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It could be a long summer for the South Africans if they don't sharpen up their bowling. Not helped with Steyn picking up an injury. A couple of wickets can change the tone of a match but South Africa may struggle without ABdV and Steyn.

Sean Fitzpatrick had a reputation for knowing how to play the referee, like McCaw. I can't think of any Wallaby captain who was as good as dealing with the referee as these two except Eales.

If they convert, why would they revert. After Rio, Rugby sevens will be a permanent sport in the Olympics won't it?

Australia men's sevens squad: Ed Jenkins (capt), Allan Fa'alava'au, Matt Lucas, Pama Fou, Jesse Parahi, Sean McMahon, Lewis Holland, Jordan Tuapou, Will Miller, Jacob Taylor, Luke Morahan, Shannon Walker Read more...

McCaw. Better if he was Australian. Almost as much banter between NSW and Queensland as there is between NZ and Australia.

3. Sharp 2. Barnes 1. Prefer to abstain but suppose Ioane

Despite aspects of the game being poor, it was great to be so close to the reigning world champions at the end of the game, particularly when so many had written us off in the buildup. Eliminate mistakes and we will be a real threat for the rest of TRC.

Can't see mckenzie or anyone doing a Harry Potter and magically turning this around in 7 days. McKenzie has shown weaknesses under pressure on game day of late. Would be a huge mistake to change coaches now.

Be very difficult to win without Pocock. He is one of the few players that genuinely worry the All blacks.

Where do we get these from?

I have spoken to someone who was there and if 1/2 what they said happened was true there will be repercussions in both the courts and the judiciary. My source verified the above happened and lots of other things that went down. Very poor form from everyone involved on both sides. A sad day...

Is it the waratahs?

AFL have been cooking the books about their player numbers in Sydney. See here for details:http://www.smh.com.au/afl/afl-news/afl-accused-of-exploiting-figures-20120723-22knq.html

Work are apparently putting a team together. I'll probably ride with them.

Is Russia the sleeping giant of world rugby? There were some really tough looking buggers last year at RWC11 representing Russia. One of my army mates told me that it is the official sport of the Russian army. It may be that they are better prepared for expansion than USA.

I think Stormers will win and host final at Newlands against Crusaders. It will be a great spectacle but it will be in the middle of our night.

I think that Crusaders have a finals arrogance and confidence built on many years successful campaigns. They have about 3/4 of the all black team. The Chiefs have been playing attractive rugby all year. Will this flair be enough for a winner take all finals match. I don't think so. I'm going...

Hope he continues after his retirement announcement.

If we concentrated on an internationally competitive and relevant single football code, we would be unstoppable. The Athleticism and Tribal Passion of AFL and the Victorians, SA, and WA, the Collisions of NRL supported by the wealth of the poker machine clubs. Dreams are free. Imagine...

Would get very tedious quite quickly and would not be sustainable. Best to leave the tactics and strategy discussions for a weekly segment only.