RWC 2015 Semi Final 1 - NZ vs RSA Twickenham

[Teh Other Dave]

What a cracker.

 

[teach]

What a battle.

 

[Viking]

Holly shit at the tumour on Fouries cheek!

 

[whatty]

Well done AB's. We just weren't good enough.

 

[Groucho]

That was pretty damned close!

 

[Bardon]

It was a pretty competitive game. The 10 point swing at the start of the second half was crucial. SA got back within touching distance but never looked like they were going to go back in front. ABs closed the game out really well.

 

[ACR]

Fuaaah. I both hate and love South Africa. Hate for them for being so good and love them for being so good. Game could have gone either way. Damn what a game.

That Matfield penalty reversal was both harsh and a huge turner. Then we got a huge roll on but sbw kicked it away, never kick sonny, never! Then sa got down to the 22 but AB's lineout won us the game really.

 

[ACR]

Well played SA. Sad way to go out for some legends but maybe in no bigger a match.

 

[Teh Other Dave]

Whitelock's line out win v Matfield was one for the ages.

 

[Omar Comin']

I thought it was a pretty poor game, only interesting because it was close and the context. The Springboks offered absolutely nothing in attack besides the maul and up and unders, while the All Blacks kept them in it through stupid, unnecessary penalties and by kicking the ball away too many times when already in good attacking areas (especially near the end of the first half). From a Wallabies perspective I'd have preferred South Africa to go through but I think I'm happier that South Africa's style of rugby isn't going to win the tournament.

 

[waiopehu oldboy]

Fuuuuck yeeeeeeaaaaaah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Anyone
But
South
Africa (tick)
France (tick)
England (tick, if c/- Straya)

ABSAFE rule upheld, me happy

 

[teach]

We were very lucky that SA never really offered that much in attack.

 

[ACR]

I thought it was a pretty poor game, only interesting because it was close and the context. The Springboks offered absolutely nothing in attack besides the maul and up and unders, while the All Blacks kept them in it through stupid, unnecessary penalties and by kicking the ball away too many times when already in good attacking areas (especially near the end of the first half). From a Wallabies perspective I'd have preferred South Africa to go through but I think I'm happier that South Africa's style of rugby isn't going to win the tournament.

I think you've summed it up pretty much perfectly.

 

[badabing59]

Commiserations SA, close game. It's going to be an epic final next week against the Argies!

 

[Cassius88]

I thought it was a pretty poor game, only interesting because it was close and the context. The Springboks offered absolutely nothing in attack besides the maul and up and unders, while the All Blacks kept them in it through stupid, unnecessary penalties and by kicking the ball away too many times when already in good attacking areas (especially near the end of the first half). From a Wallabies perspective I'd have preferred South Africa to go through but I think I'm happier that South Africa's style of rugby isn't going to win the tournament.

So well said. SA were never going to go the length of the field at the end there.

Can anyone explain the thought process behind the ABs kicking the ball away? It wasn't even for field position as half the time they were kicking from 20m out.

 

[Cassius88]

I thought it was a pretty poor game, only interesting because it was close and the context. The Springboks offered absolutely nothing in attack besides the maul and up and unders, while the All Blacks kept them in it through stupid, unnecessary penalties and by kicking the ball away too many times when already in good attacking areas (especially near the end of the first half). From a Wallabies perspective I'd have preferred South Africa to go through but I think I'm happier that South Africa's style of rugby isn't going to win the tournament.

So well said. SA were never going to go the length of the field at the end there.

Can anyone explain the thought process behind the ABs kicking the ball away? It wasn't even for field position as half the time they were kicking from 20m out.

 

[TOCC]

I wasn't sure who i wanted to win that game but caught myself cheering for South Africa towards the end..

Well played by South Africa, they played a solid and disciplined game, but they never looked like scoring a try.

 

[Hell West & Crooked]

I thought it was a pretty poor game, only interesting because it was close and the context. The Springboks offered absolutely nothing in attack besides the maul and up and unders, while the All Blacks kept them in it through stupid, unnecessary penalties and by kicking the ball away too many times when already in good attacking areas (especially near the end of the first half). From a Wallabies perspective I'd have preferred South Africa to go through but I think I'm happier that South Africa's style of rugby isn't going to win the tournament.

Pretty much agree with all that - heard some Commentators talking about an 'epic' test match - and had to scratch my head, wondering what game they were watching... the right team went through - either Argentina or Australia should have to beat New Zealand to win this thing...

It was a decent Game - and I think the weather helped to keep the result tight...

 

[ACR]

Things that stick out.

100% Goal Kicking SA
Metres run with ball
Defenders beaten
Lineouts
Penalties

Oh, and just realised a drop goal won us the game. Not since Ireland in NZ. Same fella.

 

[qwerty51]

I thought it was a pretty poor game, only interesting because it was close and the context. The Springboks offered absolutely nothing in attack besides the maul and up and unders, while the All Blacks kept them in it through stupid, unnecessary penalties and by kicking the ball away too many times when already in good attacking areas (especially near the end of the first half). From a Wallabies perspective I'd have preferred South Africa to go through but I think I'm happier that South Africa's style of rugby isn't going to win the tournament.

You're aware it rained right?