2007-09-29 01:58:12 · 4 answers · asked by nipper 3 in Sports ➔ Rugby
I reckon that the "real" games will start in the quarter finals. it may be worth a bet on NZ not winning the World Cup. The odds may be 5/1 or something.
2007-09-29 02:08:15 · answer #1 · answered by Barry K 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not at all.
Why would you think it boring ?
That game was the last stepping stone to the knock out rounds - the last chance for the coaching staff to get their top team dialed and locked in for the next three tests.
You can bet your last cent that the French, Aussies and South Africans didn't fall asleep.
New Zealand finally showed a few cards in their hand in that game. Can start to get a feel for who the top 22 guys will be.
For example: I doubt Siti will see any more rugby in this WC.
Masoe proved he is a world class seven. He was always going to be on the bench - reassuring to know that he can really cover Richie if the unthinkable happens.
The youngster Ellis put his hand up and showed why he got the third halfback spot. (probably knew it was likely his last game)
Robbo was superb in the line out - his first 55 mins since arriving in France. Haven't really seen any killer sets of the line-out yet but we may yet.
Nick Evans will definitely be in all three teams - versatile with a capital V - wing, first five and full back - and able to compete with specialists in all three positions.
Hore has proven himself as an impact player - tough call for the hookers spots, but Hore may get it just because he can come off the bench and consistently impact.
And Ritchie - sick! the man is unreal.
I hardly found time to blink during the game.
2007-09-29 02:48:14 · answer #2 · answered by damian 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hahaha That's hilarious. Whenever any other team scores a lot of tries it's "Exciting" and "Fantastic" but when NZ does it, it's "Boring" and "One sided" and even "Bringing the game into disrepute".
The amount of anti-NZ people here is amazing... has everyone given up any chance of winning?
2007-09-29 03:25:05 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
well what did you expect with a top quality team.... they play an outstanding game of rugby and possibly make the game look easier than what it was.
England were playing at that sort of level one they won the world cup,but sadly now they are a different team!!!!!
2007-09-29 05:53:30 · answer #4 · answered by neil p 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋