As an Aussie I can see how all of this recognition will pay dividends and reap rich pickings for NZ.There are so many examples of how you guys have seized the moment and gained maximum exposure.the Chinese gooseberry being called the kiwi fruit being exhibit no.1.everytime someone chomps into one they think of NZ,the ABs and how they would like to visit your country. Aussies have nothing like this.Jacinda with the big,big smile and all of the other publicity coups is driving up your international stocks.hats off to our very clever cousins accross the ditch - respect!!!
Wow the only argument you guys (ABSupporters) seem to have is which player to pick.I wish the threadbare game over here had your embarrassing riches. That said I love the golden era NZ rugby is in the midst of.Who wouldnt appreciate that? even Aussies like me.
Im an Aussie but how sad would it be to be gifted a trophy by our mates across the Tasman. All Blacks are superior team by a country mile as evidenced by kiwi strength in super comp.The game will not benefit from you lot going easy on us.
Thanks for your kindness Mike.We Aussies understand now (lthough we remain hopeful) that we might never match it in a rugby with you guys ever again but nice to know some of our trans Tasman brothers at least would like to see us do ok. Love the kiwi spirit!!!
Well done all blacks well deserved winners yet again.As an Aussie it hurts to lose every time we play you guys but you always play it clean and in the right spirit.so congratulations to our friends accross the ditch.
As an Aussie I can dream of a time when the Aussie team can string together 3-4-5 Bledisloe wins on the trot. I am affraid whilst things remain as they are this dream is unattainable.anyway good on you all blacks you deserve the accolades.
Im an Aussie and unlike some of my gloating countrymen I am sad to see the blacks go down. I guess the only positive is that its good for Rugby and it didnt happen at next years RWC Blacks to come back stronger Id reckon just became jaded against second rate plodders like my Aussie team.
Im an Aussie and when the game became professional I thought Aussie would get better. Nz got better and we incrementally fell off the pace.when it comes to skills,depth and technical knowledge the Kiwis just keep improving,I take my hat off to you guys.
Rogernomics was right up there with Reagan and thatchernomics. All of them discredited idealologies that originated in the good ole USA.(yeehah!!!) We were saved somewhat in Aussie as we experienced a form of rogernomics lite with a strong protections from the government/unions.Time for NZ to drop these trickle down policies that dont work.A strong public service is vital in a decent social democracy.
What can the guy do? All blacks have depth, technical knowledge and when the crunch comes they keep their heads and roll forward. We aussies will still do alright at the W.C but barring a miracle kiwis will win again next year and probably the one after as well. Without a few past miracles the all blacks would have picked up just about every W.C trophy!!!
I watched the game in Aussie last night fully expecting the blacks to hand out a hiding to SA full credit to the pride SA have in the guernsey.they are not overawed by you guys unlike Aussie union boys.What a great game though SA even held on with a man short. You may well be right about the scoreline of the next match but SA a tougher lot than our wallabies.our tough guys play League.
This is what I call the recognition dividend that comes from NZ being so good at an internationally admired sport. Great for NZ even beyond the Rugby paddock.
Check out the sir Edmund Hillary trophy another amazing piece of silverware for the cabinet.the result might have been close but the trophy says it all.better luck next time to England.
https://amp.smh.com.au/business/companies/rugby-s-struggle-for-relevance-and-unlikely-grassroots-revival-20180820-p4zyjm.html. This makes interesting reading as to the state of Rugby in Aussie. Even the private schools are now permitting AFL to make inroads into what were the strongholds of Rugby.no excuses from me but although some positives on the club rugby scene looks like you had better get used to thrashing Aussie at union for while yet.
It took the first half to click but then the all blacks screamed into gear to shellacki we Aussies. The Aussie team is relatively talented but we have no depth. Im sure you guys could front 3-4 teams that could make a monkey of us Aussies.i dont know what the answer is because we are no longer producing the Lynagh, Littles,Horans etc.who could give your guys a game and have a bit of passion.we are now Just a bunch of journeymen who are no match for mighty Kiwi s.anyway all the best to my kiwi mates enjoy your deserved win with all of the bragging,swagger and triumphant confidence it brings. Unfortunately over here Rugby is looking to be on life support.
1.28 here in Brisbane right now.prices over there are shocking at least you have the mighty all blacks to barrack for.we have cheap petrol and a rotten Rugby team.
rugby is not a game of upsets. Usually the best team technically will win.as an Aussie I have no confidence at all in the wallabies going up a gear to mix it with you all blacks. Your team keeps getting better and ours worse.
Thank god you Kiwis have turned your attention to SA after belting us Aussies for six in the recent tests. We have had yearly dose of castor oil after coming to terms with a couple of humiliating losses.Now its time for us to shake it off and move on and let SA face the music. Good luck with that!!!
Not 1 bro many 100s of thousands kiwis live in Aussie spreading the word on rugby and NZs glories. Many great people I know are kiwis so we are still close. All the best to our neighbours keep on winning
Some truths from Aussie: we love our Prime Ministers, its always raining,,pigs regularly fly and one day we will beat the all black team in the Bledisloe.Tonight though could be a cricket score to kiwi champs all the best from Aussie.
Fair comment bro we Aussie were made to look pathetic by your guys another crushing loss certainly hurts bitterly and shakes our confidence.It doesnt make me dislike kiwis though who are amongst the worlds finest people IMO.enjoy the win.
Can see your point what I admire is the NZ determination to never give us Aussies an inch in all endeavours.Love that competitive instincts and all the best for the RWC.
Parramatta went from semis to wooden spoon thanx to the godlike talents of The Hayne plane dont touch him Warriors. When he plays well its great to watch but this would be about 1 in 5 matches.
How good is all of this though? NZ front and centre in the news even if it is as the villiains off the piece.NZ struggles with recognition over in the UK often being confused with Aussies. The ABs are massive and the number one cultural export paying dividends wherever they go.
This test will be the one AB fans are savouring. A big one against the old enemy who always lift when they see black. A kiwi work friend here in brisso reckon pumas will bore it up my mob this wkend as well. Cant wait
Too right Dennis I read that the name all black came originally from a misheard comment by an impressed Englishman who said that NZ played like they were all backs
You are spot on about the Wallabies not being up to scratch right now but certainly Aussie respects the awesome all blacks and would never run them or any kiwi down.
Its a double. edged sword for you guys with such a dominant team you always expect to win and unlike here in Aussie where support is diffused amongst team support all your eggs are in the black basket. I think the goal kicking was the difference the other night but Barrett a hero the previous few games against an admittedly hopeless Aussie team. I wouldnt go changing things quite yet as the blacks would still be at unbackable odds for RWC..
Love to see you guys point your attention toward the english. One upside of having a fast fading into oblivion rugby side here in Aussie is that our main area of conflict has been removed.Long live our trans Tasman mateship while we can concentrate on sports we do alright at like league and Aussie rules.you guys can kick backside in Rugby paddocks around the world.
The choke term was a sort of compliment in that you guys are always in the box seat for the trophy.if you dont hold it up you were supposed to have choked rather than been beaten by a superior team.in other words NZ always favourites to bring home the silverware. I always remember the kiwi paddler who picked up NZs first gold medal at 2000 Olympics. With all the pressure on and Aussie gloating with a shipload of medals in the bag pulled off a high pressure win with the media breathing down his neck.kiwis generally dont choke!!!
This is the time to be practicing the plan B against weaker opposition.Last thing needed is some dark horse like Aus to get a wriggle on over the next year and bag another RWC trophy
Sounds like he is hoping you will gift us a win. Let the best team win which will be the all blacks unless you take pity on us for the sake of the game!!!
If there is a good time to choke its right now and not in the RWC. You guys are still red hot favourites to bring home the trophy from Japan next year. I would say this is a wake up call not a major setback.i wonder even if coachy isnt secretly happy about this result.
The Aussie guys all love to live it large in Steak and Kidney where they believe they are at the centre of the universe (im from what Sydney people consider backwoods Brissy) hard to get these guys out of the big smoke
I agree the ABs consistently good or brilliant but one bad performance and an ignominious exit and gut wrenching flight home to Auckland awaits.the nation in mourning and the rest of the world gloating at NZ once again not being able to live up to the big talk.ABs will need to win every game at RWC and the pressure is on.No other country will be expecting to win and the players will be running towards the tryline with with every NZ citizen on their backs.always its a nerve wracking time.
No other country takes its Rugby as seriously as NZ. SA was courageous and a touch lucky vs you guys.I reckon with the level of National pride and international recognition at stake The All Blacks will pull it together and win the RWC trophy or just about die trying! I cant see anyone else being in the hunt all things going as they should. If the Aussies Jag another cup it will be due to good luck and every card falling our way,even if we lose it wont phase us too much in the scheme of things.
I think a sports popularity has to do with what you grew up playing.Most Aussies grow up with league in the north and AFL elsewhere. Aussie like kiwis love a winner and will jump on any bandwagon if we are winning (we were all yachting experts in the 80s) The problem for Rugby in Aussie is that most dont grow up playing it and down south most cant tell the difference between league and union.the ARU has a major challenge ahead to get us back on track and hopefully revitalise the trans Tasman rivalry I dont know what the answer is not that it would worry you guys much.
SA is the only other nation where Rugby has anything like the prominence it has in AB mad NZ.they are the natural rivals unlike the Aussie GPS schoolboys.Sad that SA now has so many problems as a nation to deal with and (for the Boks) how ABs play has reached a new level attack wise. The Boks traditionally more stodgy relying on kicks for a win.anyway bring it on.Kiwi workmate has said Aussie could get spanked by pumas as well should be great viewing!!!!
Actually a very good idea. Forward play is too specialised in Union for interchanging but the sublime skills of some union backs would transfer easily.many great ex union players made the transition in Aussie john brass,Russell Fairfax and the emperor Wally Lewis. Wasnt the name all blacks coined after missheard English comment that NZ played like they were all backs so attacking and exciting they were.?
Too right brother as an Aussie kiwis are some of the best people Ive met bit of cheek and banter between us but if you guys were in trouble Aussie would back you up in a flash.
What I like about the Kiwi approach to the Olympics is how you target a few sports so as to mine the low hanging golden fruit.Here in Aussie we spread the peanut paste a lot thinner over just about every sport.the end result being you guys generally jag enough medals to attract the international recognition and look to be punching well above your weight.this is money well spent as it definitely pays dividends in the recognition stakes. someone somewhere would be looking on in admiration wanting to know how you do what you do.
Im an Aussie I can not understand why anyone would voluntarily leave Enzed. Maybe its the bigger cities or maybe they are from ethnic groups that have higher populations in aussie.why though would anyone want to leave the home of the mighty all blacks _ mustnt be rugby fans.
Good luck with the test.All Blacks are anawesome team, Im an Aussie but really think the all blacks are the real deal.our guys a bit ordinary in Rugby at least. I reckon 35- 12 all blacks win.
No-one could put a price on the bragging rights this expenditure affords you guys every 4 years as the best performing nation per capita even trumping the USA person for person.
Why is it that every time something goes wrong they blame ABs and NZ? The only thing ABs are guilty of is playing top-flight rugby union that makes all other teams look llike shabby.bunch of also rans especially Scotland.
The only fear at the moment is coming out of the English camp.they would be wondering whether the win over Aussie was a hollow triumph.Aussie now home on the Qantas 747Â having a nice sleep in sydney and grateful to Jesus they didnt have to face the rampaging merciless ABs!!! Best of luck England ABs will win it by 20+ points and then smash the SAers.
No plans needed, just greater firepower which you Kiwis have in abundance take it from this Aussie supporter you guys are as close to a certainty as it is possible to be from what Ive seen. If you dont win it will mean youve been robbed.
I hope your stuff is better than our stupid Aussie so called skip hop.this genre should be taken away from under the banner of music cos its not really music its main features are how enduring its been and how its got by on so little innovation.
I was at a pub last night near Lang park.SA Guernsey outnumbered the (insipid) wallabies shirts.Lang park was half empty and this was a test where we had a hope of a win.admittedly free to air but nobody watches that either!!! Only the besuited GPS die-hards are left to self flaggellate during our annual AB castor oil dose. Looks like you guys will have the field to yourself shortly from what Im seeing on this side of the mighty Tasman sea.
Thats right how much can be written about the All Blacks no other team in the worlds is so intensely analysed. Hope none of the players read this stuff or they will be in knots.
The talking up occurred so as to sell tickets.this stadium is packed for SOO with 85k capacity.this game attracted 66k and turnout probably 70 percent NZ expats. Most of us knew realistically we would be in for a spanking at the hands of a master Rugby team.
SA was the only country like NZ in that Rugby was no.1 and not well down the list as in other Rugby playing nations. The sad thing now is that this other Rugby behemoth is now on the downward spiral.Looking at Aussie its probably amazing that we were able to Jag two RWCs with NZ or Boks generally favorites back then. Ithink for you guys the hope would be that Europe goes ahead so you can get some worthwhile rivalries going.This would mean a big recognition dividend for NZ as well as a country with a bigger bang on the world stage than population would normally dictate.
I agree but RWC has now got me very nervous with England added to SA as big chances to Shoot down the ABs.The best side was on the paddock last night and almost got tossed with a kinder call for England meaning a loss for Kiwi. Is this side as good as trumpeted or does playing weak sides like Aussies flatter them.
Pressure is right and its the reason you guys have not won every RWC.you normally go in as red hot faves every time.Hopefully after last two trophies the monkey has got down off the back ( really l hope not ready to jump back on though)
So far so good for ABs.really seems only bad luck or some poor refereeing can deprive NZ from once again putting the cup in the cupboard for 4 more years. Maybe if ABs were to experience the day from hell and have two players sent off then maybe some other country like England might win it.From what Ive seen though Breaker Upperers more likely to win academy award or mortal engines outdo Spiderman in the box office than another team beat the ABs.
Fantastic to see you guys are leaving nothing to fate, but I think you are all worrying unnecessarily.You could send over dads army under Mr Mannering in the black jacket and they would most wipe the floors with Boks, England Aussie and the rest.That is how far out in front you are. We Aussies would gladly take your castoffs as the pantry is a bit thin over here
Anything can happen but if in life there is such a thing as a dead set certainty its the all black team in the next WC. We in the rest of the world are bracing for the Haka and inevitable victory parade down Aucklands streets.should be a cake walk from what Ive seen of your team.
Rugby is a percentage game and NZ might need to return to the uglier version of winning via penalties and kicks for goal a la Johnny Wilkinson at the 2003 RWC.This would shock the Rugby World and might just bring you guys another RWC trophy.3 in a row sounds nice.
I would start with following the Japanese by employing all kiwi coaching staff.if Australia wants to jump back up to first tier it would also get the managing staff of Rugby Australia from Nz also a swag of kiwi players could help as well.by availing theselves of all of this kiwi knowhow aussie may never be quite as good as ABs but at least they wont be an embarrassment and could eventually become a team that gets the odd win and keep rugby alive in Aus.
Last time heard Lorde was just doing a little impromptu show in Auckland, now the bozoes of the internet has got her in an Auckland jail. This would never have happened if everyone wasnt fixated on the RWC.Not a case if taking your eye off the ball rather looking at it a bit too closely on the TV.
Looks like our best hope in the RWC would be for some of your key players to be out crook some favourable reffing decisions and your team to have an extremely off day. These things can happen and when the pressure of favouritism bites ABs have been known to buckle.But I think WRC is yours to lose.
My dream as an Aussie would be one day for the two codes to merge. Rugby would gain a better domestic comp and League a sustainable international future.obviously many problems with this but I still reckon all blacks would be an awesome force even with Aussies stronger league players coming into the mix.
Problem with the Wallabies is that Rugby is a niche sport in Aussie played by private school boys with double barrel names and the offspring of kiwi expats. The common man loves league or in the southern states AFL and kind of resent the toffy rugby old boys. Totally unlike the game in NZ where rugby is the no.1 Sport.
Steady on John I reckon you can be number one forever you have been the best throughout rugby history so far and unless rugby reaches the same level of interest in other countries as in NZ you will continue to be the worlds finest.
League is the working mans game in Aussie and union the preserve of the private school educated Business class.in nsw and qld.thats what Kiwis refuse to acknowledge
Gosh what is their problem. maybe this makes you realise we Aussies are not too bad after all and maybe kiwis and Aussie are best mates after all compared to how these other jealous Rugby nations behave.
Maybe if the Warriors could hook into some of the unbeatable AB Magic they could become like the All Blacks of the NRL. The Broncos used to be the most feared club in NRL but now lost the mojo and just another team.if AWs could instill some AB magic it could be good for NZ right across the board and give you another string to your bow.
All Blacks seem to have found the secret recipe to piling on the tries in every game. Our Aussie side tries but is not in the same echelon.the Nth.hemisphere teams are just kidding themselves. I reckon present the RWC trophy to NZ now and save the rest of us our huge serves of the dreaded humble pie next year after watching ABs perform a cake walk.
Dont worry bro I foresee the next RWC as being a cakewalkfor mighty all Blacks. Even if you Guys end up being the recipient of bad fortune as has happened in the past (with Aussie grabbing a few trophies)everyone would still realise ABs are the best and someone else got lucky.
Too right and Johnathan is a guy who pull together A premiership for a smallish Qld. centre like Townsville someone like him could galvanise all of NZ league support he knows how to find a win rather than a loss much like mighty ABs.
Many years ago I was in England and the free magazine for expats would always symbolise NZ with an All Black player. NZ has always been rugby central now the All Blacks are close to invincible.This is of course great for NZ as such recognition pays huge dividends via prestige and in economic output.Most people want to get on the bandwagon. We Aussies can only dream of such dominance in an internationally recognised sport.
This is more like it the all blacks back up where they belong.After the losses of recent times and near death experience of England (the team was walking toward the light but luckily turned back) a black wash against Italia was what the rugby doctor ordered hopefully back on track for WC.this is what the whole country is losing sleep about.
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern appears on Today show
As an Aussie I can see how all of this recognition will pay dividends and reap rich pickings for NZ.There are so many examples of how you guys have seized the moment and gained maximum exposure.the Chinese gooseberry being called the kiwi fruit being exhibit no.1.everytime someone chomps into one they think of NZ,the ABs and how they would like to visit your country. Aussies have nothing like this.Jacinda with the big,big smile and all of the other publicity coups is driving up your international stocks.hats off to our very clever cousins accross the ditch - respect!!!
All Blacks opt not to rush Ryan Crotty and Sam Cane back from head knocks
Wow the only argument you guys (ABSupporters) seem to have is which player to pick.I wish the threadbare game over here had your embarrassing riches. That said I love the golden era NZ rugby is in the midst of.Who wouldnt appreciate that? even Aussies like me.
The Rugby Championship – and New Zealand – needs an All Blacks loss
Im an Aussie but how sad would it be to be gifted a trophy by our mates across the Tasman. All Blacks are superior team by a country mile as evidenced by kiwi strength in super comp.The game will not benefit from you lot going easy on us.
Steve Hansen and Michael Cheika agree: Dumb things cost the Wallabies
Thanks for your kindness Mike.We Aussies understand now (lthough we remain hopeful) that we might never match it in a rugby with you guys ever again but nice to know some of our trans Tasman brothers at least would like to see us do ok. Love the kiwi spirit!!!
Beauden Barrett stars as All Blacks retain Bledisloe Cup over Wallabies
Well done all blacks well deserved winners yet again.As an Aussie it hurts to lose every time we play you guys but you always play it clean and in the right spirit.so congratulations to our friends accross the ditch.
Sack Michael Cheika and his Wallabies staff now, says Australian rugby writer
As an Aussie I can dream of a time when the Aussie team can string together 3-4-5 Bledisloe wins on the trot. I am affraid whilst things remain as they are this dream is unattainable.anyway good on you all blacks you deserve the accolades.
Mother to be deported to New Zealand, leaving 6-year-old daughter in Australia
Being sent to NZ hardly like back to Afghanistan or The Congo or wherever.
Helen Clark chats suffrage, challenges, Ardern, and life after office
Did she really not know who John Farnham is. Is John Farnham not known if over there?
All Blacks upset by Ireland in Dublin arm wrestle
Im an Aussie and unlike some of my gloating countrymen I am sad to see the blacks go down. I guess the only positive is that its good for Rugby and it didnt happen at next years RWC Blacks to come back stronger Id reckon just became jaded against second rate plodders like my Aussie team.
Wallabies finally just as skilful as All Blacks, claims Mick Byrne
Im an Aussie and when the game became professional I thought Aussie would get better. Nz got better and we incrementally fell off the pace.when it comes to skills,depth and technical knowledge the Kiwis just keep improving,I take my hat off to you guys.
Aussies left wondering when the black tide will turn following more Bledis-woe
Im an Aussie and I must admit you guys do win at a lot of stuff - lots of gold medals, the yachting championships and of course Rugby.
A public business, not a public service
Rogernomics was right up there with Reagan and thatchernomics. All of them discredited idealologies that originated in the good ole USA.(yeehah!!!) We were saved somewhat in Aussie as we experienced a form of rogernomics lite with a strong protections from the government/unions.Time for NZ to drop these trickle down policies that dont work.A strong public service is vital in a decent social democracy.
Michael Cheika unconcerned about his future as Wallabies fail again
What can the guy do? All blacks have depth, technical knowledge and when the crunch comes they keep their heads and roll forward. We aussies will still do alright at the W.C but barring a miracle kiwis will win again next year and probably the one after as well. Without a few past miracles the all blacks would have picked up just about every W.C trophy!!!
Phil Gifford: We're now in a golden age for All Black rugby
Yes I agree but not get too close to winning just a bit closer than at present
All Blacks revealed as 'mere mortals' as Springboks win gives world rugby fresh hope
I watched the game in Aussie last night fully expecting the blacks to hand out a hiding to SA full credit to the pride SA have in the guernsey.they are not overawed by you guys unlike Aussie union boys.What a great game though SA even held on with a man short. You may well be right about the scoreline of the next match but SA a tougher lot than our wallabies.our tough guys play League.
Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus teetering towards the exit
This is what I call the recognition dividend that comes from NZ being so good at an internationally admired sport. Great for NZ even beyond the Rugby paddock.
World Rugby backs no-try decision as England moans continue over All Blacks win
Check out the sir Edmund Hillary trophy another amazing piece of silverware for the cabinet.the result might have been close but the trophy says it all.better luck next time to England.
Aussies left wondering when the black tide will turn following more Bledis-woe
https://amp.smh.com.au/business/companies/rugby-s-struggle-for-relevance-and-unlikely-grassroots-revival-20180820-p4zyjm.html. This makes interesting reading as to the state of Rugby in Aussie. Even the private schools are now permitting AFL to make inroads into what were the strongholds of Rugby.no excuses from me but although some positives on the club rugby scene looks like you had better get used to thrashing Aussie at union for while yet.
Second-half masterclass from All Blacks inflicts more Bledisloe woe on Wallabies
It took the first half to click but then the all blacks screamed into gear to shellacki we Aussies. The Aussie team is relatively talented but we have no depth. Im sure you guys could front 3-4 teams that could make a monkey of us Aussies.i dont know what the answer is because we are no longer producing the Lynagh, Littles,Horans etc.who could give your guys a game and have a bit of passion.we are now Just a bunch of journeymen who are no match for mighty Kiwi s.anyway all the best to my kiwi mates enjoy your deserved win with all of the bragging,swagger and triumphant confidence it brings. Unfortunately over here Rugby is looking to be on life support.
Mother to be deported to New Zealand, leaving 6-year-old daughter in Australia
Problem is that there are hardly any Aussie s over there but 700k of kiwi birth ancestry over here.
The truth about living in London according to Kiwis who live there
Actually we get on very well here in Aussie.Kiwis are fantastic people and terrific rugby supporters.
Mother to be deported to New Zealand, leaving 6-year-old daughter in Australia
Some of us still think if you guys as mates even though we get some really hot curry off you about the Rugby
Clearly onside - English media berate call that cost England win against All Blacks
Anymore offside theyd be running the other way.
Petrol below $2 sign of downward trend
1.28 here in Brisbane right now.prices over there are shocking at least you have the mighty all blacks to barrack for.we have cheap petrol and a rotten Rugby team.
Steve Hansen says Wallabies will be 'sharper' after copying All Blacks' recipe
rugby is not a game of upsets. Usually the best team technically will win.as an Aussie I have no confidence at all in the wallabies going up a gear to mix it with you all blacks. Your team keeps getting better and ours worse.
'God of Thunder' to face All Blacks as Boks negotiate release of Duane Vermeulen
Thank god you Kiwis have turned your attention to SA after belting us Aussies for six in the recent tests. We have had yearly dose of castor oil after coming to terms with a couple of humiliating losses.Now its time for us to shake it off and move on and let SA face the music. Good luck with that!!!
Beauden Barrett stars as All Blacks retain Bledisloe Cup over Wallabies
I am an Aussie and its horrible to watch. But good on youse what a team of champions.
Wallabies great fears Bledisloe Cup is becoming 'big yawn' as All Blacks dominate
Not 1 bro many 100s of thousands kiwis live in Aussie spreading the word on rugby and NZs glories. Many great people I know are kiwis so we are still close. All the best to our neighbours keep on winning
Mind over matter as All Blacks look to put their other hand on that Bledisloe Cup
Some truths from Aussie: we love our Prime Ministers, its always raining,,pigs regularly fly and one day we will beat the all black team in the Bledisloe.Tonight though could be a cricket score to kiwi champs all the best from Aussie.
Second-half masterclass from All Blacks inflicts more Bledisloe woe on Wallabies
Fair comment bro we Aussie were made to look pathetic by your guys another crushing loss certainly hurts bitterly and shakes our confidence.It doesnt make me dislike kiwis though who are amongst the worlds finest people IMO.enjoy the win.
Suddenly The Rugby Championship's not so dull after all
Lucky you have someone to replace him with .we Aussies would have stick with him as the pantry is a bit thin
Steve Hansen and Michael Cheika agree: Dumb things cost the Wallabies
Can see your point what I admire is the NZ determination to never give us Aussies an inch in all endeavours.Love that competitive instincts and all the best for the RWC.
Mark Reason: The four moments that should end Kieran Reads captaincy
But will they beat Italy?
Five players the Warriors could target for 2019
Parramatta went from semis to wooden spoon thanx to the godlike talents of The Hayne plane dont touch him Warriors. When he plays well its great to watch but this would be about 1 in 5 matches.
World Rugby backs no-try decision as England moans continue over All Blacks win
How good is all of this though? NZ front and centre in the news even if it is as the villiains off the piece.NZ struggles with recognition over in the UK often being confused with Aussies. The ABs are massive and the number one cultural export paying dividends wherever they go.
New Zealand turn to their 'test match animals' to take on the Springboks
This test will be the one AB fans are savouring. A big one against the old enemy who always lift when they see black. A kiwi work friend here in brisso reckon pumas will bore it up my mob this wkend as well. Cant wait
Kieran Read: Springboks 'special in their own way'
Springboks usually lift against the Blacks but NZ take it all to new heights so will prevail I reckon.
It's time the Wallabies gave Australian rugby a return on investment
Not a big sport in WA,Tas,Vic or SA private schools. Just schools in Qld. and NSW. Small pool bro
Rugby Championship 'for southern softies' - UK critic Stephen Jones
As an Aussie I hope your all blacks can wipe the smile off this guy ln a years time. The wallabies wont be doing it.
Kieran Read: Springboks 'special in their own way'
Too right Dennis I read that the name all black came originally from a misheard comment by an impressed Englishman who said that NZ played like they were all backs
Rugby Championship 'for southern softies' - UK critic Stephen Jones
What a turkey! You Kiwis must really get up his snozz, wait until his team gets (all) blacked next year. I will be watching with interest.
Beauden Barrett stars as All Blacks retain Bledisloe Cup over Wallabies
You are spot on about the Wallabies not being up to scratch right now but certainly Aussie respects the awesome all blacks and would never run them or any kiwi down.
Phil Gifford: We're now in a golden age for All Black rugby
I dont know about a few wins All blacks just about invincible.
Matthew Burke: Israel Folau is not yet one of rugby's great fullbacks
He was a great league player. I would love to see him back in a maroon jumper before he retires from sport altogether.
Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus teetering towards the exit
He had better tender his resignation quicksmart as the All Blacks will eat the SA team for breakfast as sure as night follows day.
All Blacks v Ireland: Hansen says Ireland are top team in the world
I certainly hope you are right.
Steve Hansen says Beauden Barrett's bad night with the boot is no World Cup omen
Its a double. edged sword for you guys with such a dominant team you always expect to win and unlike here in Aussie where support is diffused amongst team support all your eggs are in the black basket. I think the goal kicking was the difference the other night but Barrett a hero the previous few games against an admittedly hopeless Aussie team. I wouldnt go changing things quite yet as the blacks would still be at unbackable odds for RWC..
Clearly onside - English media berate call that cost England win against All Blacks
Love to see you guys point your attention toward the english. One upside of having a fast fading into oblivion rugby side here in Aussie is that our main area of conflict has been removed.Long live our trans Tasman mateship while we can concentrate on sports we do alright at like league and Aussie rules.you guys can kick backside in Rugby paddocks around the world.
All Blacks revealed as 'mere mortals' as Springboks win gives world rugby fresh hope
The choke term was a sort of compliment in that you guys are always in the box seat for the trophy.if you dont hold it up you were supposed to have choked rather than been beaten by a superior team.in other words NZ always favourites to bring home the silverware. I always remember the kiwi paddler who picked up NZs first gold medal at 2000 Olympics. With all the pressure on and Aussie gloating with a shipload of medals in the bag pulled off a high pressure win with the media breathing down his neck.kiwis generally dont choke!!!
All Blacks v Italy: All Blacks comfortably beat Italy in years final test
This is the time to be practicing the plan B against weaker opposition.Last thing needed is some dark horse like Aus to get a wriggle on over the next year and bag another RWC trophy
Wallabies great fears Bledisloe Cup is becoming 'big yawn' as All Blacks dominate
Sounds like he is hoping you will gift us a win. Let the best team win which will be the all blacks unless you take pity on us for the sake of the game!!!
All Blacks v Ireland: Hansen says Ireland are top team in the world
If there is a good time to choke its right now and not in the RWC. You guys are still red hot favourites to bring home the trophy from Japan next year. I would say this is a wake up call not a major setback.i wonder even if coachy isnt secretly happy about this result.
Five players the Warriors could target for 2019
The Aussie guys all love to live it large in Steak and Kidney where they believe they are at the centre of the universe (im from what Sydney people consider backwoods Brissy) hard to get these guys out of the big smoke
Kiwi Marlon Williams to star with Lady Gaga, Bradley Cooper in A Star Is Born
Marlon is fantastic saw him in Mullumbimby 5 years ago and he knocked us for six!!! Another top shelf kiwi export.
All Blacks v Italy: All Blacks comfortably beat Italy in years final test
I agree the ABs consistently good or brilliant but one bad performance and an ignominious exit and gut wrenching flight home to Auckland awaits.the nation in mourning and the rest of the world gloating at NZ once again not being able to live up to the big talk.ABs will need to win every game at RWC and the pressure is on.No other country will be expecting to win and the players will be running towards the tryline with with every NZ citizen on their backs.always its a nerve wracking time.
Phil Gifford: The 10 lessons from the Springboks loss
No other country takes its Rugby as seriously as NZ. SA was courageous and a touch lucky vs you guys.I reckon with the level of National pride and international recognition at stake The All Blacks will pull it together and win the RWC trophy or just about die trying! I cant see anyone else being in the hunt all things going as they should. If the Aussies Jag another cup it will be due to good luck and every card falling our way,even if we lose it wont phase us too much in the scheme of things.
All Blacks' dominance not damaging test rugby – but their rivals' inertia is
I think a sports popularity has to do with what you grew up playing.Most Aussies grow up with league in the north and AFL elsewhere. Aussie like kiwis love a winner and will jump on any bandwagon if we are winning (we were all yachting experts in the 80s) The problem for Rugby in Aussie is that most dont grow up playing it and down south most cant tell the difference between league and union.the ARU has a major challenge ahead to get us back on track and hopefully revitalise the trans Tasman rivalry I dont know what the answer is not that it would worry you guys much.
Kieran Read: Springboks 'special in their own way'
SA is the only other nation where Rugby has anything like the prominence it has in AB mad NZ.they are the natural rivals unlike the Aussie GPS schoolboys.Sad that SA now has so many problems as a nation to deal with and (for the Boks) how ABs play has reached a new level attack wise. The Boks traditionally more stodgy relying on kicks for a win.anyway bring it on.Kiwi workmate has said Aussie could get spanked by pumas as well should be great viewing!!!!
Five players the Warriors could target for 2019
Actually a very good idea. Forward play is too specialised in Union for interchanging but the sublime skills of some union backs would transfer easily.many great ex union players made the transition in Aussie john brass,Russell Fairfax and the emperor Wally Lewis. Wasnt the name all blacks coined after missheard English comment that NZ played like they were all backs so attacking and exciting they were.?
"Wales first-five Gareth Anscombe 'crucified' for being a Kiwi",
Too right brother as an Aussie kiwis are some of the best people Ive met bit of cheek and banter between us but if you guys were in trouble Aussie would back you up in a flash.
Rowing New Zealand's worst world champs in 15 years a time for reflection
What I like about the Kiwi approach to the Olympics is how you target a few sports so as to mine the low hanging golden fruit.Here in Aussie we spread the peanut paste a lot thinner over just about every sport.the end result being you guys generally jag enough medals to attract the international recognition and look to be punching well above your weight.this is money well spent as it definitely pays dividends in the recognition stakes. someone somewhere would be looking on in admiration wanting to know how you do what you do.
Treasury warns migration is falling faster than expected 'posing a risk' to growth
Im an Aussie I can not understand why anyone would voluntarily leave Enzed. Maybe its the bigger cities or maybe they are from ethnic groups that have higher populations in aussie.why though would anyone want to leave the home of the mighty all blacks _ mustnt be rugby fans.
Elvis a hit, Warriors top dogs - what was it like when Australia last won Bledisloe Cup?
Good luck with the test.All Blacks are anawesome team, Im an Aussie but really think the all blacks are the real deal.our guys a bit ordinary in Rugby at least. I reckon 35- 12 all blacks win.
Rowing New Zealand's worst world champs in 15 years a time for reflection
No-one could put a price on the bragging rights this expenditure affords you guys every 4 years as the best performing nation per capita even trumping the USA person for person.
Rugby World Cup 2019: Scots accuse All Blacks of undue influence in games cancellation decision
Why is it that every time something goes wrong they blame ABs and NZ? The only thing ABs are guilty of is playing top-flight rugby union that makes all other teams look llike shabby.bunch of also rans especially Scotland.
Robbie Deans: All Blacks produced a masterclass but England will be huge test
The only fear at the moment is coming out of the English camp.they would be wondering whether the win over Aussie was a hollow triumph.Aussie now home on the Qantas 747Â having a nice sleep in sydney and grateful to Jesus they didnt have to face the rampaging merciless ABs!!! Best of luck England ABs will win it by 20+ points and then smash the SAers.
Hot to trot All Blacks on track for biggest try-scoring year in history
No plans needed, just greater firepower which you Kiwis have in abundance take it from this Aussie supporter you guys are as close to a certainty as it is possible to be from what Ive seen. If you dont win it will mean youve been robbed.
"The new wave of New Zealand hip hop",
I hope your stuff is better than our stupid Aussie so called skip hop.this genre should be taken away from under the banner of music cos its not really music its main features are how enduring its been and how its got by on so little innovation.
Wallabies' RWC plans starting to look a little wobbly after Bernard Foley demotion
I was at a pub last night near Lang park.SA Guernsey outnumbered the (insipid) wallabies shirts.Lang park was half empty and this was a test where we had a hope of a win.admittedly free to air but nobody watches that either!!! Only the besuited GPS die-hards are left to self flaggellate during our annual AB castor oil dose. Looks like you guys will have the field to yourself shortly from what Im seeing on this side of the mighty Tasman sea.
Phil Gifford: The 10 lessons from the Springboks loss
Thats right how much can be written about the All Blacks no other team in the worlds is so intensely analysed. Hope none of the players read this stuff or they will be in knots.
Second-half masterclass from All Blacks inflicts more Bledisloe woe on Wallabies
The talking up occurred so as to sell tickets.this stadium is packed for SOO with 85k capacity.this game attracted 66k and turnout probably 70 percent NZ expats. Most of us knew realistically we would be in for a spanking at the hands of a master Rugby team.
Brendan Venter: Springboks 'trying to treat the patient but are getting the diagnosis wrong'
SA was the only country like NZ in that Rugby was no.1 and not well down the list as in other Rugby playing nations. The sad thing now is that this other Rugby behemoth is now on the downward spiral.Looking at Aussie its probably amazing that we were able to Jag two RWCs with NZ or Boks generally favorites back then. Ithink for you guys the hope would be that Europe goes ahead so you can get some worthwhile rivalries going.This would mean a big recognition dividend for NZ as well as a country with a bigger bang on the world stage than population would normally dictate.
Clearly onside - English media berate call that cost England win against All Blacks
I agree but RWC has now got me very nervous with England added to SA as big chances to Shoot down the ABs.The best side was on the paddock last night and almost got tossed with a kinder call for England meaning a loss for Kiwi. Is this side as good as trumpeted or does playing weak sides like Aussies flatter them.
Steve Hansen says Beauden Barrett's bad night with the boot is no World Cup omen
Pressure is right and its the reason you guys have not won every RWC.you normally go in as red hot faves every time.Hopefully after last two trophies the monkey has got down off the back ( really l hope not ready to jump back on though)
Steve Hansen's loyalty to certain All Blacks could come back to bite him
Aussies best chance of a win in RWC would be employ Steven Bradbury as chief inspirational manager.
All Blacks v Canada: How the men in black rated in second Rugby World Cup pool match
So far so good for ABs.really seems only bad luck or some poor refereeing can deprive NZ from once again putting the cup in the cupboard for 4 more years. Maybe if ABs were to experience the day from hell and have two players sent off then maybe some other country like England might win it.From what Ive seen though Breaker Upperers more likely to win academy award or mortal engines outdo Spiderman in the box office than another team beat the ABs.
Steve Hansen's loyalty to certain All Blacks could come back to bite him
Fantastic to see you guys are leaving nothing to fate, but I think you are all worrying unnecessarily.You could send over dads army under Mr Mannering in the black jacket and they would most wipe the floors with Boks, England Aussie and the rest.That is how far out in front you are. We Aussies would gladly take your castoffs as the pantry is a bit thin over here
All Blacks v Canada: How the men in black rated in second Rugby World Cup pool match
From what Ive seen there only seems to be one good team (ABs) the rest range from okay to amateur.
Steve Hansen's loyalty to certain All Blacks could come back to bite him
Anything can happen but if in life there is such a thing as a dead set certainty its the all black team in the next WC. We in the rest of the world are bracing for the Haka and inevitable victory parade down Aucklands streets.should be a cake walk from what Ive seen of your team.
All Blacks upset by Ireland in Dublin arm wrestle
Rugby is a percentage game and NZ might need to return to the uglier version of winning via penalties and kicks for goal a la Johnny Wilkinson at the 2003 RWC.This would shock the Rugby World and might just bring you guys another RWC trophy.3 in a row sounds nice.
All Blacks upset by Ireland in Dublin arm wrestle
Well Im not so jingoistic as to fall in the trap of not appreciating a great team like the all blacks.NZ our nearest neighbours and best mates.
Michael Cheika quits as Wallabies coach after Rugby World Cup exit to England
I would start with following the Japanese by employing all kiwi coaching staff.if Australia wants to jump back up to first tier it would also get the managing staff of Rugby Australia from Nz also a swag of kiwi players could help as well.by availing theselves of all of this kiwi knowhow aussie may never be quite as good as ABs but at least they wont be an embarrassment and could eventually become a team that gets the odd win and keep rugby alive in Aus.
All Blacks' dominance not damaging test rugby – but their rivals' inertia is
All Blacks are another kiwi No.1 like Whittakers chocolate best in the world
FreeLorde movement underway amid fears Lorde has been jailed as school dropout
Last time heard Lorde was just doing a little impromptu show in Auckland, now the bozoes of the internet has got her in an Auckland jail. This would never have happened if everyone wasnt fixated on the RWC.Not a case if taking your eye off the ball rather looking at it a bit too closely on the TV.
'God of Thunder' to face All Blacks as Boks negotiate release of Duane Vermeulen
Just a realist Brother.
Steve Hansen and Michael Cheika agree: Dumb things cost the Wallabies
Looks like our best hope in the RWC would be for some of your key players to be out crook some favourable reffing decisions and your team to have an extremely off day. These things can happen and when the pressure of favouritism bites ABs have been known to buckle.But I think WRC is yours to lose.
Kalyn Ponga's All Blacks desire a 'warning shot' to rugby league's struggling test scene
My dream as an Aussie would be one day for the two codes to merge. Rugby would gain a better domestic comp and League a sustainable international future.obviously many problems with this but I still reckon all blacks would be an awesome force even with Aussies stronger league players coming into the mix.
It's time the Wallabies gave Australian rugby a return on investment
Problem with the Wallabies is that Rugby is a niche sport in Aussie played by private school boys with double barrel names and the offspring of kiwi expats. The common man loves league or in the southern states AFL and kind of resent the toffy rugby old boys. Totally unlike the game in NZ where rugby is the no.1 Sport.
All Blacks 'almost unbeatable' for next year's World Cup, writes top UK critic
I think this time you could go over on a leaky rowboat and still wipe the floors with all and sundry.
Phil Gifford: The 10 lessons from the Springboks loss
Steady on John I reckon you can be number one forever you have been the best throughout rugby history so far and unless rugby reaches the same level of interest in other countries as in NZ you will continue to be the worlds finest.
Kiwis to be paid fraction of what Kangaroos get for Mt Smart test
League is the working mans game in Aussie and union the preserve of the private school educated Business class.in nsw and qld.thats what Kiwis refuse to acknowledge
Steve Hansen says Wallabies will be 'sharper' after copying All Blacks' recipe
I reckon wallabies need more than a hit out to be a chance. Like Mr.Bean versus Mr T. This comment is from an Aussie
"Wales first-five Gareth Anscombe 'crucified' for being a Kiwi",
Gosh what is their problem. maybe this makes you realise we Aussies are not too bad after all and maybe kiwis and Aussie are best mates after all compared to how these other jealous Rugby nations behave.
Five players the Warriors could target for 2019
Maybe if the Warriors could hook into some of the unbeatable AB Magic they could become like the All Blacks of the NRL. The Broncos used to be the most feared club in NRL but now lost the mojo and just another team.if AWs could instill some AB magic it could be good for NZ right across the board and give you another string to your bow.
Hot to trot All Blacks on track for biggest try-scoring year in history
All Blacks seem to have found the secret recipe to piling on the tries in every game. Our Aussie side tries but is not in the same echelon.the Nth.hemisphere teams are just kidding themselves. I reckon present the RWC trophy to NZ now and save the rest of us our huge serves of the dreaded humble pie next year after watching ABs perform a cake walk.
All Blacks 'almost unbeatable' for next year's World Cup, writes top UK critic
Dont worry bro I foresee the next RWC as being a cakewalkfor mighty all Blacks. Even if you Guys end up being the recipient of bad fortune as has happened in the past (with Aussie grabbing a few trophies)everyone would still realise ABs are the best and someone else got lucky.
Five players the Warriors could target for 2019
Too right and Johnathan is a guy who pull together A premiership for a smallish Qld. centre like Townsville someone like him could galvanise all of NZ league support he knows how to find a win rather than a loss much like mighty ABs.
All Blacks 'almost unbeatable' for next year's World Cup, writes top UK critic
Many years ago I was in England and the free magazine for expats would always symbolise NZ with an All Black player. NZ has always been rugby central now the All Blacks are close to invincible.This is of course great for NZ as such recognition pays huge dividends via prestige and in economic output.Most people want to get on the bandwagon. We Aussies can only dream of such dominance in an internationally recognised sport.
Kiwis to be paid fraction of what Kangaroos get for Mt Smart test
League is more likely to take off in US than union as it is simpler.Granted union better game and Kiwis rule but league invented in UK.
All Blacks v Italy: All Blacks comfortably beat Italy in years final test
This is more like it the all blacks back up where they belong.After the losses of recent times and near death experience of England (the team was walking toward the light but luckily turned back) a black wash against Italia was what the rugby doctor ordered hopefully back on track for WC.this is what the whole country is losing sleep about.