Rugby 2019 The power of the HAKA

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This is torture, when does the footy start?

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_R-IrhtIzk)

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HAKA, the history.

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AnlFocaA64M)

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HAKA, the passion.

Ultimo Haka por Lomu - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XcJVfCEgqPc)

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I remember when the Wallabies could play rugby. In this try from Campese, watch the lead up in the set piece lineout. Looking forward to the 2019 season. Eales, Farr Jones …..

David Campese highlights you tube - Bing video (https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=David+Campese+highlights+you+tube&view=detail&mid=A39C3661E542461C2F45A39C3661E542461C2F45&FORM=VIRE)

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The Qld REDS are underdogs. I'll still back them.

Super Rugby 2019 preview series: Queensland Reds (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/01/super-rugby-2019-preview-series-queensland-reds/)

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The Jaguares, 2019.

https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/02/how-will-the-jaguares-fare-in-2019/

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Larkham sacked.

Stephen Larkham sacked as Wallabies assistant coach (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/04/stephen-larkham-to-switch-roles-within-rugby-au/)

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What the All Blacks Coach really thinks about Cheika. Brilliant, funny what you say when you don't think it will be published.

https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/05/theyve-got-mickey-mouse-coaching-hansen-shocks-with-stinging-cheika-rebuke/

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Super Rugby 2019 preview series: NSW Waratahs (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/07/super-rugby-2019-preview-series-nsw-waratahs/)

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The Sharks.

https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/08/super-rugby-2019-preview-series-sharks/

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The Rebels.

Super Rugby 2019 preview series: Melbourne Rebels (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/09/super-rugby-2019-preview-series-melbourne-rebels/)

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Alex Dombrandt, an Englishman to remember?

Alex Dombrandt has been a ‘standout’ in his rookie season says Harlequins boss Gustard (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/16/alex-dombrandt-has-been-a-standout-in-his-rookie-season-says-harlequins-boss-gustard/)

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If Quade can keep his brain snaps to minimum, could be his year. Have to see him against a quality KIWI side though.

The Wrap: Cooper and Genia go ‘back to the future’ in Super Rugby opener (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/18/the-wrap-cooper-and-genia-go-back-to-the-future-in-super-rugby-opener/)

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Brad Thorn's coaching, will it pass the test ?

https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/19/queensland-beautiful-one-day-paying-the-bills-the-next/

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Michael OConnor, I remember watching him play. One of the best.


Michael O'Connor is a brilliant choice as the third Wallabies selector (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/20/michael-oconnor-is-a-brilliant-choice-as-the-third-wallabies-selector/)

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Part of more. Stories from around around Australia , about people and rugby.

Part of More 2019 | Rugby AU (http://www.rugbyau.com/media/partofmore/part-of-more-2019)

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Mick O’Connor? Start Pocock in the 7 and Hooper off the bench, thanks (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/22/mick-oconnor-start-pocock-in-the-7-and-hooper-off-the-bench-thanks/)

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Rocket Rod Davies to 7's, this round of Super Rugby, and more

"Rocket" Rod Davies jets in for trial with Aussie sevens team | RUGBY.com.au (http://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/02/21/Sevens-Rocket-Rod)

SuperHub Round 2: All the teams, times and television for Super Rugby | RUGBY.com.au (http://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/02/21/SuperHub-Week2)

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Well, a better start than last year, at least. Best not to get carried away.

Brumbies smash Chiefs in Super Rugby (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/24/brumbies-smash-chiefs-in-super-rugby/)

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Round 2 round up.

https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/24/six-talking-points-from-super-rugby-round-2/

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Sprinbok management play hard ball. About time. Look out rest of the World.

South Africa scraps Boks' eligibility cap (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/24/south-africa-scraps-boks-eligibility-cap/)

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Let's hope the players don't read the hype.

Fit Lealiifano shoots into Wallabies mix (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/24/fit-lealiifano-shoots-into-wallabies-mix/)

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Wales, a dark horse.

Wales overcome England 21-13 to be last unbeaten team in 6N (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/wales-overcome-england-21-13-to-be-last-unbeaten-team-in-6n/ar-BBU02vM?ocid=spartandhp)

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Front row crisis: Tolu Latu faces suspension after Waratahs win (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/front-row-crisis-tolu-latu-faces-suspension-after-waratahs-win/ar-BBTZYj7?ocid=spartandhp)

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Didn't take long......

The Wallabies need to drop some of their Waratahs stalwarts (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/25/the-wallabies-need-to-drop-some-of-their-waratahs-stalwarts/)

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The Wrap: Sparkling Brumbies lay down challenge to Australian rugby fans (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/25/the-wrap-sparkling-brumbies-lay-down-challenge-to-australian-rugby-fans/)

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Brumbies turn back the clock.Brumbies turn back the clock as Reds set their 2019 bar (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/26/brumbies-turn-back-the-clock-as-reds-set-their-2019-bar/)

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Five talking points from the third roun d of the Six Nations championship.

Five talking points from Round 3 of the Six Nations Championship (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/26/five-talking-points-from-round-3-of-the-six-nations-championship/)

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Nobody's statue sends the right message. John Eales.

https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/26/statue-sends-right-message-eales/

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Round three, seconds out! Aussie rugby fans hold their breath. [ between beers, that is]

Super Rugby Round 3 teams: Wallabies back in the fold as Pocock, Hodge and Coleman headline this week's inclusions (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/02/27/super-rugby-round-3-teams-squads-as-theyre-named/)

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Watched both games, the Brumbies were out thought, by a better coach, the Rebels almost beat themselves , by a team missing about 5 of their best players. A long way to go yet. The REDS play the best team in the comp. by far, the Crusaders, tomorrow night. As long as they give their all, the result won't worry me.

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Rebels hold off Highlanders in Super Rugby (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/rebels-hold-off-highlanders-in-super-rugby/ar-BBUf0at?ocid=spartandhp)

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Heard of the World rugby competition.? Crazy stuff.

The not so-World League (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/02/the-not-so-world-league/)

Pacific Nations to boycott the World Cup.

Pacific nations could boycott World Cup in response to World League snub (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/02/pacific-nations-could-boycott-world-cup-in-response-to-world-league-snub/)

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Greed drives the World competition.

Say no to the World League (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/01/say-no-to-the-world-league/)

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Vale MIKE.

Blues prop Mike Tamoaieta, 23, passes away (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/blues-prop-mike-tamoaieta-23-passes-away/ar-BBUgSbT?ocid=spartandhp)

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World rugby in turmoil.

The World Rugby 12-team league is a Six Nations set-up (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/04/the-world-rugby-12-team-league-is-a-six-nations-set-up/)

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Crusaders cheat in the REDS clash.

Utter confusion! Play bizarrely stopped as referees figure out Crusaders interchange (https://www.theroar.com.au/rugby-union/video/utter-confusion-play-bizarrely-stopped-as-referees-figure-out-crusaders-interchange-732178/)

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The 2019 challenge: Creating front-foot ball when the back foot isn’t moving (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/05/the-2019-challenge-creating-front-foot-ball-when-the-back-foot-isnt-moving/)

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The ruck tactics used by the Crusaders to defeat QLD. NZ coaches are streets ahead of ours.

Why possession is nine-tenths of the law (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/06/why-possession-is-nine-tenths-of-the-law/)

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The golden days of Aussie rugby. Led by a Queenslander.

https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/06/world-cup-icons-john-eales/

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How is this for a HAKA.

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUbx-AcDgXo)

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Super rugby round 4.

Super Rugby Round 4 teams: Beale named at fullback for Waratahs (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/06/super-rugby-round-4-teams-every-squad-as-its-named/)

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They are blaming match fixing. The culprit is match losing, elementary, Watson.

Wallabies set to be re-investigated over match-fixing allegations: report (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/wallabies-set-to-be-re-investigated-over-match-fixing-allegations-report/ar-BBUu1Zm?ocid=spartandhp)

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Quade and his new best mate.

Mateship at first sight: How Billy and Quade struck up a killer combo in Melbourne | RUGBY.com.au (http://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/03/08/Super-Meakes-Quade)

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Qld women coaches have promised to feed their players before the match against the Waratahs.

Super W: Queensland ready to put biting controversy in past | RUGBY.com.au (http://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/03/08/Superw-Queensland-NSW-Lingman)

Watch the game Sunday, RUGBY.com.au 3 pm.

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Georgia Page, go you good thing!. Another Queenslander carrying those Mexicans.

Life after that viral vid: Georgia turning a new page in the Super W | RUGBY.com.au (http://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/03/08/Georgia-Page-feature-Walmsley)

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Bread of Heaven. As good as the Haka, IMO.

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5iPqepdQhR8)

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What isn't well known today, is the fact Wales saved Qld rugby. When touring teams refused to play in Qld, with Qld rugby going broke, Wales toured and donated the takings to Qld rugby. Without that, Qld rugby may not exist. Hence the Qld Reds.

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NBpQqQ87JOg)

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One more tribute. Before I die, I must go to Cardiff Arms Park, to experience this.

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HmvgclBoxq4)

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Six Nations Rugby. Anthems. Some say Rugby is War played on a sporting field. I'm ok with that. ISIS don't play rugby.
EDIT oops.

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9uyarJbQqg)

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Rugby, a gentlemans game. Played by gentlemen with a bit of mongrel in them.

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8piFUvfS1qo)

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Referees, wielding power with respect Love Nigel Owens " I have not met you before I am the referee, this is not soccer, "

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=43AdWFSXhgs)

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Wallaby squad training camp not to train, but to " monitor and screen players". Isn't that something they do with prisoners?

Michael Cheika snubs controversial Wallabies star from World Cup training camp (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/michael-cheika-snubs-controversial-wallabies-star-from-world-cup-training-camp/ar-BBUya42?ocid=spartandhp)

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Rugby World cup free to air on 10.

Ten, Fox to show Rugby World Cup (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/ten-fox-to-show-rugby-world-cup/ar-BBUxZNt?ocid=spartandhp)

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Rebels V Brumbies.

Rebels notch tight Super win over Brumbies (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/rebels-notch-tight-super-win-over-brumbies/ar-BBUwDGp?ocid=spartandhp)

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The NZ women's HAKA

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OtOwpwR8JWw)

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6 Nations report.

https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/11/seven-talking-points-from-six-nations-round-4/

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No. 12 problem for the Wallabies sorted? perhaps.

Why the Wallabies should be on the midfield K-trail (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/13/why-the-wallabies-should-be-on-the-midfield-k-trail/)

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World Cup. Wallabies must top pool D, or face an early exit. Don't top pool D, face England, & if successful, All Blacks. The odds are against us.



A lot to learn for the Wallabies from this weekend's Six Nations action (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/13/a-lot-to-learn-for-the-wallabies-from-this-weekends-six-nations-action/)

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Pocock out.Super Rugby Round 5 teams: Five changes for Reds (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/13/super-rugby-round-5-teams-rona-left-out-of-waratahs-squad-for-derby/)

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Tuilagi to stay with England.

England boost as Tuilagi snubs France move (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/14/england-boost-as-tuilagi-snubs-france-move/)

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What happened in Christchurch seems to make Rugby , well, not that important.

Sonny Bill Williams sends tearful tribute to Christchurch shooting victims (https://www.msn.com/en-au/news/world/sonny-bill-williams-sends-tearful-tribute-to-christchurch-shooting-victims/ar-BBUNlPj?ocid=spartandhp)

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Then again.... Life goes on.

Wales unchanged for Six Nations decider (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/15/wales-unchanged-for-six-nations-decider/)

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Brumbies take down Waratahs in Super clash (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/brumbies-take-down-waratahs-in-super-clash/ar-BBUOfWA?ocid=spartandhp)

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Wales wins the 6 Nations, and the Grand Slam. But, 6 penalties, and 1 try. The Wallabies had better get their discipline right.

Wales clinch 6 Nations and the Grand Slam after dismantling of Ireland (https://www.theroar.com.au/rugby-union/video/wales-clinch-6-nations-and-the-grand-slam-after-dismantling-of-ireland-736167/)

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Talking about discipline, the Rebels were terrible.

Hard work and discipline has to be the new Australian way (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/19/hard-work-and-discipline-has-to-be-the-new-australian-way/)

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Bring back the real Higginbotham.

https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/19/bring-back-the-real-scott-higginbotham/

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Georgia undefeated in Europe's 'other' Six Nations (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/20/georgia-undefeated-in-europes-other-six-nations/)

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Six Nations a personal triumph for Warren Gatland, but not Wales (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/19/six-nations-a-personal-triumph-for-warren-gatland-but-not-wales/)

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Sunwolves to be cut from Super Rugby.

Sunwolves cut from Super Rugby (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/sunwolves-cut-from-super-rugby/ar-BBUZcTA?ocid=spartandhp)

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Pick players with skill, and mongrel. Few on the ground, around here.How will Michael Cheika solve the talent versus toughness equation? (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/20/how-will-michael-cheika-solve-the-talent-versus-toughness-equation/)

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A well earned win for the REDS.

Hot Reds notch bonus point Brumbies win (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/hot-reds-notch-bonus-point-brumbies-win/ar-BBV9v3u?ocid=spartandhp)

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Deans backs the Sunwolves for " rapid rugby "

https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/23/deans-backs-sunwolves-for-rapid-rugby/ (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/23/deans-backs-sunwolves-for-rapid-rugby/)

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Waratahs. Moving up ?

Waratahs big win only step one in pursuit of title (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/26/waratahs-big-win-only-step-one-in-pursuit-of-title/)

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Reds cook Brumbies in the Cauldron and show why Samu Kerevi must be kept in Australia (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/26/reds-cook-brumbies-in-the-cauldron-and-show-why-samu-kerevi-must-be-kept-in-australia/)

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Super Rugby: The super stats Round 7 preview and Round 6 wrap (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/28/super-rugby-the-super-stats-round-7-preview-and-round-6-wrap/)

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Nations league proposal on the way out?



https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/27/nations-league-proposal-set-for-the-scrapheap-as-england-reportedly-opt-out/

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"You're not always going to win friends": Scott Johnson ready to make the tough calls | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/03/29/Scott-Johnson-Return)

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Waratahs make no excuses for shock loss (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/30/waratahs-make-no-excuses-for-shock-loss/)

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Johnny Wilkinson, the man behind the player. Striving for perfection.

World Cup icons: Jonny Wilkinson and the relentless pursuit of perfection (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/03/30/world-cup-icons-jonny-wilkinson-and-the-relentless-pursuit-of-perfection/)

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Will Michael Cheika accept Scott Johnson's 'skilful' Wallabies plan? (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/04/01/will-michael-cheika-accept-scott-johnsons-skilful-wallabies-plan/)

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Can Cheika get the best out of Cooper ?

The coach required to get the best out of Quade Cooper for the Wallabies (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/the-coach-required-to-get-the-best-out-of-quade-cooper-for-the-wallabies/ar-BBVvmlC?ocid=spartandhp)

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Halfway to heaven: The Will and Quade show rolls on (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/04/03/halfway-to-heaven-the-will-quade-show-rolls-on/)

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Check this out Toulouse, from a 7 man 5 metre scrum, to the other end in a great break out.

'What is this sport?': Commentators lose it over crazy Champions Cup play (https://www.theroar.com.au/rugby-union/video/what-is-this-sport-commentators-lose-it-over-crazy-champions-cup-play-745086/)

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Rebels wary of Sunwolves.

Rebels wary of wounded Super Sunwolves (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/04/05/rebels-wary-of-wounded-super-sunwolves/)

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Brumbies fall .

Brumbies fall short against Crusaders (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/brumbies-fall-short-against-crusaders/ar-BBVFBm7?ocid=spartandhp)

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Reds win against the Bulls. But not convincing. Trip to South Africa coming up, that will be a test.

Reds' strong finish weathers Stormers (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/04/06/reds-strong-finish-weathers-stormers/)

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Waratahs fall again, to the Blues. If they are not careful, the REDS will pass them on the ladder. That WOULD be embarrassing.

Izzy has his try-scoring record, but Waratahs lose again (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/04/07/izzy-has-his-try-scoring-record-but-waratahs-lose-again/)

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The passing of a great Wallaby , Lloyd McDermott.

Legendary Indigenous Wallaby Lloyd McDermott dies aged 79 (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/legendary-indigenous-wallaby-lloyd-mcdermott-dies-aged-79/ar-BBVGTyr?ocid=spartandhp)

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Eidsvold has produced a couple of champions.RM Williams and LLyod Mcdermott

The late great Lloyd McDermott was a very special human being (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/04/08/the-late-great-lloyd-mcdermott-was-a-very-special-human-being/)

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Goal kickers to the fore.

In a Super Rugby season this close, the sharpshooters will be the difference (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/04/09/in-a-super-rugby-season-this-close-the-sharpshooters-will-be-the-difference/)

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Rugby Nation episode 3


WATCH: The Rugby Nation show - Episode three | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/04/10/Rugby-Nation-Episode3)

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Beale has tonsilitis.

Beale illness adds to Waratahs' woes (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/beale-illness-adds-to-waratahs-woes/ar-BBVYhm5?ocid=spartandhp)

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Aussie kids trained by ex AB's. An eye opener for the kids, some quality coaching RA doesn't provide.

Comment: Why future Wallabies players are being coached by former All Blacks (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/comment-why-future-wallabies-players-are-being-coached-by-former-all-blacks/ar-BBW3uhE?ocid=spartandhp)

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Go the REDS !

Kerevi labels Sharks clash a "must-win" as Reds attempt to salvage season | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/04/18/super-rugby-reds-sharks-kerevi)

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The Dalby Wheatmen, represented by Hoopert. My family lived in Dalby for a while, back in the day they had 3 Rugby league teams [ Colts, brothers, waratahs] one rugby un ion team, and a soccer team. The population has shrunk a bit to one RL , one Ru, and a soccer team, I've been told. They played hard, on and off the field. Happy days.

Reds' rural roots on show as Hoopert makes run-on debut | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/04/18/super-rugby-reds-hoopert)

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Rugby Nation, episode 4.

WATCH: The Rugby Nation show - Episode Four | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/04/18/Rugby-Nation-Episode4)

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Cheika stumbles in first test of new Wallabies paradigm (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/04/19/cheika-stumbles-in-first-test-of-new-wallabies-paradigm/)

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The Wrap: Foley TKOs Cooper as Australian conference tightens up (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/04/22/the-wrap-foley-tkos-cooper-as-australian-conference-tightens-up/)

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Anzac Day story of the AIF rugby team that saved Australian Rugby, back in 1919. They defeated the All Blacks, on the way.

Anzac Day feature: The champion team of war-weary soldiers that "saved" Australian rugby in 1919 | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/04/25/ANZAC-AIF-Team-1919)

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Wasteful Brumbies lose to Jaguares (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/wasteful-brumbies-lose-to-jaguares/ar-BBWm1MJ?ocid=spartandhp)

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The Waratahs found another way to lose.

'We're not going to give up': Waratahs boss on woeful Bankwest crowd (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/were-not-going-to-give-up-waratahs-boss-on-woeful-bankwest-crowd/ar-BBWmM8O?ocid=spartandhp)

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Well, it was bound to happen. A polynesian revolt.

Israel Folau saga erupts again as Taniela Tupou weighs in (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/05/01/israel-folau-saga-erupts-again-as-taniela-tupou-weighs-in/)

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We've got one back .Could be a good thing.

Brumbies sign promising lock Nick Frost after Crusaders stint | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/05/03/Super-Brumbies-Frost)

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TEAM NEWS: Olympic spot on the line for Aussie women | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/05/02/Sevens-Women-Australia)

[bob10]

VALE, Brian Lochore.

New Zealand rugby legend Lochore dies (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/08/04/new-zealand-rugby-legend-lochore-dies/)

[bob10]

From the ROAR, Nicholas Bishop gives a rugby masterclass

How the Wallabies are evolving under their new attack coach (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/08/07/how-the-wallabies-are-cleaning-house-under-shaun-berne/)

[bob10]

Well, here we go again.

Wallabies vs All Blacks preview and prediction (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/08/10/wallabies-vs-all-blacks-preview-and-prediction/)

[bob10]

Well, the Wallabies did it. Although a red card to the All Blacks will be a bone of contention .

Wallabies smash records, All Blacks in Bledisloe one (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/wallabies-smash-records-all-blacks-in-bledisloe-one/ar-AAFCwyP?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Just watched the tape. Looked like a different team, the All blacks looked lost. Hopefully the red card is a message that the refs will not tolerate the type of play the All Blacks have been getting away with for ages. All power to the referees.

Selectors must take a bow as bold choices turn to gold for Wallabies (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/selectors-must-take-a-bow-as-bold-choices-turn-to-gold-for-wallabies/ar-AAFD0G1?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

England to name their WC squad This week.Experimental England beat Wales 33-19 in World Cup warm-up (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/experimental-england-beat-wales-33-19-in-world-cup-warm-up/ar-AAFEJxt?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

The Wallabies should enjoy the moment, but keep their feet planted firmly on the Earth.

All Blacks only see the red in a Wallabies bolt from the blue (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/08/14/all-blacks-only-see-the-red-in-a-wallabies-bolt-from-the-blue/)

[bob10]

Good luck, boys.


Bledisloe Cup: Low-key Wallabies prepare to tackle Eden Park hoodoo | The New Daily (https://thenewdaily.com.au/sport/union/2019/08/16/bledisloe-cup-wallabies-eden-park/?utm_source=Adestra&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Saturday%20News%20-%2020190817)

[bob10]

The men of last week became the boys of EDEN park. The Wallabies surrendered at first contact with the enemy. No other word for it.



Wallabies 'punched in face' but Cup hopes remain | The New Daily (https://thenewdaily.com.au/sport/cricket/2019/08/17/bledisloe-cup-wallabies-hit-eden-park-deck-with-a-thud/?utm_source=Adestra&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Sunday%20Best%20-%2020190818)

[bob10]

A lack of pace out wide. Do we select Pocock, hoping for some turnover ball, at the expense of the Aussie lineout?


Cheika's Wallabies need a revised Plan A for RWC glory (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/08/19/cheikas-wallabies-need-a-revised-plan-a-for-rwc-glory/)

[bob10]

Forgot to mention. A 7 man AB scrum beating an 8 man Wallaby scrum? Beyond embarrassing.


the upside for the Wallabies after 36-0 loss to All blacks (https://thenewdaily.com.au/sport/union/2019/08/18/upside-for-wallabies-bledisloe-loss/?utm_source=Adestra&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Morning%20News%20)

[bob10]

32 great rugby tries

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dG2mPvMbVp8)

[bob10]

Tribute to Jonah Lomu,


YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y86I_9fgYcY)

[bob10]

The HAKA,



YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AnlFocaA64M)

[bob10]

I can smell the liniment. [ wait, it's on my arthritic hands[bigsad]] Argentina names their World cup squad. Mostly Jaguares, as expected.


Mario Ledesma names Argentina's World Cup squad, complete with one shock omission (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/08/20/mario-ledesma-names-argentinas-world-cup-squad-complete-with-one-shock-omission/)

[bob10]

Sometimes I wish this fellow was on our coaching staff.


All Black to the future at Eden Park (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/08/21/all-black-to-the-future-at-eden-park/)

[bob10]

Naka Drotski, Free State legend

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7I2fKU7z4l4)

[bob10]

Springbok rugby, the great centres.



YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RjhtNtzPsNE)

[bob10]

Rugby and respect.


YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CCuGJlkJOcM)

[bob10]

Wallabies announce World Cup squad.



Wallabies pack few surprises into World Cup squad, Petaia in contention for debut | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/08/22/Rugby-World-Cup-Wallabies-squad-announcement)

[bob10]

Teams for the third week of World cup "friendlies" in Europe.



International hub: Farrell and Ford reunite for England | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/08/21/International-hub-August-24)

[bob10]

It's a gender neutral World Cup. What a modern World we live in.


World Rugby drop gendered titles for World Cups | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/08/21/Rugby-World-Cup-gender-neutral)

[bob10]

The Barrets, a kiwi rugby family, what a wonderful story.

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0v5UE2cIarY)

[bob10]

Raising All Blacks, the Barret family.


YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9uyoZkH3LDQ)

[bob10]

The best Springbok flankers.

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGW7qOgmhI8)

[bob10]

Brian O'driscoll, Thank you Brian. Knowledge is knowing tomato is a fruit, wisdom is knowing not to put it in a fruit salad. Love it.

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcFgM4-_V5Y)

[bob10]

Sean O'brian, the Tullow tank.

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hF-WJVHsGoc)

[bob10]

World roundup. Rugby around the World.

Global wrap: Nauru debut in New Guinea, Zimbabwe on top in Africa, Mexico stun Paraguay (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/08/26/global-wrap-nauru-debut-in-new-guinea-zimbabwe-on-top-in-africa-mexico-stun-paraguay/)

[bob10]

As if the All Blacks [ and England , Ireland , Wales, etc] weren't enough, their is a curse the Wallabies are up against.



Can Cheika's Wallabies beat the curse of the beaten RWC finalist? (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/08/26/can-cheikas-wallabies-beat-the-curse-of-the-beaten-rwc-finalist/)

[bob10]

More to the Russian loss than meets the eye.


More to Russian defeat than met the eye (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/08/23/more-to-russian-defeat-than-met-the-eye/)

[bob10]

All Blacks World cup squad. With some surprising omissions.


All Blacks name imposing World Cup squad, complete with shock omissions (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/08/28/all-blacks-name-imposing-world-cup-squad-complete-with-shock-omissions/)

[bob10]

The Dark Art of the scrum, where grown men [ at least away from the grog] put their heads in unspeakable places.


Perception and reality: The Wallabies and All Blacks scrum from Perth to Eden Park (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/08/28/perception-and-reality-the-wallabies-and-all-blacks-scrum-from-perth-to-eden-park/)

[bob10]

For the love of rugby.


For the love of rugby (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/08/29/for-the-love-of-rugby-2/)

[bob10]

The NRC is back! Check it out, great rugby , and this year the original city of Sydney jersey is back.With a collar. [ It's a latte set thing]




https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/08/29/return-of-the-old-sydney-jersey-the-final-missing-piece-of-the-nrc-puzzle/

[bob10]

The Wallabies new attack plan. Get it right, the All Blacks are toast!



Comment: The New Wallabies attack: How did they nearly get one over the All Blacks (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/comment-the-new-wallabies-attack-how-did-they-nearly-get-one-over-the-all-blacks/ar-AAGyMj2?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Internationals, France V Italy, Fiji V Tonga , Wales V Ireland , Georgia V Scotland , Team lists and game times.



International Hub: Navidi to captain Wales, Scotland ring changes for Georgia | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/08/29/International-hub-August-31)

[bob10]

World Cup, the team lists so far.



Rugby World Cup Squad Hub: All the teams for Japan 2019 | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/08/20/Rugby-World-Cup-squad-hub)

[bob10]

The NRC testing new laws for Rugby.


McKay NRC Column: Law trials create a new unknown in 2019 | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/08/29/NRC-McKay-round-one-column)

[bob10]

Super Rugby, REDS rely on home grown talent for 2020. I was excited when Brad Thorn was appointed coach, more excited for QLD rugby now. It may not happen in one season, but it will happen. QLD back on top, to flog the show pony Waratahs. EDIT. James O'Connor back where he belongs, with the right attitude.



Reds elevate homegrown talent to finalise Super Rugby squad for 2020 | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/08/27/super-rugby-reds-squad-2020)

[bob10]

How should Australia approach this weekend's Samoa test? And why have extra players flown to the training camp?


https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/03/how-should-the-wallabies-approach-saturdays-samoa-test/

[bob10]

Looking more and more like England will be favourites for the World Cup. A strong aggressive forward pack, and huge fast back line. An Aussie coach, with a Kiwi assistant. They just look too good to me.


Have England come good for the Rugby World Cup just in the nick of time? (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/04/have-england-come-good-for-the-rugby-world-cup-just-in-the-nick-of-time/)

[bob10]

World Cup preview pool A.



https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/04/rugby-world-cup-2019-preview-series-pool-a/

[bob10]

Wallabies team to play Samoa.



Pocock to captain Wallabies for Samoa Test | Qantas Wallabies (https://wallabies.rugby/news/2019/09/04/pocock-to-captain-wallabies-vs-samoa)

[bob10]

World Cup preview, Pool B


Rugby World Cup 2019 preview series: Pool B (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/05/rugby-world-cup-2019-preview-series-pool-b/)

[bob10]

The new rules trialling during the NRC put to the test. The 50/22 or 22/50 just confuse me. Probably just me.




Early days, but some of these NRC Law Variations have merit (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/05/early-days-but-some-of-these-nrc-law-variations-have-merit/)

[bob10]

Preview group C.


Rugby World Cup 2019 preview series: Pool C (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/06/rugby-world-cup-2019-preview-series-pool-c/)

[bob10]

Springbok Chester Williams dies, aged 49.



https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/07/springbok-world-cup-hero-williams-passes-away-at-49/

[bob10]

Wales Vs Ireland, Saturday night.



Why all Wallabies supporters should be watching Wales vs Ireland this weekend (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/07/why-all-wallabies-supporters-should-be-watching-wales-vs-ireland-this-weekend/)

[bob10]

Australia beat Samoa, but not convincing.


Wallabies beat Samoa 34-15 in Sydney (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/08/wallabies-beat-samoa-34-15-in-sydney/)

[bob10]

Teams for the World Cup.


Rugby World Cup squads 2019: All 20 teams in full for the tournament in Japan (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/rugby-world-cup-squads-2019-all-20-teams-in-full-for-the-tournament-in-japan/ar-AAGZxX9?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Pool D.



https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/09/rugby-world-cup-2019-preview-series-pool-d/

[bob10]

Fixtures.



Rugby World Cup 2019 Fixtures & Draw (https://www.theroar.com.au/rugby-union/rugby-world-cup/rugby-world-cup-fixtures/)

[bob10]

Spiros tells it as he saw it.


David Pocock is ready for the Wallabies but not as starter (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/09/david-pocock-is-ready-for-the-wallabies-but-not-as-starter/)

[bob10]

World Cup preview, Scotland.


Rugby World Cup 2019 preview series: Scotland (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/10/rugby-world-cup-2019-preview-series-scotland/)

[bob10]

RWC 2019, the power of the HAKA, Japan. Fantastic.


New Zealand's All Blacks welcomed in Japan at Rugby World Cup with haka - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) (https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-09-10/rugby-world-cup-all-blacks-greeted-by-haka-in-japan/11496720)

[bob10]

Another excellent article by Nicholas Bishop


The biggest Wallabies selection headache facing Michael Cheika ahead of the Rugby World Cup (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/11/samoan-selection-sudoku-for-michael-cheika-ahead-of-the-rugby-world-cup/)

[bob10]

RWC preview , Argentina.


Rugby World Cup 2019 preview series: Argentina (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/11/rugby-world-cup-2019-preview-series-argentina/)

[bob10]

The 2020 Super Rugby draw.


SANZAAR unveils Super Rugby fixture for 2020 (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/10/sanzaar-unveils-super-rugby-fixture-for-2020/)

[bob10]

World Cup preview, Australia.



https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/12/rugby-world-cup-2019-preview-series-australia/

[bob10]

World Cup preview , Ireland.


https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/13/rugby-world-cup-2019-preview-series-ireland/

[bob10]

Cheika, and the fallout from the Folau saga.


Wallabies coach Cheika reveals threats over Folau stance (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/wallabies-coach-cheika-reveals-threats-over-folau-stance/ar-AAHh4Bl?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

World cup preview, England. My tip for the winner.


Rugby World Cup 2019 preview series: England (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/17/rugby-world-cup-2019-preview-series-england/)

[bob10]

World Cup preview, South Africa.

Rugby World Cup 2019 preview series: South Africa (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/18/rugby-world-cup-2019-preview-series-south-africa/)

[bob10]

The All Blacks are upset the Springboks put pressure on the ref to ref evenly, and not favour the AB's. That doesn't happen, does it?


Around the Cup: War of words escalates ahead of New Zealand-South Africa clash | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/09/15/Rugby-World-Cup-news-hub-week-one)

[bob10]

How many people does it take to Tackle Semi Radrada? [ according to the Wallabies.]


"Hunt in threes": How the Wallabies plan to contain Semi and the flying Fijians | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/09/19/Rugby-World-Cup-Radradra-Wallabies)

[bob10]

Hodge in trouble over a suspect tackle.



Hodge in hot water: Fuming Fiji escalate tackle controversy (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/hodge-in-hot-water-fuming-fiji-escalate-tackle-controversy/ar-AAHDXiq?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Ireland's Sexton in an injury cloud, after the win over Scotland.


Rugby World Cup 2019: Joe Schmidt calms Johnny Sexton injury concerns after Ireland's winning start (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/rugby-world-cup-2019-joe-schmidt-calms-johnny-sexton-injury-concerns-after-irelands-winning-start/ar-AAHFNDE?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

England V Tonga, talking points.


England 35-3 Tonga: five talking points from England’s World Cup opener (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/england-35-3-tonga-five-talking-points-from-englands-world-cup-opener/ar-AAHG5me?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Have to admit, I was not impressed by the Wallabies first win.



RWC 2019: What we know about the Rugby World Cup – and Wallabies (https://thenewdaily.com.au/sport/union/2019/09/22/rwc-2019-wallabies-v-fiji/?utm_source=Adestra&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Morning%20News%20-%2020190923)

[bob10]

Cheika could be playing it smart by not showing his hand early...…. Or not.



Wallabies win well despite Cheika's dumb game plan (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/23/wallabies-win-well-despite-cheikas-dumb-game-plan/)

[bob10]

Wales has some surprises for Australia, the coach says.


https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/24/wales-gatland-promises-surprises-ahead-of-wallabies-encounter/

[bob10]

Cheika speaks in riddles.

https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/24/wallabies-promise-more-risk-more-adventure-against-wales/

[bob10]

Wallaby coaches since 1962. Part one. [ written in 2011, but worth a look, if only to know who coached the Wallabies over the years] From the ROAR.

https://www.theroar.com.au/2011/08/10/a-look-at-wallabies-coaches-since-1962-part-1/

[bob10]

Wallaby coaches since 1962 Part 2.


https://www.theroar.com.au/2011/08/11/wallabies-coaches-since-1962-part-ii/

[bob10]

Referees under the pump. There will be an improvement. Bad news for players like Kieran Read, whose illegal niggling tactics may not be tolerated. YEAH, right. They are the All Blacks, after all.[bighmmm]


World Rugby admits 'challenges' with refereeing at World Cup (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/world-rugby-admits-challenges-with-refereeing-at-world-cup/ar-AAHM082?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Another excellent article from Nicholas Bishop.

https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/25/why-the-wallabies-are-running-for-the-exit/

[bob10]

Now they've done it. Stirred up the AB's over the HAKA. Thanks a lot [ from the rest of the rugby teams in the World Cup]. Never poke the bear, [ or AB, in this case]


https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/26/hands-off-our-haka/

[bob10]

Wales talks it up.


'We left 15 points out there': Wales sledge Wallabies ahead of crunch pool match (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/we-left-15-points-out-there-wales-sledge-wallabies-ahead-of-crunch-pool-match/ar-AAHTJdJ?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

The Wallabies team to face Wales.

Wallabies make major changes for Wales Rugby World Cup match (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/27/breaking-wallabies-make-major-changes-for-wales-rugby-world-cup-match/)

[bob10]

The Namibian players took time off work to play in the World Cup. Next up they play South Africa, the other end of the spectrum. They'll give their best, all you can ask.


Namibian squad taken time off from their day jobs to make it to the World Cup (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/namibian-squad-taken-time-off-from-their-day-jobs-to-make-it-to-the-world-cup/ar-AAHVvvC?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Most would know now that Japan defeated Ireland, in a couragous effort. Japan are the real deal, not good enough to win against the top teams consistently, but good enough to shake the World cup up. And the Japanese people have taken to rugby in a big way. Also most teams will know the referees are jumping on high tackles.


Around the Cup: Fourth player banned for high tackle | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/09/21/Around-the-Cup-week-2)

[bob10]

Japan stun Ireland.


Shizuoka Scenes: Japan pull off miracle win over Ireland; host nation in raptures | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/news/2019/09/28/rugby-world-cup-japan-ireland-match)

[bob10]

Meanwhile, in the NRC....



McKay column: Five burning questions for NRC Round 5 | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/09/27/nrc-mckay-column-round5)

[bob10]

Uni 7's, all the teams and fixture times at Bond UNI. this weekend.

Uni 7s Hub: All the teams and fixture times ahead of Round 2 at Bond University this weekend | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/09/26/aon-uni-7s-team-hub-round2)

[bob10]

Good question. Which Wallaby team will show up for the Wales game?


Wallabies world cup: Which team will turn up against Wales? (https://thenewdaily.com.au/sport/rugby-league/2019/09/27/wallabies-wales-world-cup/?utm_source=Adestra&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Saturday%20News%20-%2020190928)

[bob10]

Cheika breaches rugby's code of conduct for coaches. Australian rugby will never move forward with Cheika as coach. He must go after the World Cup.


Rogue Cheika has breached the code of conduct over Reece Hodge (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/29/rogue-cheika-has-breached-the-code-of-conduct-over-reece-hodge/)

[bob10]

Well, Wales won, and won well. Once again, selections played a part in the Wallaby loss. I feel sorry for Foley, selected to play in a game he was obviously not ready for. At the end, he looked totally shattered. His confidence will be shot, and any positive input to the team in the future is debateable. The only answer to the Wallabies problems , I'm afraid to say, is a new Coach. Cheika is out of time, out of his depth, and out of ideas. His team is falling apart, at least one prominent back considering going to the NRL. The Wallabies will progress to the next level, but no further, is the general feeling. I don't mind them losing, if they play well.

The Wallabies didn't lose because of Romain Poite, but World Rugby, we do have a problem (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/09/30/the-wallabies-didnt-lose-because-of-romain-poite-but-we-do-have-a-problem/)

[bob10]

Cheika's problem was he hadn't sorted his squad during 2018. And was too loyal to old friends, past their prime. If the Wallabies don't get past the QF, he should fall on his sword, and give some one else a go.


Wallabies still paying the price for their terrible 2018 (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/wallabies-still-paying-the-price-for-their-terrible-2018/ar-AAI2SI1?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

England have brought in the man whisperer to get inside the players heads. Good luck with the prop forwards.


England throw 'handbags' in pursuit of Rugby World Cup glory (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/england-throw-handbags-in-pursuit-of-rugby-world-cup-glory/ar-AAI6IAX?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Nicholas Bishop with another great article.

Why selection cost the Wallabies their Rugby World Cup game against Wales (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/10/02/why-selection-cost-the-wallabies-their-rugby-world-cup-game-against-wales/)

[bob10]

Wallaby team to face Uruguay.

UPDATE: Petaia has the chance to "tell his own story" in Wallabies debut | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/10/02/Rugby-World-Cup-Wallabies-Uruguay-team-announcement)

[bob10]

VALE Geoff Sayle. Geoff Sayle was a legend in Randwick and Australian Rugby. He coached our side in the Dempster Cup Navy competition way back in the day. Just to help out Navy Rugby. A larrikan and a damn good bloke. I remember when we were to play a gun side once, down at half time by about 20 points, his half time tactic was to pass around a bottle of sweet sherry. His reasoning was that we couldn't play any worse with it. A friend to all, but most of all, a real rugby legend. I feel honoured to have known him.


Cheika writes to Jeff Sayle: "You taught me to love the game, mate". | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/10/01/Rugby-Sayle-Cheika-Column)

[bob10]

Rugby to bring the World together?


Artemyev proud of Russian performance against "step-motherland" (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/artemyev-proud-of-russian-performance-against-step-motherland/ar-AAIenBe?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

The battle of the hemispheres, whose feeling the heat ? Nicholas Bishop.

The battle of the hemispheres: Who's feeling the World Cup heat? (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/10/04/the-battle-of-the-hemispheres-whos-feeling-the-world-cup-heat/)

[bob10]

The Deans theory, attack will win the World cup. And the All Blacks are geared for attack. Spiros Zavos.


Deans Theory: Attack is the key to win the Webb Ellis Cup (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/10/04/deans-theory-attack-is-the-key-to-win-the-webb-ellis-cup/)

[bob10]

Australian schoolboys defeat NZ schoolboys.

HIGHLIGHTS: Australian schoolboys beat NZ for the first time in seven years (https://www.theroar.com.au/rugby-union/video/highlights-australian-schoolboys-beat-nz-for-the-first-time-in-seven-years-900238/)

[bob10]

Wallabies need to switch on. They seem to have forgotten where the switch is.


Rugby World Cup: Wallabies must refocus to make an impact (https://thenewdaily.com.au/sport/union/2019/10/06/rugby-world-cup-wallabies-refocus/?utm_source=Adestra&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Morning%20News%20-%2020191007)

[bob10]

Applications for volunteers for the HSBC Sydney 7's now open.

Volunteer | HSBC Sydney 7s (https://www.sydney7s.com.au/about/volunteer)

[bob10]

Just want to see if this works,


Rugby World Cup GIF by Wallabies Official - Find & Share on GIPHY (https://giphy.com/gifs/homOnIQkVOkZPLeZLj/html5)

Rugby GIF's

Wallabies Official GIFs - Find & Share on GIPHY (https://giphy.com/wallabiesofficial)

[bob10]

Wallaby team to play Georgia Friday.

Wallabies team to play Georgia | Qantas Wallabies (https://wallabies.rugby/news/2019/10/08/Wallabies-team-to-play-Georgia)

[bob10]

France Vs England, final pool game. Both teams have qualified for the quarters, and the pressure is off a little. France relaxed, and playing running rugby? Not going to miss this game.

The Breakdown: Why a winning France will ease English nerves ahead of pre-finals clash | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/10/07/Rugby-World-Cup-Breakdown-LeCrunch)

[bob10]

Cheika says wallabies need more discipline , especially in the tackle. Took him a while to work that out.

Lifting discipline and lowering tackle height on minds for Georgia (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/lifting-discipline-and-lowering-tackle-height-on-minds-for-georgia/ar-AAIrucg?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Breaking news, a Super typhoon could determine the result of the World Cup. If matches are abandoned, teams split the points 2 a piece. Which means Wales finish 2nd in the pool, and the Wallabies don't play England. Plus other pools will be effected as well. Not the way we want to progress in a World Cup, by default.


'Super Typhoon' could wreak havoc on final Rugby World Cup pool stages (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/super-typhoon-could-wreak-havoc-on-final-rugby-world-cup-pool-stages/ar-AAIrMoZ?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

The trouble with the Waratahs, white anted from within by the Dark Side?

Andrew Hore gamed the Waratahs – but he's not to blame (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/10/09/andrew-hore-gamed-the-waratahs-but-hes-not-to-blame/)

[bob10]

Matches between England/ France and NZ / Italy have been cancelled due to the typhoon. Contrary to what was said before, the games will be scoreless draws. No other matches are effected at this time.


https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/10/10/england-and-frances-final-pool-match-reportedly-cancelled/

[bob10]

Late changes to the Wallaby side for the game against Georgia.


https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/10/10/wallabies-forced-into-two-late-changes-for-georgia-clash/

[bob10]

The Wallabies have fallen over the line to the quarter finals. We wait with held breath to see which team turns up for the match against England.


Just their best performance of 2019: the Wallabies' simple quarter-final assignment (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/10/14/just-their-best-performance-of-2019-the-wallabies-simple-quarter-final-assignment/)

[bob10]

The best game of the tournement so far. Japan Vs Scotland. Rugby at its best. And not a refereeing controversy in sight.


Japan prove they're the real deal - again (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/10/14/japan-prove-theyre-the-real-deal-again/)

[bob10]

Changing combinations could benefit Wallabies: Lealiifano (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/changing-combinations-could-benefit-wallabies-lealiifano/ar-AAINx8t?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

I really hate it when Wallabies say things like this. They should put their effort into what will happen, instead of what may happen.


If Wallabies' backs click, then watch out England, says White (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/if-wallabies-backs-click-then-watch-out-england-says-white/ar-AAIOcqc?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

A list of all foreign born / raised players at RWC 2019, by country. I've been curious about teams like Japan, for example. But it's all good, and by the way the Brave Blossoms have played , you can bet many more youngsters will be taking the game up.



Foreign-Born / Raised Players at RWC 2019 - Americas Rugby News (http://www.americasrugbynews.com/2019/09/09/foreign-born-raised-players-at-rwc-2019/)

[bob10]

As well we see the number of foreign players in the 2019 six nations comp. is comprehensive.



Foreign-Born Players in 2019 Six Nations - Americas Rugby News (http://www.americasrugbynews.com/2019/01/30/foreign-born-players-in-2019-six-nations/)

[bob10]

The automatic qualifiers for RWC 2023 in France,


The 12 Automatic Qualifiers for RWC 2023 in France - Americas Rugby News (http://www.americasrugbynews.com/2019/10/13/the-12-automatic-qualifiers-for-rwc-2023-in-france/)

[bob10]

Is Northern hemisphere treatment of Pacific Island players a form of colonialism? Asks the NZ rugby boss. This from a country that cherry picks the best in the pacific , and has only played one test there ,in 2015, against Samoa, because the money didn't add up. As stated by an NZ commentator " one test in Apia and the refusal to expand pro rugby to the islands does not provide a moral high ground. "



Pacific's plight 'virtually colonialism' says NZ Rugby boss (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/pacifics-plight-virtually-colonialism-says-nz-rugby-boss/ar-AAIP7DT?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Whatever happens next, Japanese rugby will never be the same. Spiro Zavos.


Whatever happens next, the Brave Blossoms have changed Japanese rugby forever (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/10/16/whatever-happens-next-the-brave-blossoms-have-changed-rugby-in-japan-forever/)

[bob10]

Wallaby line out, a weapon against England? Nicholas Bishop.

Wallabies (lineout) rising: Rugby World Cup quarter-final hope against England (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/10/16/wallabies-lineout-rising-rugby-world-cup-quarter-final-hope-against-england/)

[bob10]

Jones changes his back line for the game against Australia.

https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/england-demote-ford-for-rwc-quarter-final/ar-AAIUbhL?ocid=spartandhp

[bob10]

Australia's back line . Not sure about this.


Huge gamble: Teen to start at No.13 when Wallabies stare down England (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/huge-gamble-teen-to-start-at-no13-when-wallabies-stare-down-england/ar-AAITyUZ?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Eddie Jones is being nice. What's the catch ? Nice touch about Jeff Sayle though.

"There's a bloke in the sky who will be quite excited": Jones springs surprises in England quarter-final team | RUGBY.com.au (https://www.rugby.com.au/News/2019/10/17/Rugby-World-Cup-England-Wallabies-quarter-final-team)

[bob10]

We shouldn't forget the NRC.

Two favourites, the defending champs, and the best Queenslanders: The road to the NRC semi-finals (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/10/18/two-favourites-the-defending-champs-and-the-best-queenslanders-the-road-to-the-nrc-semi-finals/)

[bob10]

Gee, I hope Ireland beat NZ .

Air NZ takes the mickey out of Ireland's hopes ahead of All Blacks QF (https://www.theroar.com.au/rugby-union/video/air-nz-takes-the-mickey-out-of-irelands-hopes-ahead-of-all-blacks-qf-957221/)

[bob10]

On the other hand, the Wallabies can beat England, if they want.


Matt Toomua hilariously reveals England stars' 'weaknesses' (https://www.theroar.com.au/rugby-union/video/matt-toomua-hilariously-reveals-england-stars-weaknesses-957197/)

[bob10]

Melbourne Storm star may switch to Australian rugby. Good news, hope he plays for the REDS. not likely.

Rugby Australia join race to sign Melbourne Storm star Suliasi Vunivalu, report (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-league/rugby-australia-join-race-to-sign-melbourne-storm-star-suliasi-vunivalu-report/ar-AAIZuUn?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

World Cup preview, Wales Vs France. Which French side will turn up? The fast free flowing backs who taught the world running rugby, back in the 50's, with tough no nonsense forwards who don't take a backward step, with tactics bordering on the illegal, vicious even. The Welsh have always been solid, and we will never forget how they helped Qld rugby back when it was penniless. Can't wait.



​Wales vs France: Rugby World Cup preview and prediction (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/10/19/wales-vs-france-rugby-world-cup-preview-and-prediction/)

[bob10]

Ben Youngs reply to Toomea. Good mates off the field, at least.


Ben Youngs' perfect response to Matt Toomua sledge (https://www.theroar.com.au/rugby-union/video/ben-youngs-perfect-response-to-matt-toomua-sledge-958589/)

[bob10]

Safari sevens returns to Kenya. Don't think it's televised, but of noteworthy news is Waisale Serevi, the Fijian legend, is coaching Russia.

https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/10/19/safari-sevens-return-to-kenya/

[bob10]

Well, the result was what was expected, but by goodness it was hard to watch. When plan A failed, they just didn't know what to do. And that pass from Pocock? Nothing wrong with it. If only Lealiifano had run on to that ball.... But what courage after all he's been through. Young players of merit should be encouraged to go that step further in their training, and preparation. The Wallabies will rebuild, new coach [ YES ] coaching staff, players, It's going to be an exciting time, if RA get it right. Congratulations to England. It only gets harder from here.




Wallabies skipper says World Cup exit is "gutting" | The New Daily Wallabies skipper says World Cup exit is "gutting" (https://thenewdaily.com.au/sport/union/2019/10/19/wallabies-skipper-says-world-cup-exit-is-gutting/?utm_source=Adestra&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Sunday%20Best%20V2%20-%2020191020)

[bob10]

Japan Vs Sth. Africa, a preview.


Japan vs Springboks Rugby World Cup quarter-final preview and prediction (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/10/20/japan-versus-south-africa-rugby-world-cup-preview-and-prediction/)

[bob10]

Cheika did it his way. Unfortunately it didn't work. I wish him all the best for the future. But just go quietly into the night.


Cheika's legacy: Consistent inconsistency and puzzling selection to the very end (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/10/21/cheikas-legacy-consistent-inconsistency-and-puzzling-selection-to-the-very-end/)

[bob10]

Front runners for the Australian coaching position. Apparently.

Front-runners in line to be next Wallabies coach (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/front-runners-in-line-to-be-next-wallabies-coach/ar-AAJ5MK5?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Cheika cops it from overseas , as well as Aus.


Departing Wallabies coach Michael Cheika is slated for his 'selfish' game plan in Rugby World Cup loss (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/departing-wallabies-coach-michael-cheika-is-slated-for-his-selfish-game-plan-in-rugby-world-cup-loss/ar-AAJ6uMH?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

England Vs AB's , should be the final. The Springboks need to lift.


'There's always a better Samurai around the corner' - Jones (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/theres-always-a-better-samurai-around-the-corner-jones/ar-AAJ6pRj?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Podcast, what legacy does Cheika leave, and what must his replacement change ?


What legacy does Michael Cheika leave, and what does his successor need to fix first? (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/10/22/what-legacy-does-michael-cheika-leave-and-what-does-his-successor-need-to-fix-first/)

[bob10]

Not waving, drowning - Cheika. Nicholas Bishop.


Not waving but drowning: The Michael Cheika era comes to an end (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/10/23/not-waving-but-drowning-the-michael-cheika-era-comes-to-an-end-in-oita/)

[bob10]

Good coach, bad coach, the roar.


The Wrap: Good coach, bad coach; the winning (and losing) of the World Cup (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/10/22/the-wrap-good-coach-bad-coach-the-winning-and-losing-of-the-world-cup/)

[bob10]

All Blacks upset that Irish fans sang the fields of Athenry, whilst the Haka was being performed.


'Incredibly disrespectful': Ireland are blasted after fans sing through All Blacks' haka as controversial writer slams Kiwis over 'needy' ritual (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/incredibly-disrespectful-ireland-are-blasted-after-fans-sing-through-all-blacks-haka-as-controversial-writer-slams-kiwis-over-needy-ritual/ar-AAJ2TDL?ocid=spartandhp)


Don't know what theiy're mad about, it's a lovely song.


fields of athenry youtube - Bing (https://www.bing.com/search?q=fields+of+athenry+youtube&form=PRSPSR&mkt=en-au&httpsmsn=1&msnews=1&refig=3e892ae8e0a8435fbe8e0063329529b3&sp=2&qs=AS&pq=fields+of+athe&sk=PRES1AS1&sc=8-14&cvid=3e892ae8e0a8435fbe8e0063329529b3)

This is more rugby.

YouTube (https://youtu.be/9Hqy8n3BcqA)

[bob10]

Podcast, is the England Vs AB's winner the automatic favourite for the final ?

https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/10/24/is-the-england-all-blacks-winner-really-the-automatic-favourite/

[bob10]

Team changes to the England side.

England makes big selection change against All Blacks (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/england-makes-big-selection-change-against-all-blacks/ar-AAJh3ec?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Video shows how England trained to negate Will Genia's play in the game against the Wallabies. Now that's coaching. Cheika, take note.

https://www.theroar.com.au/rugby-union/video/new-video-reveals-how-england-prepared-to-take-on-will-genia-in-the-rwc-quarter-final-987344/

[bob10]

It may be closer than any one thinks. Here is video of the controversially denied try in the last game they played against the A.B.'s. What goes around, comes around.

https://www.theroar.com.au/rugby-union/video/last-time-they-met-england-controversially-denied-game-winning-try-against-the-all-blacks-982288/

[bob10]

From subbies to Super Rugby, Charlie Gamble, No 7.



From Subbies to Super Rugby? Charlie Gamble's remarkable rugby rise (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/10/25/from-subbies-to-super-rugby-charlie-gambles-remarkable-rugby-rise/)

[bob10]

Outcoached, outplayed, out of the Cup. South Africa for mine, but this is a very good English side.


Rugby World Cup 2019: England deserved semi-final win over New Zealand, concedes Kieran Read (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/rugby-world-cup-2019-england-deserved-semi-final-win-over-new-zealand-concedes-kieran-read/ar-AAJnyjD?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

Australian rugby, will it ever prosper again ?


Inside the relationship breakdown that cruelled the Wallabies (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/inside-the-relationship-breakdown-that-cruelled-the-wallabies/ar-AAJkXdI?ocid=spartandhp)

[bob10]

The forwards win a rugby match, the backs determine the score.

Five talking points from England vs All Blacks (https://www.theroar.com.au/2019/10/27/five-talking-points-from-england-versus-new-zealand/)

[bob10]

Springboks defeat Wales. Not a game for the purists. A kickathon, waiting for each other to make a mistake. Still a good game of rugby.

Diminutive de Klerk stands out among giants as Springboks edge Wales (https://www.msn.com/en-au/sport/rugby-union/diminutive-de-klerk-stands-out-among-giants-as-springboks-edge-wales/ar-AAJpWQv?ocid=spartandhp)