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RWC 2011 – Quarter Final Preview
It is down to the business end of the competition. The pool play has finished and all we are left with is the top eight teams in the world. To be honest, most of these teams were easy to predict that they would get through to the quarters. Perhaps only Argentina can claim that they are the only shock, but even then, it was not a huge stretch of the imagination to see them qualifying. Read more…
David does RWC days 18, 19 and 20
David does RWC – Days 18, 19 and 20
Sorry this has been a bit late, but I’ve been really busy of late. The atmosphere up in Auckland for the games was amazing. I have to give props to the organisers of the RWC as they have done a superb job on creating such a good tournament. Both at the game and in the fanzone, it was great to see that heaps of people were getting into the games and supporting their team. Read more…
NRL Grand Final/AFL Grand Final/EPL Gameweek 7 Megatips
Time for… MEGATIPS. We’ve reached the grand final stage in both the NRL and AFL, and because of the occasion, we’re making things a bit more interesting. 10 points are up for grabs for anyone who correctly tips the winner in both games, meaning anyone could still take out the tipping. The EPL also gives us a fantastic round of matches, so head on in to see our previews and exclusive tips! Read more…
NRL Preliminary Finals/AFL Preliminary Finals/EPL Gameweek 6 Megatips
Time for… MEGATIPS. We’re only one weekend away from the AFL and NRL grand finals, and there are just four teams remaining in each competition, vying for a spot in the biggest day of the year. The EPL rolls on, and with plenty of upsets last gameweek, who knows what will happen this time around. Read on to see who we’re backing! Read more…
David does RWC – Days 9, 10 and 11
The 2011 Rugby World Cup is well under way in New Zealand, and we’ve sent our Chief Rugby Analyst David Shipton along to cover the entire tournament for us (well… not really. He lives there.)
RWC Days 9, 10 and 11
The RWC has marched on through the week, only taking a break on Monday. The minnow nations that are taking part are beginning to tire a bit and I don’t really blame them. This is one area that I think the IRB needs to take a look at. The minnow’s (basically everyone bar those in the Six Nations and Tri Nations plus Argentina) have had such quick turnarounds that they are getting fatigued in the last 20 minutes of the game and letting the bigger sides romp all over them. How is it fair that they regularly have to play 2 games in a week (including at least one against the top dogs) yet none of the top teams have to play more than once a week? It would help even the playing field so much if they did this. Teams like Fiji and Samoa have enough talent to be competitive and win games against the top 10 but will stand no chance if they have had to back up a couple of days later and play a strong and well rested side? Anyway that’s my rant over, now onto the games. Read more…
Podcast – Series 3 Episode 11
The podcast returns! This week on the show, we cover a mountain of material. From the NRL and AFL preliminary finals, to the Rugby World Cup and EPL, nothing is left untouched. “Tomo’s Think Tank” makes its debut, and is well worth listening. He touches on everything from England’s controversial black RWC strip, to Sonny Bill Williams’ playing future, Phar Lap, rugby union props, the thong, Bones, and How I Met Your Mother. So many topics, so much good listening!
David does RWC – Days 7 and 8
RWC Days 7 and 8
The Rugby World Cup (RWC) has motored through its second round of action over the weekend with the first real upset of the competition occurring on Saturday evening. The atmosphere has been great at the games, and it helps that most games have featured a reasonable degree of competitiveness. I mentioned that I was going to the fan zone on day three, and I did and it was a good experience. They set it up like a rugby field (with an actual mini sized pitch in the middle) with stands and massive screens to watch the games on. There was a good crowd in, especially considering it rained for the first wee while. Read more…
NRL Semi-Finals/AFL Semi-Finals/EPL Gameweek 5 Megatips
Time for… MEGATIPS. We’re sorry we missed last week – but we’re back again. No match previews, but plenty of tips… We should resume normal service next week! Read more…
David does RWC – Day 3
The 2011 Rugby World Cup is under way in New Zealand, and we’ve sent our Chief Rugby Analyst David Shipton along to cover the entire tournament for us (well… not really. He lives there.)
RWC Day 3
The Rugby World Cup (RWC) powered through its third day of matches, with many more fascinating games on offer. The thing that I am really enjoying about the RWC is the fact that the minnows are putting up a good performance at most of the games. They are generally playing really well for at least 60 minutes of the games, before eventually succumbing to more experienced and better sides. It has been good to see them put up a fight though, and not get thrashed. It would be nice though to see a side put together an 80 minute performance. Read more…
David does RWC – Days 1 + 2
The 2011 Rugby World Cup is under way in New Zealand, and we’ve sent our Chief Rugby Analyst David Shipton along to cover the entire tournament for us (well… not really. He lives there.)
Wow what a start to the Rugby World Cup. I can tell you that the whole of New Zealand (I know it’s not a lot really) are fully behind this tournament. The excitement levels have been hitting fever pitch, and expectations will be high for all the teams in the tournament. Let’s start right at the beginning. Read more…
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