie Jones and his new England warriors! | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/11/23/spiro-wallabies-alert-comes-eddie-jones-new-england-warriors/)

[bob10]

Brent Pope anoints Savea as the next great All Black no 7

Brent Pope: Arnie Savea to replace McCaw | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/11/25/brent-pope-arnie-savea-replace-mccaw/)

[bob10]

Any team that beats these blokes, has earned it.

https://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/sport/a/30202893/all-blacks-sevens-team-named-for-dubai-and-cape-town/

[bob10]

They wore all black before the all blacks

https://saintsandheathens.wordpress.com/2013/12/31/new-zeland-maori-rugby/

[bob10]

Dan Carter, Legend.

Dan Carter shows up team-mate with superior French | Rugby at The Roar TV (http://www.theroar.com.au/tv/dan-carter-shows-up-team-mate-with-superior-french/)

[bob10]

Super Rugby and starting all over again | The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2016/02/25/super-rugby-starting/)