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Title: World Cup Rugby
Post by: candy on July 27, 2011, 12:32:16 PM: World Cup Rugby 2011 New Zealand.

I know there are a lot of rugby fans out there so I thought it time ,as it's only just over a month away, to start this topic.

First controversial topic is england wearing a black strip.Even those who don't follow the sport that closely know that black is and always will be for the All Blacks.

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Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: Admin on July 27, 2011, 12:47:12 PM: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FMYWj_SrhoE
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on July 27, 2011, 01:37:53 PM: Quote from: candy on July 27, 2011, 12:32:16 PM
World Cup Rugby 2011 New Zealand.

I know there are a lot of rugby fans out there so I thought it time ,as it's only just over a month away, to start this topic.

First controversial topic is england wearing a black strip.Even those who don't follow the sport that closely know that black is and always will be for the All Blacks.

australiaflag
i hope england lose every game they play in the world cup,the best thing in the world is to see this nation lose.
and i would love to see WALES win everything.
CYMRU AM BYTH BOB AMSER UCHOD LLOEGR.
walesflag FOREVER IN MY HEART.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jockey on July 27, 2011, 02:11:07 PM: I personally think England will do well in the rugby world cup a lot better than wales .This is my own sporting view on the tournament.We can have our ideas on the tournament purely on a sporting basis with no hidden agendas.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: Starman on July 27, 2011, 02:30:15 PM: I get the feeling that Mr. Jones is going to be disappointed. Looks like England and New Zealand are going to be the sides to beat.

I personally think that New Zealand will end their long wait for a second title.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: nookiebear on July 27, 2011, 05:22:02 PM: Which TV channels will be showing it??
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on July 28, 2011, 07:39:28 AM: Quote from: Starman on July 27, 2011, 02:30:15 PM
I get the feeling that Mr. Jones is going to be disappointed. Looks like England and New Zealand are going to be the sides to beat.

I personally think that New Zealand will end their long wait for a second title.
i agree with you starman on NEW ZEALAND but as for england not so sure,if you look back to the six nations,IRELAND beat england very easy.
i assume you are english and for that i truly feel sorry for you,but you should not run away with the idea that it's only going to be a two horse race.
i think england will do ok,but as a supporter of england you must admit that your country in sport seems to fade away when you are approaching the winning line,i mean look at the last world cup of football,england was the laughing stock of the world.
still i hope we all enjoy the rugby and may the best team win,as long as it's not england.
walesflag forever in our hearts.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: garytaffy on July 28, 2011, 07:46:39 AM: I too would love to see Wales win it.Watching Shane Williams dancing around the opposition is "music to the ear". However being a Wales fan you always know that they are going to mess up..........I still have nightmares about Samoa, Fiji :o

What does the sporting oracle predict? do say oh wise one?
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on July 28, 2011, 07:55:50 AM: Quote from: garytaffy on July 28, 2011, 07:46:39 AM
I too would love to see Wales win it.Watching Shane Williams dancing around the opposition is "music to the ear". However being a Wales fan you always know that they are going to mess up..........I still have nightmares about Samoa, Fiji :o

What does the sporting oracle predict? do say oh wise one?
to early to start making predictions on who's going to win.
we still have teams playing friendly's so we have to take injury's into account and so on.
my heart on the other hand is saying WALES,but hope we all see a great world cup,and england go out in the group stage.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: Starman on July 28, 2011, 08:08:58 AM: Quote from: jones the rice on July 28, 2011, 07:39:28 AM
Quote from: Starman on July 27, 2011, 02:30:15 PM
I get the feeling that Mr. Jones is going to be disappointed. Looks like England and New Zealand are going to be the sides to beat.

I personally think that New Zealand will end their long wait for a second title.
i agree with you starman on NEW ZEALAND but as for england not so sure,if you look back to the six nations,IRELAND beat england very easy.
i assume you are english and for that i truly feel sorry for you,but you should not run away with the idea that it's only going to be a two horse race.
i think england will do ok,but as a supporter of england you must admit that your country in sport seems to fade away when you are approaching the winning line,i mean look at the last world cup of football,england was the laughing stock of the world.
still i hope we all enjoy the rugby and may the best team win,as long as it's not england.
walesflag forever in our hearts.

How many football world cup wins for Wales? How many times have Wales qualified? Rugby world cup wins? Lost finals? Semi final appearances?
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: Really? on July 28, 2011, 08:35:15 AM: Quote from: jones the rice on July 28, 2011, 07:39:28 AM
Quote from: Starman on July 27, 2011, 02:30:15 PM
I get the feeling that Mr. Jones is going to be disappointed. Looks like England and New Zealand are going to be the sides to beat.

I personally think that New Zealand will end their long wait for a second title.
i agree with you starman on NEW ZEALAND but as for england not so sure,if you look back to the six nations,IRELAND beat england very easy.
i assume you are english and for that i truly feel sorry for you,but you should not run away with the idea that it's only going to be a two horse race.
i think england will do ok,but as a supporter of england you must admit that your country in sport seems to fade away when you are approaching the winning line,i mean look at the last world cup of football,england was the laughing stock of the world.
still i hope we all enjoy the rugby and may the best team win,as long as it's not england.
walesflag forever in our hearts.

I don't think you have to be English to realise that England are the most consistent and hard to beat rugby team in the Northern Hemisphere. The results speak for themselves. I do think that England will do well. I also believe that the time is now right for New Zealand. I think jonestherice has some other reasons for his comments and not just sporting ones.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: candy on July 28, 2011, 08:38:16 AM: How many football world cup wins for Wales? How many times have Wales qualified? Rugby world cup wins? Lost finals? Semi final appearances?

I'm sure you can tell us type1
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on July 28, 2011, 08:45:25 AM: Quote from: Starman on July 28, 2011, 08:08:58 AM
Quote from: jones the rice on July 28, 2011, 07:39:28 AM
Quote from: Starman on July 27, 2011, 02:30:15 PM
I get the feeling that Mr. Jones is going to be disappointed. Looks like England and New Zealand are going to be the sides to beat.

I personally think that New Zealand will end their long wait for a second title.
i agree with you starman on NEW ZEALAND but as for england not so sure,if you look back to the six nations,IRELAND beat england very easy.
i assume you are english and for that i truly feel sorry for you,but you should not run away with the idea that it's only going to be a two horse race.
i think england will do ok,but as a supporter of england you must admit that your country in sport seems to fade away when you are approaching the winning line,i mean look at the last world cup of football,england was the laughing stock of the world.
still i hope we all enjoy the rugby and may the best team win,as long as it's not england.
walesflag forever in our hearts.

How many football world cup wins for Wales? How many times have Wales qualified? Rugby world cup wins? Lost finals? Semi final appearances?
i believe your original statement was about NEW ZEALAND and england,i just gave my opinion on what you said,at no time did i suggest WALES would win anything,and did not mention any history of the great country of WALES,in any specify sporting advents.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: Starman on July 28, 2011, 08:51:59 AM: And this thread is about rugby. You were the one who wondered off in other directions.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: Starman on July 28, 2011, 09:05:21 AM: How many football world cup wins for Wales? How many times have Wales qualified? Rugby world cup wins? Lost finals? Semi final appearances?

I'm sure you can tell us

Don't need a computer to count to zero. bananadance
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on July 28, 2011, 09:06:48 AM: Quote from: Really? on July 28, 2011, 08:35:15 AM
Quote from: jones the rice on July 28, 2011, 07:39:28 AM
Quote from: Starman on July 27, 2011, 02:30:15 PM
I get the feeling that Mr. Jones is going to be disappointed. Looks like England and New Zealand are going to be the sides to beat.

I personally think that New Zealand will end their long wait for a second title.
i agree with you starman on NEW ZEALAND but as for england not so sure,if you look back to the six nations,IRELAND beat england very easy.
i assume you are english and for that i truly feel sorry for you,but you should not run away with the idea that it's only going to be a two horse race.
i think england will do ok,but as a supporter of england you must admit that your country in sport seems to fade away when you are approaching the winning line,i mean look at the last world cup of football,england was the laughing stock of the world.
still i hope we all enjoy the rugby and may the best team win,as long as it's not england.
walesflag forever in our hearts.

I don't think you have to be English to realise that England are the most consistent and hard to beat rugby team in the Northern Hemisphere. The results speak for themselves. I do think that England will do well. I also believe that the time is now right for New Zealand. I think jonestherice has some other reasons for his comments and not just sporting ones.
i already said i quote(i think england will do ok)and i also said that NEW ZEALAND will do well possible winners.
As for (i think jones the rice has some other reasons for his comments and not just sporting ones) why should i speak well of england when england never speaks well of anyone,secondly i am WELSH and have no loyalty or passion for england none at all.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on July 28, 2011, 09:14:28 AM: Quote from: Starman on July 28, 2011, 09:05:21 AM
How many football world cup wins for Wales? How many times have Wales qualified? Rugby world cup wins? Lost finals? Semi final appearances?

I'm sure you can tell us

Don't need a computer to count to zero. bananadance
how many football world cups wins for WALES.
you just told me this thread was about RUGBY make your mind up ,or is it the fact that your english and you simply think you can do as you like the same as your GOVERNMENT.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: JAI P.E.A. on July 28, 2011, 09:15:33 AM: Well said Starman, Mr Jones this topic is about RUGBY !, so can we please stick to Rugby. But I would just like to say , Starman (1966 Football World Cup GERMANY V GERMANY , GERMANY WON THE WORLD CUP ! spot1 bananadance :D thumbup
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: Starman on July 28, 2011, 09:21:43 AM: My Government is the same as yours Mr Jones.

Anyway. What's that got to do with rugby.

I think New Zealand and England will be the teams to beat in this episode of the World Cup.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: Starman on July 28, 2011, 09:33:46 AM: Germany v Germany???

You must be referring to the Anglo Saxons' origin and their subsequent invasion of mainland Britain.

I'm quite sure that there would have been some raping and pillaging going on during that invasion leading to some mixed race( Celt and Saxon) children being born. So do we really know where we are from?

Anyway, what's that got to do with rugby?

I think New Zealand and England will be the teams to beat in this episode of the World Cup.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: JAI P.E.A. on July 28, 2011, 09:34:56 AM: You will just have to wait for my forecast, as Mr Jones said the team's are playing friendly's so we don't know how many injury's the team's will pick up. I just hope for an Exciting RUGBY WORLD CUP ! yeahme
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on July 28, 2011, 09:43:06 AM: Quote from: JAI P.E.A. on July 28, 2011, 09:15:33 AM
Well said Starman, Mr Jones this topic is about RUGBY !, so can we please stick to Rugby. But I would just like to say , Starman (1966 Football World Cup GERMANY V GERMANY , GERMANY WON THE WORLD CUP ! spot1 bananadance :D thumbup
i agree 100% GERMANY should have won the 1966 world cup,that 3rd english goal should never have been given,and then THE GREAT GERMAN team would have gone on and crushed the crumbling english.
1966 WORLD CUP WINNERS
GERMANY.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: Starman on July 28, 2011, 09:46:48 AM: Germany would have.........The 3rd goal should have...... At the end of the day England DID.

Anyway what's that got to do with Rugby?
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: JAI P.E.A. on July 28, 2011, 09:50:15 AM: The English are Germans The Welsh are real Britons thumbup :D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j617mImHVvk
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: nookiebear on July 28, 2011, 09:52:34 AM: I'm forever blowing bubbles!!
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: downtime on July 28, 2011, 10:16:26 AM: Come on now guys lets stick to the topic Rugby World Cup. We have an exciting few months ahead starting on August 6th with the first back to back England v Wales pre world cup warm up games. I also think France are worth a mention and also the Aussies will be going for it as they seemed to recover well last weekend after Samoa gave them a bit of a seeing to the previous week. Now let us not forget Ireland there is a lot of experience there and it will be a bit like England 8 years ago with a number of great players coming to the end of their careears after this World Cup. Our good friends the Welsh can play some of the most exciting rugby but it just depends if they get off the bus (or in this case the plane) Anyway lets look forward and enjoy and stay with the topic and the real rugby issues.
Can't wait!!!
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on July 28, 2011, 10:30:21 AM: Quote from: downtime on July 28, 2011, 10:16:26 AM
Come on now guys lets stick to the topic Rugby World Cup. We have an exciting few months ahead starting on August 6th with the first back to back England v Wales pre world cup warm up games. I also think France are worth a mention and also the Aussies will be going for it as they seemed to recover well last weekend after Samoa gave them a bit of a seeing to the previous week. Now let us not forget Ireland there is a lot of experience there and it will be a bit like England 8 years ago with a number of great players coming to the end of their careears after this World Cup. Our good friends the Welsh can play some of the most exciting rugby but it just depends if they get off the bus (or in this case the plane) Anyway lets look forward and enjoy and stay with the topic and the real rugby issues.
Can't wait!!!

well said agree with all you say.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: candy on July 28, 2011, 11:22:24 AM: ingland will be playing in black for the Wales game. character2
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on July 28, 2011, 12:01:38 PM: Quote from: candy on July 28, 2011, 11:22:24 AM
ingland will be playing in black for the Wales game. character2

Cymru Cachu ar Lloegr.
walesflag.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: Really? on July 28, 2011, 12:05:34 PM: Quote from: downtime on July 28, 2011, 10:16:26 AM
Come on now guys lets stick to the topic Rugby World Cup. We have an exciting few months ahead starting on August 6th with the first back to back England v Wales pre world cup warm up games. I also think France are worth a mention and also the Aussies will be going for it as they seemed to recover well last weekend after Samoa gave them a bit of a seeing to the previous week. Now let us not forget Ireland there is a lot of experience there and it will be a bit like England 8 years ago with a number of great players coming to the end of their careears after this World Cup. Our good friends the Welsh can play some of the most exciting rugby but it just depends if they get off the bus (or in this case the plane) Anyway lets look forward and enjoy and stay with the topic and the real rugby issues.
Can't wait!!!

I agree with you too Downtime. Keep it on the rugby.

It's just that this obsession with England failure by the Welsh, as highlighted by jonestherice, is laughable. They even have a song "As long as we beat the English" Norrow mindedness to the extreme.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: candy on July 28, 2011, 12:38:17 PM: Quote from: Really? on July 28, 2011, 12:05:34 PM
Quote from: downtime on July 28, 2011, 10:16:26 AM
Come on now guys lets stick to the topic Rugby World Cup. We have an exciting few months ahead starting on August 6th with the first back to back England v Wales pre world cup warm up games. I also think France are worth a mention and also the Aussies will be going for it as they seemed to recover well last weekend after Samoa gave them a bit of a seeing to the previous week. Now let us not forget Ireland there is a lot of experience there and it will be a bit like England 8 years ago with a number of great players coming to the end of their careears after this World Cup. Our good friends the Welsh can play some of the most exciting rugby but it just depends if they get off the bus (or in this case the plane) Anyway lets look forward and enjoy and stay with the topic and the real rugby issues.
Can't wait!!!

I agree with you too Downtime. Keep it on the rugby.

It's just that this obsession with England failure by the Welsh, as highlighted by jonestherice, is laughable. They even have a song "As long as we beat the English" Norrow mindedness to the extreme.

Very norrow minded.Keep it to the rugby walesflag
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: downtime on July 28, 2011, 12:59:03 PM: An interesting development in the Martin Johnson English training camp coming up this weekend. The 45 man world cup squad will be put through full-on trial match a reminder of the amateur era when it was traditional to play two sides being the Probables v Possibles prior to selection before the six nations. They will play three 20 minute periods after which Johnson and his coaching team will make their first cull in their progress to reduce the numbers to the 30 man squad bound for New Zealand.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: downtime on July 28, 2011, 01:33:26 PM: All Blacks legend "Jonah Lomu" has named Ireland as the dark horse at this years Rugby World Cup. He confirmed that a lot of players are coming to the end of their career and they'll put everything on the line. Ireland are fourth in the International Rugby Board (IRB) world rankings and the highest-placed northen hemisphere team and showed their capability with a comprehensive 24-8 win over England in the Six Nations.
Well if anybody knows Jonah should!! I'm off to the bookies
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: Starman on July 28, 2011, 01:37:02 PM: One of the reasons that I have suggested that England will be hard to beat is the strength in depth. For the first time in a long time they have 2 or even 3 top internationals in each position. This probably being one of the reasons for this "play off".

I've put my cards on the table. Now will have to wait and see.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: Starman on July 28, 2011, 01:45:28 PM: Not sure about Ireland. They have never really shown their potential at world cups, being the only country from the old 5 nations never to have made the semis.

Would be nice to see some of their old timers go out at the top. I would imagine that among 6 nations supporters Ireland would be most peoples' "2nd" team.

Except for Mr.Jones who obviously has a soft spot for England!!!
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: nookiebear on July 28, 2011, 02:22:01 PM: Mr Jones is coming across as a right 'Pirck',,,,,should have stayed supporting the Hammers!!!
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jumbo on July 28, 2011, 02:32:07 PM: Quote from: nookiebear on July 28, 2011, 02:22:01 PM
Mr Jones is coming across as a right 'Pirck',,,,,should have stayed supporting the Hammers!!!
Was he there last Saturday??
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: candy on July 28, 2011, 03:06:37 PM: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfr6jmJOGA8&feature=related
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: downtime on July 28, 2011, 03:09:45 PM: Well Starman I am inclined to agree with you that England to appear to have plenty of strength in depth at this crucial time and with your captain Mike Tindal getting married to Zara Phillips this Saturday will also have a bit of royalty!!
Of the 20 competing teams the bookies have England fourth favorites at 10/1 with the All blacks up front at 8/11 followed by Australia 4/1, South Africa 6/1 France 16/1 Ireland 20/1 and good old Wales 50/1
But there will have been a feast of games before we get to that final.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on July 28, 2011, 08:04:09 PM: Quote from: nookiebear on July 28, 2011, 02:22:01 PM
Mr Jones is coming across as a right 'Pirck',,,,,should have stayed supporting the Hammers!!!
if you are going to call me a pirck then please call me a WELSH pirck,don't want people thinking i am a english pirck,would not be able to sleep at night.
don't mind people calling me a pirck but english please.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on July 28, 2011, 08:11:00 PM: Quote from: Starman on July 28, 2011, 01:45:28 PM
Not sure about Ireland. They have never really shown their potential at world cups, being the only country from the old 5 nations never to have made the semis.

Would be nice to see some of their old timers go out at the top. I would imagine that among 6 nations supporters Ireland would be most peoples' "2nd" team.

Except for Mr.Jones who obviously has a soft spot for England!!!
no us WELSH are just norrow minded.555
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: smithy99 on July 29, 2011, 07:46:13 AM: New Zealand will not win the world cup

Must the best lay of the year.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: downtime on July 29, 2011, 08:56:30 AM: The New Zealand All Blacks won the first ever Rugby World Cup back in 1987. Since then they have been known as the greatest under achievers of this tournament. But they will go into this years event as outright favourites coming on the back of winning the Tri Seires 2010 and also won all the autumn internationals.
Have they peaked to early again, We shall see!!
Pool A teams
New Zealand, France, Japan, Canada, Tonga
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: Starman on July 29, 2011, 09:48:26 AM: Interesting that New Zealand and France are in the same group with France being one of only 3 teams to have beaten New Zealand in the World Cup.

The chances are that whoever loses the New Zealand v France game will play England in the quarters.

A lot to play for. England fans will be watching closely too as England have never beaten New Zealand in a World Cup.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: candy on July 29, 2011, 10:59:34 AM: Quote from: Starman on July 29, 2011, 09:48:26 AM
Interesting that New Zealand and France are in the same group with France being one of only 3 teams to have beaten New Zealand in the World Cup.

The chances are that whoever loses the New Zealand v France game will play England in the quarters.

A lot to play for. England fans will be watching closely too as England have never beaten New Zealand in a World Cup.

That's if angleland get that far walesflag
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: Starman on July 29, 2011, 11:06:50 AM: Quote from: candy on July 29, 2011, 10:59:34 AM
Quote from: Starman on July 29, 2011, 09:48:26 AM
Interesting that New Zealand and France are in the same group with France being one of only 3 teams to have beaten New Zealand in the World Cup.

The chances are that whoever loses the New Zealand v France game will play England in the quarters.

A lot to play for. England fans will be watching closely too as England have never beaten New Zealand in a World Cup.

That's if angleland get that far walesflag

Yes indeed. I did say chances are. Could be setting myself up for a heavy fall here!!!!
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: Charlie on July 29, 2011, 12:06:34 PM: I quite like a bit of rugby. I was in Bangkok a few years back when the 7s was on. Prefer the 15man version though. Does anyone know if it will be on TV?
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: candy on July 29, 2011, 12:58:42 PM: the t.v. is too small
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: smithy99 on July 29, 2011, 06:23:15 PM: Quote from: Charlie on July 29, 2011, 12:06:34 PM
I quite like a bit of rugby. I was in Bangkok a few years back when the 7s was on. Prefer the 15man version though. Does anyone know if it will be on TV?

Every game is live on the internet.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on July 30, 2011, 11:17:34 AM: dim ond hoffi i ddweud hl nt bob fy ffrindian cymru
fe hoffwni cymru dymuno bob llwyyddiant yn dod fyny a roundiau terfnot ccwpan ybyd yn seland newwydd.
acfe hoffwn i weld cymru cael cachu cwpan y byd a gem golli bob maent chnarae. ;D

walesflag
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: binnsy on July 30, 2011, 11:29:27 AM: character4 I have just had a look at the odds for the World Cup and those boys from the valleys are 50/1 is this a mistake? :D :D :D
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: nookiebear on July 30, 2011, 11:32:09 AM: Quote from: binnsy on July 30, 2011, 11:29:27 AM
character4 I have just had a look at the odds for the World Cup and those boys from the valleys are 50/1 is this a mistake? :D :D :D
No its not a mistake!!
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on July 30, 2011, 11:34:53 AM: I WOULD JUST LIKE TO WISH EVERY TEAM THAT PLAYS england IN THE WORLD CUP THE VERY BEST OF LUCK bravo1
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: binnsy on July 30, 2011, 11:40:22 AM: Quote from: nookiebear on July 30, 2011, 11:32:09 AM
Quote from: binnsy on July 30, 2011, 11:29:27 AM
character4 I have just had a look at the odds for the World Cup and those boys from the valleys are 50/1 is this a mistake? :D :D :D
No its not a mistake!!

Maybe to get out of there group?
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on July 30, 2011, 11:43:45 AM: Quote from: binnsy on July 30, 2011, 11:40:22 AM
Quote from: nookiebear on July 30, 2011, 11:32:09 AM
Quote from: binnsy on July 30, 2011, 11:29:27 AM
character4 I have just had a look at the odds for the World Cup and those boys from the valleys are 50/1 is this a mistake? :D :D :D
No its not a mistake!!

Maybe to get out of there group?
you english you are a strange breed,of course that what it is your breed'
ANGLO SAXON a mixed breed.ha ha ha ha
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: downtime on July 31, 2011, 12:37:35 AM: Still tring to keep this topic on track. England captain had his Royal wedding today at Canongate Kirk Edinburgh attended by the Queen , Duke of Edinburgh William and Kate plus a bunch of his rugby pals. Martin Johnson's expected announcement has been delayed but he confirmed that several players have been released from his 45 man squad following the trial match at the Scoop on Thursday.
It will be very interesting to see the selection for next Saturdays England v Wales warm up game and also Ireland and France.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on July 31, 2011, 07:12:46 AM: Quote from: downtime on July 31, 2011, 12:37:35 AM
Still tring to keep this topic on track. England captain had his Royal wedding today at Canongate Kirk Edinburgh attended by the Queen , Duke of Edinburgh William and Kate plus a bunch of his rugby pals. Martin Johnson's expected announcement has been delayed but he confirmed that several players have been released from his 45 man squad following the trial match at the Scoop on Thursday.
It will be very interesting to see the selection for next Saturdays England v Wales warm up game and also Ireland and France.
royal wedding another half breed getting married,
see the miserable old cow was there,a smile would not hurt the old bag.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: downtime on July 31, 2011, 10:35:03 AM: Tri-Nations result yesterday New Zealand 40 - 7 South Africa
Next weekend New Zealand will face Australia, the second favourites, at Auckland which should provide us with some idea of both teams form for the World Cup
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: binnsy on July 31, 2011, 10:53:53 AM: Quote from: jones the rice on July 31, 2011, 07:12:46 AM
Quote from: downtime on July 31, 2011, 12:37:35 AM
Still tring to keep this topic on track. England captain had his Royal wedding today at Canongate Kirk Edinburgh attended by the Queen , Duke of Edinburgh William and Kate plus a bunch of his rugby pals. Martin Johnson's expected announcement has been delayed but he confirmed that several players have been released from his 45 man squad following the trial match at the Scoop on Thursday.
It will be very interesting to see the selection for next Saturdays England v Wales warm up game and also Ireland and France.
royal wedding another half breed getting married,
see the miserable old cow was there,a smile would not hurt the old bag.

Thats no way to talk about your Queen.
6 months in the Tower 4 U
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on July 31, 2011, 11:22:24 AM: Quote from: binnsy on July 31, 2011, 10:53:53 AM
Quote from: jones the rice on July 31, 2011, 07:12:46 AM
Quote from: downtime on July 31, 2011, 12:37:35 AM
Still tring to keep this topic on track. England captain had his Royal wedding today at Canongate Kirk Edinburgh attended by the Queen , Duke of Edinburgh William and Kate plus a bunch of his rugby pals. Martin Johnson's expected announcement has been delayed but he confirmed that several players have been released from his 45 man squad following the trial match at the Scoop on Thursday.
It will be very interesting to see the selection for next Saturdays England v Wales warm up game and also Ireland and France.
royal wedding another half breed getting married,
see the miserable old cow was there,a smile would not hurt the old bag.

Thats no way to talk about your Queen.
6 months in the Tower 4 U
she is no queen of mine,
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: candy on August 02, 2011, 08:52:36 AM: Wales rugby captain Rees to miss England clash
Published: 1/08/2011 at 10:32 PM
Online news: Sports

walesflag

Wales rugby captain Matthew Rees is set to miss his country's opening World Cup warm-up match against England after suffering a neck injury.
In the absence of Rees, Cardiff Blues flanker Sam Warburton, who led Wales in their defeat to the Barbarians two months ago, is set to keep the captain's armband at Twickenham on Saturday.

Scarlets hooker Rees skippered Wales throughout last season's international schedule, but he has been struggling with the neck problem in recent weeks and Wales coach Warren Gatland admitted on Monday that surgery is a possibility.

Gatland hopes any operation would not take place until after Wales' World Cup campaign, which begins against South Africa on September 11, so Rees maye be used sparingly through the the warm-up programme to keep him fit for the tournament in New Zealand

"Matthew has had a bit of a neck problem for a few weeks," Gatland said. "He is getting injections and we're hopeful he will be alright in the next week or two.

"An operation is a definite possibility but we are hoping it definitely won't be before the World Cup. If he doesn't improve, he may need something after the World Cup.

"There is a bit of nerve pressure, and we're hopeful the injections will help. It is mainly affecting him when he is trying to sleep.

"Ideally, you would like him to play in the warm-ups because you don't want him to go in cold.

"He is getting frustrated because he hasn't been able to do much in the last couple of weeks."

Wales will play three World Cup warm-up fixtures this month, with a return match against England in Cardiff on August 13 followed by Argentina visiting the Millennium Stadium seven days later.

Gatland plans to announce his final 30-man World Cup squad for New Zealand on August 22.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: downtime on August 02, 2011, 12:27:12 PM: In addition to the pre world cup England v Wales game at Twickenham this Saturday we also have Scotland v Ireland at Murrayfield.
But Brian O'Driscoll is "unlikely" to feature in the first two World Cup warm-up matches as he is nursing a shoulder/neck injury. But the greatest injury concerns in Declan Kidney's camp are Stephen Ferris and Gordon D'Arcy who were described yesterday as being in "a race against time"
France will only play two warm-up games both against Ireland the first will be on Saturday 13 August.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on August 02, 2011, 02:17:28 PM: Quote from: downtime on August 02, 2011, 12:27:12 PM
In addition to the pre world cup England v Wales game at Twickenham this Saturday we also have Scotland v Ireland at Murrayfield.
But Brian O'Driscoll is "unlikely" to feature in the first two World Cup warm-up matches as he is nursing a shoulder/neck injury. But the greatest injury concerns in Declan Kidney's camp are Stephen Ferris and Gordon D'Arcy who were described yesterday as being in "a race against time"
France will only play two warm-up games both against Ireland the first will be on Saturday 13 August.
good luck to WALES against the SAESNEG.
wales forever walesflag walesflag walesflag walesflag walesflag walesflag walesflag
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: Starman on August 02, 2011, 02:31:10 PM: Quote from: jones the rice on August 02, 2011, 02:17:28 PM
Quote from: downtime on August 02, 2011, 12:27:12 PM
In addition to the pre world cup England v Wales game at Twickenham this Saturday we also have Scotland v Ireland at Murrayfield.
But Brian O'Driscoll is "unlikely" to feature in the first two World Cup warm-up matches as he is nursing a shoulder/neck injury. But the greatest injury concerns in Declan Kidney's camp are Stephen Ferris and Gordon D'Arcy who were described yesterday as being in "a race against time"
France will only play two warm-up games both against Ireland the first will be on Saturday 13 August.
good luck to WALES against the SAESNEG.
wales forever walesflag walesflag walesflag walesflag walesflag walesflag walesflag

Thank you for finally referring to England using capital letters even if you have spelt it wrong.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on August 02, 2011, 03:04:12 PM: Quote from: Starman on August 02, 2011, 02:31:10 PM
Quote from: jones the rice on August 02, 2011, 02:17:28 PM
Quote from: downtime on August 02, 2011, 12:27:12 PM
In addition to the pre world cup England v Wales game at Twickenham this Saturday we also have Scotland v Ireland at Murrayfield.
But Brian O'Driscoll is "unlikely" to feature in the first two World Cup warm-up matches as he is nursing a shoulder/neck injury. But the greatest injury concerns in Declan Kidney's camp are Stephen Ferris and Gordon D'Arcy who were described yesterday as being in "a race against time"
France will only play two warm-up games both against Ireland the first will be on Saturday 13 August.
good luck to WALES against the SAESNEG.
wales forever walesflag walesflag walesflag walesflag walesflag walesflag walesflag

Thank you for finally referring to England using capital letters even if you have spelt it wrong.
not spelt it wrong saesneg means english not england
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: Starman on August 02, 2011, 03:15:40 PM: As far as I am aware the way you spelt it means English language. To mean English the people it needs to be spelt with an "i". Saesnig.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jockey on August 02, 2011, 03:33:25 PM: Why are two english people arguing over Welsh spelling swordfight
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on August 02, 2011, 03:35:22 PM: Quote from: Starman on August 02, 2011, 03:15:40 PM
As far as I am aware the way you spelt it means English language. To mean English the people it needs to be spelt with an "i". Saesnig.
as far as i know starman you can spell it with a I or an E up to you as they say in this part of the world walesflag
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on August 02, 2011, 03:38:10 PM: Quote from: jockey on August 02, 2011, 03:33:25 PM
Why are two english people arguing over Welsh spelling swordfight
i am not english,and do not insult me by saying i am thank you walesflag forever
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: Paddyram on August 02, 2011, 07:55:35 PM: Just to confuse the Issue more, in Irish it's spelt: Sasanaigh
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on August 02, 2011, 08:11:09 PM: Quote from: Paddyram on August 02, 2011, 07:55:35 PM
Just to confuse the Issue more, in Irish it's spelt: Sasanaigh
a word i will remember for the future thumbup
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jumbo on August 02, 2011, 09:12:55 PM: Quote from: jones the rice on August 02, 2011, 08:11:09 PM
Quote from: Paddyram on August 02, 2011, 07:55:35 PM
Just to confuse the Issue more, in Irish it's spelt: Sasanaigh
a word i will remember for the future thumbup
I can think of a couple of other words you may like to remember for the future!!!
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on August 03, 2011, 06:44:17 AM: Quote from: jumbo on August 02, 2011, 09:12:55 PM
Quote from: jones the rice on August 02, 2011, 08:11:09 PM
Quote from: Paddyram on August 02, 2011, 07:55:35 PM
Just to confuse the Issue more, in Irish it's spelt: Sasanaigh
a word i will remember for the future thumbup
I can think of a couple of other words you may like to remember for the future!!!
and what might they be
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: binnsy on August 03, 2011, 07:02:23 AM: Quote from: jones the rice on August 03, 2011, 06:44:17 AM
Quote from: jumbo on August 02, 2011, 09:12:55 PM
Quote from: jones the rice on August 02, 2011, 08:11:09 PM
Quote from: Paddyram on August 02, 2011, 07:55:35 PM
Just to confuse the Issue more, in Irish it's spelt: Sasanaigh
a word i will remember for the future thumbup
I can think of a couple of other words you may like to remember for the future!!!
and what might they be

WORLD CHAMPIONS ;-)
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on August 03, 2011, 07:14:32 AM: Quote from: binnsy on August 03, 2011, 07:02:23 AM
Quote from: jones the rice on August 03, 2011, 06:44:17 AM
Quote from: jumbo on August 02, 2011, 09:12:55 PM
Quote from: jones the rice on August 02, 2011, 08:11:09 PM
Quote from: Paddyram on August 02, 2011, 07:55:35 PM
Just to confuse the Issue more, in Irish it's spelt: Sasanaigh
a word i will remember for the future thumbup
I can think of a couple of other words you may like to remember for the future!!!
and what might they be

WORLD CHAMPIONS ;-)
who do you mean the WELSH or the IRISH? walesflag irelandflag
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: JAI P.E.A. on August 05, 2011, 02:24:35 PM: iconurgent icon_must ,Just seen , Mr MANU TUILAGI ( good old English name :D ) is to make his debut against WALES on Sat 6Th Aug. Mr MANU TUILAGI arrived in the UK 7years ago on a visitors visa age 13years old, he's an OVERSTAY ! ?
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: JAI P.E.A. on August 06, 2011, 07:52:56 AM: Wales players given £100k World Cup bonus incentive
IN ASSOCIATION WITH
Page last updated at 18:58 GMT, Friday, 5 August 2011 19:58 UK
E-mail this to a friendPrintable version Wales players will pocket a sizeable bonus if they win in New Zealand Wales' players could earn up to £100,000 each if they win the 2011 World Cup in New Zealand, BBC Sport Wales understands.

The Welsh Rugby Union and players' association have struck a payment deal that covers all Test matches until the end of the 2016 Rugby World Cup.

Any player who appears in every round of a successful 2011 World Cup campaign would take home £100,000.
SHAME ON YOU LOT !, YOU SHOULD BE PROUD JUST TO WEAR THE SHIRT OF WALES !, but unfortunately this is the way of the world !?. ( AND WE WHERE SINGING HYMNS & ARIAS LAND OF MY FATHERS AR HYD Y NOS ! )
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: binnsy on August 06, 2011, 08:13:28 AM: monkeydancing TOBY FALETAU

Born in TONGA not sure if this North or South Wales :D :D

Warren Gatland

Born in HAMILTON New Zealand

oldmanwithstick oldmanwithstick oldmanwithstick
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: downtime on August 06, 2011, 09:27:14 AM: Big day for rugby fans. Tri Nations New Zealand v Australia game this afternoon.
Then tonight England v Wales and Scotland v Ireland in the World Cup warm-ups
Great day to look forward too, did someone mention that there was some football on as well!!
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on August 06, 2011, 09:38:29 AM: GOOD LUCK TO WALES TONIGHT AGAINST england.
SO PROUD TO BE WELSH.
COME ON WALES.
walesflag walesflag walesflag ALWAYS IN MY HEART
burirampea burirampea
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on August 07, 2011, 07:52:44 AM: england 23 v WALES 19

good game enjoyable to watch,could have gone either way at the end,i think WALES should have won the game certainly finished the game the strongest,but with england they do like to play that negative kicking game,but as we all know rugby is all about tries.
next week hope to see another good game and i think we will see a WELSH victory.

walesflag walesflag walesflag
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: binnsy on August 07, 2011, 09:15:49 AM: Quote from: jones the rice on August 07, 2011, 07:52:44 AM
england 23 v WALES 19

good game enjoyable to watch,could have gone either way at the end,i think WALES should have won the game certainly finished the game the strongest,but with england they do like to play that negative kicking game,but as we all know rugby is all about tries.
next week hope to see another good game and i think we will see a WELSH victory.

walesflag walesflag walesflag

I thought it was about scoring more points than your opponent. :D :D :D bananadance bananadance bananadance mhihi mhihi mhihi
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on August 07, 2011, 09:29:26 AM: Quote from: binnsy on August 07, 2011, 09:15:49 AM
Quote from: jones the rice on August 07, 2011, 07:52:44 AM
england 23 v WALES 19

good game enjoyable to watch,could have gone either way at the end,i think WALES should have won the game certainly finished the game the strongest,but with england they do like to play that negative kicking game,but as we all know rugby is all about tries.
next week hope to see another good game and i think we will see a WELSH victory.

walesflag walesflag walesflag

I thought it was about scoring more points than your opponent. :D :D :D bananadance bananadance bananadance mhihi mhihi mhihi
well that's another way you can look at it bananadance crazydance thumbup party2
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: nookiebear on August 07, 2011, 11:14:22 AM: Quote from: binnsy on August 07, 2011, 09:15:49 AM
Quote from: jones the rice on August 07, 2011, 07:52:44 AM
england 23 v WALES 19

good game enjoyable to watch,could have gone either way at the end,i think WALES should have won the game certainly finished the game the strongest,but with england they do like to play that negative kicking game,but as we all know rugby is all about tries.
next week hope to see another good game and i think we will see a WELSH victory.

walesflag walesflag walesflag

I thought it was about scoring more points than your opponent. :D :D :D bananadance bananadance bananadance mhihi mhihi mhihi
Binnsy ,sometimes you can defy logic,,,,,,,,,,Amazing party4 thumbup
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: smithy99 on August 07, 2011, 07:41:37 PM: I can see wales winning next week.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: nookiebear on August 07, 2011, 08:22:27 PM: Quote from: smithy99 on August 07, 2011, 07:41:37 PM
I can see wales winning next week.
Only if they play themselves!!
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: downtime on August 13, 2011, 10:47:10 PM: Well Nookie you will be the the one playing with yourself tonight
Wales 19- 9 England
It was a very exciting game from the "result point of veiw" as friendly's go but on that evidence much work still to do on both sides if they are to make an impression in New Zealand.
But still a very entertaining game. Come on the World Cup!!
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on August 14, 2011, 09:24:47 AM: what a great win for WALES.
walesflag forever
watched the game this morning don't you just love watching england LOSE redman redman bananadance bananadance
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: smithy99 on August 14, 2011, 08:20:00 PM: Quote from: smithy99 on August 07, 2011, 07:41:37 PM
I can see wales winning next week.

party6
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: smithy99 on August 14, 2011, 08:20:57 PM: Quote from: nookiebear on August 07, 2011, 08:22:27 PM
Quote from: smithy99 on August 07, 2011, 07:41:37 PM
I can see wales winning next week.
Only if they play themselves!!

Cough Cough
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: candy on August 15, 2011, 09:24:45 AM: walesflag Cymru-Am-Byth.Caewch i geg saesneg walesflag
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: Starman on August 15, 2011, 01:46:59 PM: Saw some of the game. In all fairness a very good defensive display from Wales. Soaked it up and then went on the attack.

Unfortunately for Wales looks like they may have lost Henson for at least the group games of the World Cup.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: candy on August 17, 2011, 10:40:42 AM: WALES' WORLD CUP FIXTURES

walesflag•v South Africa: 11 Sept, Wellington
walesflag•v Samoa: 18 Sept, Hamilton
walesflag•v Namibia: 26 Sept, New Plymouth
walesflag•v Fiji: 02 Oct, Hamilton
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on August 17, 2011, 10:43:52 AM: Quote from: candy on August 17, 2011, 10:40:42 AM
WALES' WORLD CUP FIXTURES

walesflag•v South Africa: 11 Sept, Wellington
walesflag•v Samoa: 18 Sept, Hamilton
walesflag•v Namibia: 26 Sept, New Plymouth
walesflag•v Fiji: 02 Oct, Hamilton
LOOKS LIKE 4 WINS THEN
WHAT ARE THE DATES FOR england TO LOSE THEIR 4 GAMES
bananadance redman
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: downtime on August 18, 2011, 11:17:11 AM: Another great rugby weekend coming up.
Tri Nations
South Africa v New Zealand at Port Elizabeth KO 1605 BST

World Cup warm-ups
Wales v Argentina at Millennium Stadium KO 1430 BST

Then we have Irish captain Brian O'Driscoll back from injury to lead his team.
Ireland v France at Dublin KO 1700 BST

Scotland v Italy at Murrayfield KO 1700 BST

The English are having a rest this weekend

Come on the Celts!!
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jones the rice on August 18, 2011, 11:58:09 AM: Quote from: downtime on August 18, 2011, 11:17:11 AM
Another great rugby weekend coming up.
Tri Nations
South Africa v New Zealand at Port Elizabeth KO 1605 BST

World Cup warm-ups
Wales v Argentina at Millennium Stadium KO 1430 BST

Then we have Irish captain Brian O'Driscoll back from injury to lead his team.
Ireland v France at Dublin KO 1700 BST

Scotland v Italy at Murrayfield KO 1700 BST

The English are having a rest this weekend

Come on the Celts!!
would like to see new zealand win against south africa
WALES win against argentina
IRELAND win against france
SCOTLAND win against italy
HAVING A REST THIS WEEKEND win against england.
walesflag irelandflag scotlandflag
newzealandflag
sorry cannot find a flag for HAVING A REST THIS WEEKEND bananadance
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: downtime on September 09, 2011, 11:52:03 AM: At last the day has arrived
The Rugby World Cup starts TODAY

See all you fans later at Paddy's
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: smithy99 on September 09, 2011, 09:50:41 PM: you can watch every game online
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: downtime on September 09, 2011, 10:12:18 PM: Yes Smithy99 we all know we can watch it on line but its a lot more fun watching it with good friends
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: smithy99 on September 10, 2011, 09:43:52 AM: Online can be watched via bars or via your good freinds homes as far as im aware

However not many of these places offer,EVERY premiership game,EVERY Horse Race in UK

EVERY Rugby World Cup Game

All major sports channels worldwide

Infact id say there isnt one bar in Issan that offers the above.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: jockey on September 10, 2011, 12:45:26 PM: Hi ,would it be possible for a few interested parties to visit you and have a look at the system you are talking about ,and drink some of the reasonably priced beer and ciders you advertise on you posts.
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: JAI P.E.A. on September 12, 2011, 08:50:28 AM: WALES 16 SOUTH AFRICA 17. Wales full-back James Hook claims he was denied a successful penalty kick which could have cost Wales an opening World Cup win over South Africa.

Hook's 14th-minute shot in Wales' 17-16 defeat sailed high above the posts and looked as it may have gone over.

But assistant referees Vinny Munro and George Clancy did not signal a score and referee Wayne Barnes agreed.

"Wayne Barnes was in the same position as me so surely he's seen what I've seen," chairhit said Hook.

"I thought it went over."

Barnes did not to refer the disputed penalty to television match official (TMO) Matt Goddard although Hook believes the ENGLISH ! official should have done so.

IRB RULE 6.A.6aContinue reading the main story
The [television match] official may be consulted in relation to the success or otherwise of kicks at goal
"I suppose that would have been the best thing to do," said Hook.

The 26-year-old, who kicked 11 points in Wales' defeat by the defending champions in Wellington, was so confident after striking the shot that he turned away in the belief he had added another three points.

"Myself and the kicking coach [Neil Jenkins] said it was over, but what can you do?

"I was running back because I thought it was over so if I was in any doubt I would have stayed there and watched it go over.

"They [Hook's Welsh team-mates] thought it was over so they were running back as well.

"It was one of those things that he didn't give it and we lost by a point. So it's as simple as that."

And Wales coach Warren Gatland REVEALED SPRINGBOK'S full back FRANS STEYN HAD TOLD THE WELSH CAMP THAT HOOK'S KICK SHOULD HAVE BEEN GIVEN !?.
Interview: BBC pundit Jonathan Davies
"I thought it was interesting at half-time when we went in the tunnel and we were saying we thought the kick was over," said Gatland.

"And Frans Steyn said, 'yeah, I thought it was over as well'.

"That is the drama of sport. You take the good with the bad. Good sides take disappointment on the chin and they front up up next week."

Wales captain Sam Warburton also asked Barnes about going to Australian TMO Goddard during a break in play a couple of minutes later, but by that stage it was too late.

"The angle I was at when he took it, I couldn't tell," said the flanker.

"So we just cracked on as normal and I don't think many of the boys could tell but afterwards it looked like on TV that it went over.

"Even if it had been given, it might have changed the mindset of the South Africans, and they could have come back.

"It was in the first half, and there was still 60-odd minutes to go, so you can't blame the game on that. It's hard to say what would have happened."

And Wales centre Jonathan Davies added: "We have heard whispers that it went over. WELL DONE WALES redman PROND TO BE WELSH !!! redman redman redman
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: angus on September 12, 2011, 09:15:03 AM: Quote from: JAI P.E.A. on September 12, 2011, 08:50:28 AM
WALES 16 SOUTH AFRICA 17. Wales full-back James Hook claims he was denied a successful penalty kick which could have cost Wales an opening World Cup win over South Africa.

Hook's 14th-minute shot in Wales' 17-16 defeat sailed high above the posts and looked as it may have gone over.

But assistant referees Vinny Munro and George Clancy did not signal a score and referee Wayne Barnes agreed.

"Wayne Barnes was in the same position as me so surely he's seen what I've seen," chairhit said Hook.

"I thought it went over."

Barnes did not to refer the disputed penalty to television match official (TMO) Matt Goddard although Hook believes the ENGLISH ! official should have done so.

IRB RULE 6.A.6aContinue reading the main story
The [television match] official may be consulted in relation to the success or otherwise of kicks at goal
"I suppose that would have been the best thing to do," said Hook.

The 26-year-old, who kicked 11 points in Wales' defeat by the defending champions in Wellington, was so confident after striking the shot that he turned away in the belief he had added another three points.

"Myself and the kicking coach [Neil Jenkins] said it was over, but what can you do?

"I was running back because I thought it was over so if I was in any doubt I would have stayed there and watched it go over.

"They [Hook's Welsh team-mates] thought it was over so they were running back as well.

"It was one of those things that he didn't give it and we lost by a point. So it's as simple as that."

And Wales coach Warren Gatland REVEALED SPRINGBOK'S full back FRANS STEYN HAD TOLD THE WELSH CAMP THAT HOOK'S KICK SHOULD HAVE BEEN GIVEN !?.
Interview: BBC pundit Jonathan Davies
"I thought it was interesting at half-time when we went in the tunnel and we were saying we thought the kick was over," said Gatland.

"And Frans Steyn said, 'yeah, I thought it was over as well'.

"That is the drama of sport. You take the good with the bad. Good sides take disappointment on the chin and they front up up next week."

Wales captain Sam Warburton also asked Barnes about going to Australian TMO Goddard during a break in play a couple of minutes later, but by that stage it was too late.

"The angle I was at when he took it, I couldn't tell," said the flanker.

"So we just cracked on as normal and I don't think many of the boys could tell but afterwards it looked like on TV that it went over.

"Even if it had been given, it might have changed the mindset of the South Africans, and they could have come back.

"It was in the first half, and there was still 60-odd minutes to go, so you can't blame the game on that. It's hard to say what would have happened."

And Wales centre Jonathan Davies added: "We have heard whispers that it went over. WELL DONE WALES redman PROND TO BE WELSH !!! redman redman redman
their was nothing wrong with the kick the only man in the world that did not see the ball go through the posts,was the english cheating clown standing on the pitch with a white shirt on.an absolute disgrace that this official was given this game,in my honest opinion this official should be kicked out of top flight rugby and sent home.
this error could see wales having to play australia in the next round,instead of an easier opponent. wildman
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: candy on September 12, 2011, 10:04:34 AM: Well done WALES.A great display and a little unlucky.
I am PROUD to be Welsh

The 'u' is like an upside down small 'n' Jai.
If you use big letters the 'n' is like a z on its side Z---- N
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: nookiebear on September 12, 2011, 02:46:35 PM: Quote from: jockey on September 10, 2011, 12:45:26 PM
Hi ,would it be possible for a few interested parties to visit you and have a look at the system you are talking about ,and drink some of the reasonably priced beer and ciders you advertise on you posts.
Jockey,
Its my place he promotes & I don't have a clue who Smithy 99 is!!
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: Vombatus on September 12, 2011, 07:06:09 PM: Quote from: angus on September 12, 2011, 09:15:03 AM
Quote from: JAI P.E.A. on September 12, 2011, 08:50:28 AM
WALES 16 SOUTH AFRICA 17. Wales full-back James Hook claims he was denied a successful penalty kick which could have cost Wales an opening World Cup win over South Africa.

Hook's 14th-minute shot in Wales' 17-16 defeat sailed high above the posts and looked as it may have gone over.

But assistant referees Vinny Munro and George Clancy did not signal a score and referee Wayne Barnes agreed.

"Wayne Barnes was in the same position as me so surely he's seen what I've seen," chairhit said Hook.

"I thought it went over."

Barnes did not to refer the disputed penalty to television match official (TMO) Matt Goddard although Hook believes the ENGLISH ! official should have done so.

IRB RULE 6.A.6aContinue reading the main story
The [television match] official may be consulted in relation to the success or otherwise of kicks at goal
"I suppose that would have been the best thing to do," said Hook.

The 26-year-old, who kicked 11 points in Wales' defeat by the defending champions in Wellington, was so confident after striking the shot that he turned away in the belief he had added another three points.

"Myself and the kicking coach [Neil Jenkins] said it was over, but what can you do?

"I was running back because I thought it was over so if I was in any doubt I would have stayed there and watched it go over.

"They [Hook's Welsh team-mates] thought it was over so they were running back as well.

"It was one of those things that he didn't give it and we lost by a point. So it's as simple as that."

And Wales coach Warren Gatland REVEALED SPRINGBOK'S full back FRANS STEYN HAD TOLD THE WELSH CAMP THAT HOOK'S KICK SHOULD HAVE BEEN GIVEN !?.
Interview: BBC pundit Jonathan Davies
"I thought it was interesting at half-time when we went in the tunnel and we were saying we thought the kick was over," said Gatland.

"And Frans Steyn said, 'yeah, I thought it was over as well'.

"That is the drama of sport. You take the good with the bad. Good sides take disappointment on the chin and they front up up next week."

Wales captain Sam Warburton also asked Barnes about going to Australian TMO Goddard during a break in play a couple of minutes later, but by that stage it was too late.

"The angle I was at when he took it, I couldn't tell," said the flanker.

"So we just cracked on as normal and I don't think many of the boys could tell but afterwards it looked like on TV that it went over.

"Even if it had been given, it might have changed the mindset of the South Africans, and they could have come back.

"It was in the first half, and there was still 60-odd minutes to go, so you can't blame the game on that. It's hard to say what would have happened."

And Wales centre Jonathan Davies added: "We have heard whispers that it went over. WELL DONE WALES redman PROND TO BE WELSH !!! redman redman redman
their was nothing wrong with the kick the only man in the world that did not see the ball go through the posts,was the english cheating clown standing on the pitch with a white shirt on.an absolute disgrace that this official was given this game,in my honest opinion this official should be kicked out of top flight rugby and sent home.
this error could see wales having to play australia in the next round,instead of an easier opponent. wildman

Looks like Wales can wear the "Nearly Men" shirts with some pride.
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Post by: JAI P.E.A. on September 13, 2011, 07:13:08 AM: QUOTE COFFEE CORNER ( SHIRT'S WITH SOME PRIDE !? :D ). England have been warned they face a fine if the numbers on their World Cup shirts peel off again during the event.

The white numbers on the controversial all-black kit began to rub off during England's gruelling win over Argentina, breaching tournament regulations.

The tournament organisers said they would be seeking assurances from England that there will be no repeat in Sunday's Pool B encounter with Romania.

An England spokesman insisted the problem was being addressed.

The spokesman, who would not confirm whether the same numbers would be used against Romania, said: "Nobody has contacted us yet. They know we will sort it out."
CHEAP CHARLIE'S :D bravo1 bananadance spot1 :D
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Post by: Starman on September 13, 2011, 07:41:39 AM: Cheap Charlie's what?
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Post by: candy on September 13, 2011, 08:02:14 AM: moneysmile Usually a better quality is associated with a higher price.So if the cheap charlie hooray Henrie's had of purchased a better quality shirt at a higher price it probably would not of happened in the first place dear boy.what?Spiffing.
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Post by: Starman on September 13, 2011, 08:27:41 AM: I still don't understand. What is it that belongs to Charlie that is cheap?
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: candy on September 13, 2011, 08:29:46 AM: Then you should have posted ''cheap charlie's who?''No?
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Post by: Starman on September 13, 2011, 08:38:55 AM: "Cheap Charlie's". Incomplete sentence/question.

I looked at the apostrophe as signalling something belonging to the fore mentioned chap. It could, as quite rightly pointed out by your good self, have meant "Cheap Charlie is".

Explanation still needed.

http://www.ehow.com/how_4846466_use-plural-nouns-correct-spelling.html
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Post by: candy on September 13, 2011, 08:44:14 AM: A load of great big,hairy,dangling scrotum's.And not of the canine variety. cheergirl

P.S. Are you not participating in the passing on of knowledge to the younger generations today? oldmanwithstick
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Post by: Starman on September 13, 2011, 08:50:18 AM: Commencing in the second hour.
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Post by: binnsy on September 13, 2011, 07:58:55 PM: I suppose that you are another wannabe Taffy.
The ONLY team from the UK without a point.
buttslap buttslap buttslap buttslap buttslap
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Post by: downtime on September 14, 2011, 10:35:17 PM: Scotland had their second win of the tournament today over Georgia.

But the game of the day was the Tonga v Canada fixture with the Canadians coming away with a win from a very entertaining game of rugby.
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Post by: downtime on September 16, 2011, 09:44:20 AM: Great PR by New Zealand

Headline on New Zealand news:
Australians are overweight,depressed and drink too much -but they can't outdrink the Brits'

They were referring to the England team "night on the tiles" at the Altitude (dwarf-throwing) bar in Queenstown on Sunday.
They hit the "front pages" of the newspapers on Monday morning for their inappropriate behaviour. Although a spokesman for the English team did confirm that they did not throw any dwarfs just did a bit of wrestling with them!!

Sounds like a good time was had by all.
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Post by: candy on September 16, 2011, 09:46:40 AM: Probably good practice for them
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Post by: Paddyram on September 17, 2011, 05:27:04 PM: Fantastic performance from the Big Men in Green jerseys. Big improvement on the USA game.
irelandflag

Hopefully, a sign of games to come.
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Post by: downtime on September 17, 2011, 08:36:19 PM: What a fantastic win
Ireland played a great game
And I have to say it was marvelous to see it in an Irish bar
Brian was at his best and Mam was even better
A wonderful result
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Post by: downtime on September 17, 2011, 08:46:33 PM: By the way
That's Paddy's Bar, Buriram
Best food
Best Crack
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Post by: downtime on September 17, 2011, 10:31:48 PM: Hi CC
We also had a very nice Australian companion amongst us and he did take the result very gracefully
Our J is a very good friend but at certain stages of the match we nearly forgot he was still there (as he went a bit quiet) unusual from that part of the world.
Take care J you will probably have your own back tomorrow when Wales face Samoa
All the best Ray
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Post by: candy on October 03, 2011, 10:15:24 AM: Two great games yesterday.Well done to the Irish.Unfortunately we have to meet each other in the quarters.It would have been better if we played the saes or the frogs .That way we would have both progressed to the next round. walesflag irelandflag

P.S. allez les bleus franceflag
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Post by: candy on October 03, 2011, 11:18:18 AM: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=skr9lqDkxH0&feature=player_detailpage#t=10s
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Post by: candy on October 03, 2011, 11:54:30 AM: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ucUjf2uAYU&feature=player_detailpage#t=334s
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Post by: candy on October 04, 2011, 09:48:09 AM: Some statistics to ponder over before the Q's

points for points against

New Zealand
240 49
Wales
180 34
Australia
173 48
South Africa
166 24
england
137 34
Ireland
135 34
France
124 96
Argentina
90 40
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Post by: candy on October 04, 2011, 09:53:53 AM: And before anyone states the bleeding obvious.As your aware the ball must be played backwards.Hence the staggered teams and points.
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Post by: Paddyram on October 04, 2011, 05:21:34 PM: Quote from: candy on October 03, 2011, 10:15:24 AM
Two great games yesterday.Well done to the Irish.Unfortunately we have to meet each other in the quarters.It would have been better if we played the saes or the frogs .That way we would have both progressed to the next round. walesflag irelandflag

P.S. allez les bleus franceflag

the Wales V Ireland match this weekend should be a great one.
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Post by: candy on October 06, 2011, 08:14:22 AM: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=-qzq8AQ3P4U#t=0s
Best of luck to our Celtic cousins on Saturday spot1 redman party2 redbite
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Post by: binnsy on October 06, 2011, 08:22:50 AM: Quote from: candy on October 06, 2011, 08:14:22 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=-qzq8AQ3P4U#t=0s
Best of luck to our Celtic cousins on Saturday spot1 redman party2 redbite

1 (1) England 5 4 0 1 132 81 51 13 8
2 (3) France 5 3 0 2 117 91 26 10 6
3 (4) Ireland 5 3 0 2 93 81 12 10 6
4 (2) Wales 5 3 0 2 95 89 6 6 6
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Post by: candy on October 06, 2011, 08:23:27 AM: It's just so beautiful to watch
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=WzjyO7DJ1n0#t=155s
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Post by: binnsy on October 06, 2011, 08:25:53 AM: Wales 19 v 26 England 4th February 2011 19:45 Millennium Stadium Six Nations
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Post by: candy on October 06, 2011, 08:28:51 AM: Quote from: Smudger on October 06, 2011, 08:22:50 AM
Quote from: candy on October 06, 2011, 08:14:22 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=-qzq8AQ3P4U#t=0s
Best of luck to our Celtic cousins on Saturday spot1 redman party2 redbite

1 (1) England 5 4 0 1 132 81 51 13 8
2 (3) France 5 3 0 2 117 91 26 10 6
3 (4) Ireland 5 3 0 2 93 81 12 10 6
4 (2) Wales 5 3 0 2 95 89 6 6 6

And?
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Post by: binnsy on October 06, 2011, 08:37:59 AM: :D :D :D

buttslap buttslap www.pinknews.co.uk/.../welsh-rugby-star-gareth-thomas-reveals-he buttslap buttslap
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Post by: JAI P.E.A. on October 06, 2011, 08:41:22 AM: http://youtu.be/Ph_qG5NYbUc bravo1 MY HERO redman
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Post by: binnsy on October 06, 2011, 08:46:34 AM: Toby Flood will start at centre outside Jonny Wilkinson for England in their World Cup quarter-final against France.

Flood replaces Mike Tindall, who suffered a dead leg against Scotland, while Wilkinson has shaken off an arm injury.

expect Mark Cueto returns on the left wing as ted for the suspended Delon Armitage.

James Haskell loses the number eight jersey to Nick Easter, while lock Tom Palmer starts ahead of Courtney Lawes.

Haskell and Lawes both have to settle for a place among the replacements, where veteran Simon Shaw provides another second-row option as manager Martin Johnson opts for five forwards on the bench and only two backs.

"James is particularly unlucky not to start," Johnson admitted. "But it is far more of a 22-man effort on the day than ever before.

Continue reading the main story Mike and Manu have played well together but this gives us different options on the field. But it is a tough call when you have to leave out guys like Mike
Johnson on picking Flood at 12
"It was a particularly hard call and I said that in front of the team, that he [Haskell] didn't deserve it the way he has played.

"But he will still have a massive impact on the match. Everyone wants to start but your role is no less coming off the bench."

Johnson said Tindall "has been sore all week" and unable to train fully with the team, although hinted that his omission was not entirely down to fitness.

"By Saturday he would be touch and go, that is part of the equation with Mike, and Toby has played really well," he explained.

"Mike and Manu [Tuilagi] have played well together but this gives us different options on the field. But it is a tough call when you have to leave out guys like Mike."

Flood has played at 12 outside fly-half Wilkinson on 15 occasions for England, and Johnson denied starting with both his pivots was a gamble.

"You always put a lot of thought into your selection, no moreso than for a World Cup quarter-final," he added.

England team: B Foden (Northampton Saints); C Ashton (Northampton Saints), M Tuilagi (Leicester Tigers), T Flood (Leicester Tigers), M Cueto (Sale Sharks); J Wilkinson (Toulon), B Youngs (Leicester Tigers); M Stevens (Saracens), S Thompson (London Wasps), D Cole (Leicester Tigers), L Deacon (Leicester Tigers), T Palmer (Stade Francais), T Croft (Leicester Tigers), L Moody (Bath Rugby, capt), N Easter (Harlequins). Replacements: D Hartley (Northampton Saints), A Corbisiero (London Irish), C Lawes (Northampton Saints), S Shaw (Unattached), J Haskell (Ricoh Black Rams), R Wigglesworth (Saracens), M Banahan (Bath Rugby).
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Post by: candy on October 06, 2011, 08:54:30 AM: franceflag
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Post by: candy on October 06, 2011, 09:16:14 AM: 26 Feb 2011   England   17 - 9   France
   20 Mar 2010   France   12 - 10   England
   15 Mar 2009   England   34 - 10   France
   23 Feb 2008   France   13 - 24   England
   13 Oct 2007   France   9 - 14   England
   18 Aug 2007   France   22 - 9   England
   11 Aug 2007   England   15 - 21   France
   11 Mar 2007   England   26 - 18   France
   12 Mar 2006   France   31 - 6   England
   13 Feb 2005   England   17 - 18   France
   27 Mar 2004   France   24 - 21   England
Looks about even to me.
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Post by: JAI P.E.A. on October 06, 2011, 09:29:17 AM: http://youtu.be/6fYIUdVNFgU boxingguy slapfight bravo1, SEE YOU IN THE FINAL redman
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Post by: candy on October 07, 2011, 07:57:19 AM: For our Celtic cousins.The Irish are the Welsh that could swim. irelandflag
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=5H4t1kDG1Mg#t=8s
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Post by: candy on October 07, 2011, 08:00:04 AM: Be Jesus!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=44Y-_JAjAwE
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Post by: smithy99 on October 07, 2011, 09:17:55 AM: Dont forget to Lay the All Blacks its time to make some money

Lay Lay lay the All Blacks ridiculous odds
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Post by: Paddyram on October 07, 2011, 05:04:05 PM: Quote from: candy on October 07, 2011, 07:57:19 AM
For our Celtic cousins.The Irish are the Welsh that could swim. irelandflag
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=5H4t1kDG1Mg#t=8s

Other way around actually, but you gave us St. Patrick so lets not quibble.
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Post by: smithy99 on October 08, 2011, 06:53:13 PM: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hz9_ELpil9w&feature=related

redman redman
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Post by: smithy99 on October 08, 2011, 06:58:55 PM: Congratulations WALES

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9IIAouaxBI8&feature=related
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Post by: Paddyram on October 09, 2011, 03:21:53 AM: Congradulations Wales, stuffed us good and you deserved the win. Now go on and f@#kin win the thing now.
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Post by: JAI P.E.A. on October 09, 2011, 10:30:26 AM: icon_must icon_latest Despite losing 19-12 to France and exiting the World Cup at the quarter-final stage, manager Martin Johnson says the majority of his side have their best days ahead of them. :D

The former World Cup winner says his team suffered because they didn't take their chances and made too many mistakes. buttslap

But Johnson, whose contract ends in December, declined to discuss his future in the role.
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Post by: JAI P.E.A. on October 09, 2011, 10:47:05 AM: Magnificent Wales reach World Cup semi-finals. redman bravo1
Hats off to a magnificent Welsh display. Hats off to the mastermind Warren Gatland, to the inspirational captain Sam Warburton, and to the happy band of colourful Welsh supporters who make every game seem like a World Cup final. Their passion breathes life into each and every one of their contests.

I want to isolate one man though, because despite the three excellent Welsh tries, the victory over Ireland was built on a teak-tough defence.

The man in charge of that particular area of high impact is Shaun Edwards, and he is doing a wonderful job. Ireland were not at their marauding best, but they asked a lot of questions, especially in the first half.

To give you some idea, the Welsh had completed 85 tackles at half time, compared to 46 by the Irishmen. Lock forward Luke Charteris had made 16 of those by himself, before withdrawing, injured, from the field of battle.

Wales reached their first World Cup semi-finals in 24 years and on this evidence Sam Warbuton's side will fancy their chances of reaching a maiden World Cup final. PHOTO: Getty

Wales knew they had to withstand the Irish barrage, and the only way to do that was by throwing their bodies on the line repeatedly. Normally the defensive plaudits would head in the direction of the back row, and indeed they should this time, too. But the efforts of the entire team were staggering.

Who was underneath a pile of bodies preventing a try by Sean O’Brien after a quarter of an hour? It was probably the smallest man on the pitch, Shane Williams.

Not content with a scorching opening try to set the tone, the former World Player of the Year catapulted himself into harm’s way in order to preserve his side’s lead. It was a moment which epitomised the collective Welsh desire.

Edwards’ contribution was not simply to ensure the defensive structure was robust. He and Gatland have been working on a strategy for some weeks now. It involves a return to one of the fundaments of the game – tackling the opposition low down, to prevent any momentum.

“We were trying to take the Irish feet from under them straight away” said Gatland. “We looked at the Italian game last week, and Italy went too high against Ireland. Our focus was to go very low, and try to deny their ball-carriers any go-forward.”

Edwards is not a man to dish out praise in a hurry, but he was purring afterwards, saying: “The leg-tackling was of the highest order. We’ve spent a lot of time in the last few months trying to reinvent the art of leg-tackling. To do that you need players with technique and courage, and we definitely had that.”

Needless to say, all that defending saps the energy. Whilst the Irish laboured over their rucks, shovelled slow ball out to their ball-carriers and became more desperate with every passing second-half minute, the Welsh remained spring-heeled.

This is where the benefits of a painful trip to Poland bore fruit. The cryogenic chambers, the ice baths and the spartan conditions almost certainly offered little in the way of fun. But the benefits were on display inside the Cake Tin. Chips down, lungs bursting, Welshmen manned the barricades.

“Our defence was absolutely outstanding, and it shows what good shape the guys are in. They were getting excited about defending without the ball,” said Gatland.

Ireland will be distressed that they failed to rediscover the magic of their previous wins over Australia and Italy. The fury was missing, the penetration lacking, the accuracy gone.

For periods of the first half they had opportunities galore, possession galore, territory galore, but little to show in the way of a reward. Wales’ defence was magnificent, but a side packed with Grand Slam winners and Heineken Cup champions should have found a way through.

The two second-half tries they conceded were soft, from an Irish perspective. There was no-one home on the blindside for Mike Phillips' cheeky score, and Jonathan Davies was waved through the midfield by Cian Healy and Keith Earls.

For many of this Ireland team, there will be no more World Cups. Brian O’Driscoll, Ronan O’Gara, Gordon D’Arcy and Paul O’Connell will not be around for 2015. For such warriors of the Irish cause, it was a deeply disappointing way to end a campaign so full of promise after that victory over the Wallabies.

So the Welsh are left to fly the flag of the home unions into the remaining fortnight Down Under. They will fly it with pride, and a spirit of adventure. They are an overwhelmingly young group, cutting impressive figures here: driven, single-minded, fearless and friendly. In the interviews after the game I was struck by the calm responses from the players as they head towards a semi-final clash with England’s conquerors France.

There was a contentment, a satisfaction at a job well done, but no jubilation, no over-excitement. As their remarkably mature 23-year-old captain Warburton said, “we’ve won nothing yet”.

Indeed they haven’t, but a World Cup final place is now well within the Welsh grasp, and a fairytale ending is not out of the question. There were grown men clad from head-to-toe in red, leaping uncontrollably into each other’s arms as the final whistle blew in Wellington. If it all ends tomorrow, this Welsh team has already made a lot of people very happy. love5 party4 redman punk bananadance party14 spot1
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Post by: Happylarry on October 09, 2011, 11:04:18 AM: Going out in the semis is marginally better than going in the quarters I suppose. Still worth f-all at the end of the day.
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Post by: JAI P.E.A. on October 09, 2011, 11:27:43 AM: QUOTE, There was a contentment, a satisfaction at a job well done, but no jubilation, no over-excitement. As their remarkably mature 23-year-old captain Warburton said, “we’ve won nothing yet”.Indeed they haven’t,If it all ends tomorrow, this Welsh team has already made a lot of people very happy. party4 bravo1. HAPPYLARRY ? STOP EATING THOSE SOUR GRAPE'S punk bananadance redman
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Post by: aparasher on October 09, 2011, 02:37:36 PM: Australia beat South Africa 11-9. I hope Australia can improve performance for semi-finals.
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Post by: downtime on October 10, 2011, 06:44:20 PM: Latest "Joke" doing the rounds in the UK

An Irishman, A Scotsman and an Englishman walk into a pub

"To watch the Welsh play in the World Cup Semi Finals"
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Post by: candy on October 13, 2011, 11:50:08 AM: :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D jumping8 jumping8 party2 spot1 spot1 thumbup bike038 party2 redbite
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Post by: JAI P.E.A. on October 14, 2011, 10:39:53 AM: Rugby World Cup 2011: James Hook replaces Rhys Priestland for Wales
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James Hook's return is the only change to the Wales team that beat Ireland James Hook will start at fly-half for Wales in Saturday's World Cup semi-final against France in Auckland.

Hook, who has played only three minutes at number 10 during the tournament, replaces the injured Rhys Priestland.

With lock Luke Charteris shaking off a shoulder problem, coach Warren Gatland has otherwise named the same starting XV that beat Ireland in the last eight.

The only other change sees record caps holder Stephen Jones taking Hook's place on the bench.

Wales, aiming to reach their first World Cup final, had been hopeful that Priestland's injury was not serious.

But the 24-year-old, who came into the tournament as Wales' third-choice fly-half, has not been able to train in New Zealand all week after taking a knock to his shoulder in the final stages of the win over Ireland.

Wales can make history - WRU's Dennis Gethin
It left Gatland with a straight choice between Hook - who played the first two pool games at full-back - and Jones, whose calf injury a month before the start of the World Cup had opened the door for Priestland.

"Time was against Rhys, but we are happy that we have the talent and ability elsewhere in the squad to cover him," said Gatland.

"Rhys has done everything we have asked of him and more during this World Cup, but, when we have players of the calibre and experience of James Hook and Stephen Jones coming into the squad and starting line-up, there is no sense that Rhys's absence leaves us any weaker."

Hook's last appearance at fly-half came in the final World Cup warm-up in August when Wales beat Argentina 28-13 in Cardiff.

The Perpignan-bound 26-year-old had started at 10 in three of last season's Six Nations matches, including the 28-9 defeat by France in Paris.

He started the World Cup campaign at full-back against South Africa and Samoa, but sat out the wins over Namibia and Fiji with a shoulder injury.

No alcohol ban for Wales players - Warren Gatland
His first taste at fly-half came in the dying stages against Ireland when Priestland was forced off with the injury that has cost him his place.

Charteris, Jamie Roberts, George North and captain Sam Warburton sat out training on Tuesday with minor niggles, but all four have been passed fit to face the French.

Once again, eight of Gatland's match-day squad are aged 23 or under, which confirms the impact the younger generation have made during the tournament.

Wales have lost six of their previous seven meetings against France, who have named the same side that beat England 19-12 in the quarter-finals.

Gatland added: "We know that the people in Wales and the fans that have travelled here are excited about reaching the semi-finals of the World Cup and we are too, but beating France on Saturday must be and will be our sole focus.

"The time to reflect and to celebrate will come if we win our next two matches, until that happens our focus on the task ahead must be absolute."

In the previous 88 matches between both nations, Wales have won 43, France 42 with 3 draws.
If it all ends tomorrow, this Welsh team has already made a lot of people very happy party4 CYMRU AM BYTH !!! redman
TEAM DETAILS:

Wales: Leigh Halfpenny (Cardiff Blues); George North (Scarlets), Jonathan Davies (Scarlets), Jamie Roberts (Cardiff Blues), Shane Williams (Ospreys); James Hook (Perpignan), Mike Phillips (Bayonne); Gethin Jenkins (Cardiff Blues), Huw Bennett (Ospreys), Adam Jones (Ospreys), Luke Charteris (Dragons), Alun Wyn Jones (Ospreys), Dan Lydiate (Dragons) Sam Warburton (Cardiff Blues, capt), Toby Faletau (Dragons).

Replacements: Lloyd Burns (Dragons), Paul James (Ospreys), Bradley Davies (Cardiff Blues), Ryan Jones (Ospreys), Lloyd Williams (Cardiff Blues), Stephen Jones (Scarlets), Scott Williams (Scarlets).
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Post by: JAI P.E.A. on October 14, 2011, 10:59:01 AM: October 2011 Last updated at 12:56 GMT

.World Cup fever builds ahead of Wales' France semi
Thousands of rugby fans have queued for free tickets to a screening in Cardiff of Saturday's big game in New Zealand Star's
25,000 secure stadium cup tickets redman party2

Excitement is building across Wales ahead of Wales' Rugby World Cup semi-final against France in New Zealand.

Fans keen to secure tickets to watch the match on big screens in Cardiff's Millennium Stadium queued outside on Wednesday.

Another 20,000 tickets have been made available, after 25,000 were snapped up on the first day.

Swansea will stage its own big screen event, and Welsh MPs have tabled a Commons motion backing the team.

Millennium Stadium organisers said around 40,000 tickets for Saturday's free screening event 'Wake up to Wales' in Cardiff have been taken.

The allocation for etickets has been exhausted but fans can still queue for tickets at Gate 3 at the stadium until 19:00 BST on Wednesday. There is a limit of six per person.

National anthem

The stadium has announced that Only Men Aloud and West End actress Sophie Evans, the runner-up in BBC talent show Over the Rainbow, will sing the national anthem with fans on the day.

Rock band 4th Street Traffic, who performed for the Wales squad before they set off for New Zealand, will play after the final whistle.

The stadium will open at 07:30 BST on Saturday and alcohol will be served from 09:00 BST. party4 bravo1 redman party4
Fans will be able to use park and ride facilities at County Hall in Cardiff Bay from 07:00 BST and normal match-day road closures will be in place in Westgate Street for the special screening.

'Magnificent'

In Swansea, fans will be able to catch the coverage live on a big screen in Castle Square.

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'Flying proudly'

At Westminster, a group of MPs asked for a message, congratulating the Wales players, to be added to the Parliamentary record.

In it, they noted that the team's success so far was "achieved by its exhilarating, exemplary, professional and disciplined approach led by its outstanding captain Sam Warburton and its coaching staff led by Warren Gatland". buttslap

Meanwhile, Welsh Secretary Cheryl Gillan is asking the prime minister to fly the Welsh Dragon over Downing Street on Saturday, following a request from Cardiff West MP Kevin Brennan.

No 10 has been known to fly the St George cross for sporting events in the past.

Mrs Gillan said the Welsh flag "would be flying proudly" above Gwydyr House - the Welsh Office headquarters in Whitehall. icon_heart bravo1 party4 CYMRU AM BYTH !!! redman
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: binnsy on October 14, 2011, 12:12:32 PM: One day a man walked into a pub in Wales and ordered a pint of beer. All the other men in the bar looked at him and the barman asked, "You're not from around here, are you sir?"
"No," replied the man, "I am from London."
"So, boyo," said the barman, "What do you do for a living then?"
"I'm a taxidermist." replied the man.
"A taxidermist?" asked the barman, "What's one of them then?"
"Well," replied the man, "I mount animals."
The barman then turned to all the other welshmen in the bar and said, "It's ok lad's, he's one of us!"

One day a travelling salesman was driving around rural Wales and decided to stay the night in a farmhouse. After enjoying a fine meal with the farmer, the salesman turned to him and said, "What is it like for hiring a companion for the evening?"
"Well," replied the farmer, "I'm afraid there are not many women around these parts. But there's always Arthur........."
"Oh?" said the salesman, intrigued, "How much does he charge then?"
"It will cost you £100." replied the farmer.
The salesman thought for a minute then said, "That's a bit expensive!"
"Well," said the farmer, "the local magistrate takes out £40 because he doesn't approve of those kind of things."
"Oh," answered the man, "so that's £40 for the magistrate and £60 for Arthur."
The farmer shook his head, "No, the local constable also takes £40 because he doesn't approve of those kind of things!"
"Jesus," replied the salesman, "So the magistrate gets £40, the cop gets £40 that only leaves £20 for Arthur! Thats no way to make a living!"
The farmer shook his head again and said, "No - We pay Gareth and Dai £10 each to hold Arthur down, because he doesn't approve of that sort of thing either!"

A man and his wife were driving through Wales on their holidays when they suddenly saw a sign that said "Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysili ogogogoch".
The husband attempts to say it, but his wife starts laughing and soon this turns into a argument, so much so that they decide to pull into the nearest motorway restaurant.
Finishing their meal, the wife can't help but question the waitress. "Excuse me miss," asked the wife, "but can you settle an argument between my husband and me? Can you pronounce the name of where we are, but very slowly please."
The cashier looks at the woman funny and says, "Sure, you are in Liiiiittttttllllleeeee Chhhhhheeeeefffff!"

Two Welshmen were rounding up their sheep when one of the ewes suddenly ran into a fence and got it's head stuck. The two men ran over to the fence and one of them said to the other, "Hey, boyo, this is too good an opportunity to pass up!"
The man unzipped his trousers, yanked out his cock and fucked the ewe for ten minutes until he finally came inside it. After he finished he looked at his friend and said, "That was bloody marvellous, mate. D'you fancy a go then?"
"Bloody right I do!" replied the other man, as he unzipped his trousers and stuck his head through the fence.

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Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: downtime on October 16, 2011, 09:46:27 AM: Lucky France
But Wales had their chances to win the game even with only 14 men.
Three missed kicks (all kickable at this level)
Unfortunately the best team lost but lets move on and look forward to a good game this afternoon.
Come on the Wallabies
Title: Re: World Cup Rugby
Post by: downtime on October 17, 2011, 12:13:00 AM: So that was it guys

The Final New Zealand v France "The All blacks will walk it!"

At least we have a good game on Friday Australia v Wales