So, as I write this the first match is well underway with a not unexpected match so far to start proceedings. The host nations first match against Tonga is into the second half with New Zealand comfortably in the lead and some stand out performances already. I think the support of the crowd will be a significant factor in New Zealands performance as even amongst the passionate Southern Nations, the fans will be even more vocal and consumed by the on pitch action than was the case in South Africa, and that is saying something. I love watching any sport played at the very highest levels, and this is I think going to be a real demonstration of World class sport with some spectacular matches to come.
I foresee some very early mornings over the coming weeks as the time difference takes its toll, but I'm pretty certain I'll cope with that. There are times that insomnia and being used to minimal sleep has its advantages. Not often, but sometimes, and this is one of those times. Tomorrows matches start at 2.00am and run through till 12.30ish including Englands first match against Argentina. The run up to the tournament has been interesting with some surprise results and some less than inspiring performances from the home nations teams. If England can produce a big first match performance then I think they have a genuine chance, but only a chance.
This World Cup could well come down to strength in depth as some of the minor teams have some pretty heavy hitters to deal with in the tackle area and up front, and it is unlikley that England will be able to rely as they have in the past on a dominant pack controlling the game. My prediction is that although New Zealand will be tough to beat with home territory advantage and a supremely skillful squad of players, it may well be that they are overpowered by a rampant South Africa and, if they play to their potential, a surprisingly successful French side. Of all of the teams out there, my money if I am honest, is on South Africa.....
I foresee some very early mornings over the coming weeks as the time difference takes its toll, but I'm pretty certain I'll cope with that. There are times that insomnia and being used to minimal sleep has its advantages. Not often, but sometimes, and this is one of those times. Tomorrows matches start at 2.00am and run through till 12.30ish including Englands first match against Argentina. The run up to the tournament has been interesting with some surprise results and some less than inspiring performances from the home nations teams. If England can produce a big first match performance then I think they have a genuine chance, but only a chance.
This World Cup could well come down to strength in depth as some of the minor teams have some pretty heavy hitters to deal with in the tackle area and up front, and it is unlikley that England will be able to rely as they have in the past on a dominant pack controlling the game. My prediction is that although New Zealand will be tough to beat with home territory advantage and a supremely skillful squad of players, it may well be that they are overpowered by a rampant South Africa and, if they play to their potential, a surprisingly successful French side. Of all of the teams out there, my money if I am honest, is on South Africa.....
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How was the rugby match dude ?
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Overall the best team came out on top. New Zealand on home turf were always going to be tough to beat, but the overall quality of the tournament was not that impressive IMO. I didn't see the passion and flair that I was expecting from the best teams and Englands performance was abysmal both on and off the pitch.....
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