England Blows It! How the All Blacks Seized Victory in the Final Minutes

[@pikohemara2743]

What a game glad ABs won. Plenty to work on but that was clutch by DMac 🥶

[@JulianShawofficial]

Yup. D Mac delivered! A great vindication of his worth after a wee bit of a rollercoaster year 🎢 👏🏼

[@ManMountain1974]

OMG, how good is Wallace Sititi? He is like a combination of Kieran Read & Jerome Kaino. He does the tough stuff but is great with the ball in hand.

[@raelkington647]

Very true. Id say he also more like a Sione Lauaki with smoother and line breaking footwork.

[@klaus1292]

He has crazy pace too for a 7

[@Spencer-z6k]

The prototype future loose forward 6,7,8 all in one unit...

[@fxt363]

Dont lable the kid just yet. Give him time to develop.

[@xeno9671]

​@klaus1292 hes more an eight tbh

[@henryjackson9793]

Aumua was called in after 3 minutes and played 77. Get his line out throwing right and he will be devastating as his all round play was very good There was some confusions with the calls as twice he was yelling our for the calls from Paddy or the captain. I think Vaii was making the calls originally.

[@hankgoldenshaft]

Came back from 8 pts down. I was impressed

[@pikohemara2743]

England talking to the ref constantly like there was 6 captains. Celebrating after their plays like they won was annoying.

[@rodeo4-p6u]

It's a northern thing 😉

[@fidget2020]

Well, they named a Captain and four, yes, 4 Vice Captains!

[@dominicjohnson5352]

Way too much chatter - ref should have no tolerated so much time wasting and lobbying

[@pikohemara2743]

@ Yeah the ref was happy to keep telling us about the penalties yet let those English lecture and question most of his calls against them. Giving them time to catch their breathe

[@blackace001]

Hearing the crowd cheer and then suddenly moan after they realized the drop kick missed was ironic I thought..

[@lauriecarter8931]

Yeah losing Codie early put us back abit but so glad we got the win !Great run down of the match Julian as always Cheers.Up the ABs !!!

[@pikohemara2743]

Wallace Sititi a beast. Gets better every game. Player of the year bro has a huge future praying he stays fit and healthy. Chiefs mana 🫡

[@JulianShawofficial]

Well deserved man of the match. That offload in the 8th minute was an absolute plum 🤩

[@RozWentworth]

Well done to ABs and our Southern Hemisphere brothers.. Hayo...Sititti is amazzzzing....the Ireland game us a M7ST WIN FOR SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE...ABs need to minimise mistake and work on their discipline...from SAFFA

[@JulianShawofficial]

Fingers crossed. It’s gonna be tough!

[@sorayadavids5967]

You right!!! Dmac and Mark won us the game🥰… Sititi 💪🏼💪🏼our team really played their hearts out…. Sort out discipline and we’re up there!!!!! Right direction….

[@JulianShawofficial]

Yes!!! I’ve felt the ingredients are there but promising signs of it all coming together in terms of mental toughness and cohesion. Definitley big work ons for discipline tho, especially on defense. Really happy with this win though. 🖤

[@shanengatai3607]

Great analysis dude. Your right in every aspect. I agree 👍 for DMc🎉🎉

[@JulianShawofficial]

Some of my percentages might not add up to 100% 😂 but I appreciate that you dig the analysis overall! Go the ABs! 🖤🖤

[@scottmiller4766]

High pressure, fast pace game. thought the boys stood up great. Definitely trending in the right direction. Very happy

[@JulianShawofficial]

So stoked. Honestly that might have been my fave win of the year even if it was one of the ugliest. Despite a bit of luck helping us, it showed the good old fashioned All Blacks mental fortitude coming back to the fore.

[@DavidTebb]

this is what the allblacks need more tight games to grow the allblacks games under pressure We need to get better with our discipline This is why the allblacks need to play these top teams more often

[@MrLefthandbreak]

You are correct….. this game was a psychological win for us To keep switched on has been a problem this year . But crucial to get this mental fortitude before Ireland Sittiti IRB Breakthru/Out POTY Beaudy does beaudy…… when it’s on its on…..when it’s not? Well he quickly redeems himself Macca …… you love him…you don’t ! This week everyone loves him!!!!! Aamua…..he’s a beast……but need to note…..regardless where the ball is thrown….a few times there was no jumpers Can’t rest everything on his shoulders.lineouts are collective effort Patty…….welcomed injection of power at the right time Tamaiti or Tosi??? I was cringing all game looking at that elbow Tosi was phenomenal off the bench Jordan…..!!!!! Let thy WILL !!!!be done on Earth and Heaven…..this guy walks on water!! A win at Twickers …….Well today is a beautiful day😊

[@mercedessl8718]

@@MrLefthandbreak well done you guys took your opportunities when they came along. Tell me if your replacement fly half attempted to tackle a winger, like Ford tried with Telea, which resulted in the winning score, what would you think?

[@MrLefthandbreak]

@@mercedessl8718 my in-laws are English and love their rugby My father in law loves Marcus smith …my mother in law loathes him ….thinks his hair style is silly Keep Marcus on and England would have Won….he was magic Telea…..slippery like an eel ? …winger on front rower……2nd try…..England defence line was scrambling across i wouldn’t be too hard on Ford Ford 99 times nails that penalty and droppy……he will be hurting sadly Borthwick s replacements strategy was the turning point ….front row had parity, Marcus was playing best rugby I have seen him play, The loosies combined had the better of our back rowers England should have kept grinding away at the end instead of what I call a “ kick and hope “ moments Irony is England in the past would have punch ahead for the try!!! I have had a lot of would of ,could of conversations with the father in law over the years And concluded games are won and lost over ….dumb moments

[@Vasuperviso]

Ratima and Roigard were good.Jordan was solid at the back Liked Baudie at 10 and Dmac as impact.... Thought Sititi and Telea were excellent but my biggest surprise were the old Heads Paddy and Cane who need to be applauded in my view for how good they both were....

[@richposports7030]

D Mac Delivered 😊🎉🎉🎉 🏉

[@JoeTheLion60]

Ford Misfired

[@CrimsonMF]

@@JoeTheLion60 Roigard's aura was too much for fordy

[@kitdyer8968]

Like the All Blacks of old the winning mindset is starting to click during adversity was a good game to watch

[@JulianShawofficial]

That’s the most pleasing aspect for sure! An ugly win actually does wonders for their mindset 👏🏼

[@lauriecarter8931]

Yeah except for all the mucking around at scrum time Ref seemed to be making the matter worst,talk about speeding the game up.

[@DavidSmith-yi8ou]

With the exception of the last 15 minutes, we played better against the Boks in both tests against them. Happy the bench added real value.

[@JulianShawofficial]

Yup, impact players got us home but that was still a few inches from disaster. The 60 minutes in Johannesburg may have been the All Blacks best hour of the whole year. That one in Joburg really feels like the one that got away with the 4th quarter fade. Pleased the makeup of the NZ bench seems to be yielding more fruit. 🥝

[@MrAhuapai]

For some time now there has been three things keeping opposition teams in the game with the All Blacks. Discipline, discipline and discipline

[@OnTheOtherSideOfTheFence]

I do feel the tmos and refs seem to be harsher on NZ its been going on for a while.

[@SpaceMonkeyGVTV]

Fortune favours the Brave. The better team won, Bro !!!

[@djidmusic7730]

Excellent post match review! What a nail-biter! 😅

[@dion6635]

The thing with rush defense is as they tire late in the game, the English arnt coming up together as well and there are lateral holes to exploit on the slide, and Sititi was hitting them well

[@4evaavfc]

Thanks

[@JulianShawofficial]

Thank you! That means the world. I’ll be doing shouts to those who leave a superthanks in future videos so look out for that 🙏🏼

[@JulianShawofficial]

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[@ZO150ZO]

AB most dangerous in the dying minutes when coming from behind

[@JulianShawofficial]

Feels like the old days. Hopefully more bench impact means we can put the dreaded ‘4th quarter fade’ behind us.

[@inbetweener2000]

Great match review again, All blacks didn't play well but won...just like the Boks beating us by 1 point in the WC but that's the way it goes. We need to get better as a team.

[@OnTheOtherSideOfTheFence]

The difference was a gifted red card to SA NZ played for an hour down a player or two.

[@mt6807]

Good review bro! Good call about aumua

[@TPRugbyfan]

Julian great analysis and review as always. Best out there along with Hakatime Rugby I’d say!

[@JulianShawofficial]

Wow. I really appreciate that! Feel I’m starting to find my feet in this format and looking forward to continuing to grow the channel 🙏🏼

[@Generative_Midi_]

Aumua was going well at the lineouts right up until Vaai was replaced. Vaai calls the lineouts. You could see Aumua yelling out for the call, asking what the call was after a mishap. Whoever took over that role after Vaai went off needs to sort it out, not Aumua.

[@JulianShawofficial]

Yes, I noticed him re-checking the calls on a couple of occasions! Definitely a disconnect there and good observation about the lineout breakdown coinciding with TV leading the pitch. In general play however, Aumua was ace.

[@JoeTheLion60]

With travel and timezone changes - England should have easily won this one - but ended up with only an intercept try versus 3 beauties from the ABs. They had to rely on penalties to stay in the game so final result was fully deserved.

[@JulianShawofficial]

It was definitely a win for running rugby. England are formidable but just couldn’t seal the deal.

[@khayoamaral9021]

Cam roigard, Dmac and TP! Impact!!

[@JulianShawofficial]

Huge impact! The bench delivered in this game more than any time in 2024. 😮‍💨 Roigard must go again next week.

[@PJSO]

Really have to commend our ABs. They kept the Eng poachers way out of the game. It looked like the AB XV had the exact tactic. Rolling on top of players going down rather than trying to clear seconds after. It will help with this tour 100%

[@JulianShawofficial]

Wasn’t that statistic extraordinary about no turnovers till the 49th minute? I almost spit my coffee out 🤣 Tellingly England got a roll on when they started hitting the breakdown harder in the second half and gaining some ascendancy there. But you’re right - for much of the game the ABs neutralized the breakdown threat from one of the world’s best loose forward trios.

[@matthewashman1406]

The haves change worked great for Abs ,but. They are great as impact players not starters . Barrett starting still. Our midfield is a nightmare

[@PJSO]

I wonder how big of impact Felix Jones leaving was. The line was quick but Englands defence didn't look as solid as it was in July.

[@rabbitss11]

Hi Julian, 54% and 47% territorial gains, can that be? Very squeaky game that was but 3 good tries and points in the last quarter, what a result!

[@JulianShawofficial]

Haha yes I just spotted that typo! I never said math was my strong suit, and now everyone can see why 😂 ☠️ For the record, I believe the correct figure is 53% for England and 47% for the ABs.

[@rabbitss11]

@@JulianShawofficial No worries Julian, I'm interested to see your predication for next week's game!

[@rexsticker]

Excellent review, do you have the line out stats?

[@aza109954]

Yeap DMac deserves some praise for this game. He is the future because Beauden is getting older. We have to improve our lineout and yeap let's not tackle players who don't have the ball. It's not going to get you far. It's like whacka mole. Don't hit the wrong moles

[@taniac1860]

England snatching defeat from the jaws of victory yet again.

[@honahwikeepa2115]

England needed more goals and the AB's less tries for England to have a chance.

[@JulianShawofficial]

Yeah, penalties kept England in the match but I think the lack of territory cost them. They needed to bag at least one more try for their lead to be safe. Fair play tho. They were good today and looked likely winners most of the second half.

[@sanjivat]

ABs seem to have found a settled replacements. Should stick with it and grow. DMac from bench always unless Ritchie Mo'unga comes back next year which may change the dimensions with Ethan Blackadder, Dalton Papallii Luke Jacobson waiting. Will be a great 2025. For now, focus on balance 3 games. Gonna be huge.

[@JulianShawofficial]

Loving this comment! I think you’re so right about the replacements. That really was how the ABs won this game. I had predicted England would get the W and part of my thinking was that a 4th quarter fade would kill us. Well, I’m the first to admit I got that wrong and the ABs really lifted a gear in the home stretch, bucking the trend we’ve seen in 2024. Being wrong has never felt so right 😂 I was screaming at the TV when Telea scored and D Mac iced the sideline conversion 😮‍💨

[@fidget2020]

Very tough watch for AB fans. We were poor, no two ways about it. Set piece was a shambles. Aumua had a shocker, but who was calling the lineout? Over the back wasn’t working, but they kept trying it. B Barret made a number of mistakes and does not look like our 10 going forward. DMac has a far better pass and heads up play. What is Razors game plan? Total unstructured rugby? That’s what it looks like. We STILL can’t handle the rush D! The only bright spot was Sititi the rookie, who kept us in the match and had a huge hand in the W.

[@JulianShawofficial]

Yes, the game was close to disaster and while I am stoked we got home I won’t forget a missed kick was the ultimate difference. I admit I was wrong in my prediction, but to be honest the game played out almost exactly as I prophesied. ABs had the better attack but the lineout wobbled against Itoje and co again. We would have scored more points if the rush D hadn’t made our lives hell at times. Where England faltered was not imposing more territory. The line out particularly stalled when Tupou Vaai left the field. Aumua looked a bit lost and I tend to agree that the ‘over the back’ throw is a high risk one. It seemed to be their work around for not having total clarity on the calls.

[@JulianShawofficial]

Also, re the BB VS D Mac debate, while Barrett might have the edge in game management due to superior experience the last couple of starts for him have illustrated he isn’t the panacea some claim. In fact it underlined a lot of D Mac’s best qualities.

[@rikiwikeepa4684]

Biggest problem for England is they are only looking for 3 points each time

[@JulianShawofficial]

I actually wrote in my notes (even as England had a handsome lead): ‘they need another try to make this game safe.’

[@LindsayTeWhare-l9v]

I've never been so glad the AB's won against England. The arrogancy of the English public & some ex English players were talking up the English not today on our watch. Maybe next time boys, see ya later, Irish next bring it on.

[@jonesyjones7626]

Funny that, a lot of people regard NZ rugby fans as the most entitled. All a question of perspective.

[@earlehart2123]

The Joe Marler/butterfly effect, flapped his lips and the Haka disappeared

[@rodeo4-p6u]

The spot on Vaii by cunningham south was exactly that but then to seek acknowledgement from the twickers 🌹 colored faithful 😳 they sure celebrate moments up here 🫡 I' thought our frontrow wasn't settled at times until change over I think Razor leaves to frontrow bench bit late one thing I'd like to see Ratima challenge the line more full marks to the usual suspects and congrats to the XVs nice job

[@JulianShawofficial]

Yes, Tamaiti was a bit off color in the scrums today. He seemed off balance going up against the English scrum and the way they set. I predict Ratima will lose his starting spot to Roigard in time. The hit on Tupou V was sickening… and I mean that as a compliment! 😮

[@fidget2020]

We weren’t tackling off the ball (maybe once or twice), the Poms were running into us and Angus Gardner was falling for it! Without being a whiner, the officials were awful!

[@JulianShawofficial]

This might actually be a case where I am being overly harsh on NZ. Watching some replays I can see that there was perhaps a little cynicism in how England attacked at times.

[@4evaavfc]

I also thought England would win it, they should have. NZ made a ton of mistakes with penalties, some dumb and unforced errors in the open. England scored less tries, though and DMac kept cool to kick a difficult conversion to win it.

[@OnTheOtherSideOfTheFence]

Not very wise going against NZ.

[@ayrtonistheman]

In terms of tackling the player off the ball, almost all the instances they had runners blocking the carrier from being tackled, getting in the way or just being in the wrong place. If that’s a coaching tactic ref needs to be aware of that going forward

[@JulianShawofficial]

A fair point tbh. It was happening at such high velocity I may have missed some cynicism in the English tactics. Regardless, the ref was pinging NZ for it all day and I fear a repeat against Ireland who also take the ball very hard to the line. But I appreciate your take, that’s a good call.

[@Innerlight320]

Hey England give us a smile😂

[@mercedessl8718]

I think you mean 47%-53% for territory 🤔. England need to build a team from 1-23.

[@JulianShawofficial]

Yup, I was too glazed over from the stress of that game to notice the mathematical error 😂 Math is definitley not my strong suit ☠️ 47/53 is correct 👍🏼

[@jamesbond8191]

Oh please, AB’s hardly seized anything…they rather held on and were lucky to win. If the English kicked at the pokes better..NZ would have been further embarrassed. If NZ wants to beat the Irish they would need to improve 200%… I continue to support NZ as a Bok fan and hope you can go unbeaten.

[@canesno1fan]

Incorrect. England were lucky to be in the game because of ABs stupid mistakes. Never looked like scoring a try except for the intercept. England were very lucky not to get pinged for illegally slowing the ball by coming in the side and were offside most of the game. Hometown reffing

[@canesno1fan]

Incorrect. England were lucky to be in the game because of ABs stupid mistakes. Never looked like scoring a try except for the intercept. England were very lucky not to get pinged for illegally slowing the ball by coming in the side and were offside most of the game. Hometown reffing

[@canesno1fan]

Incorrect. England were lucky to be in the game because of ABs stupid mistakes. Never looked like scoring a try except for the intercept. England were very lucky not to get pinged for illegally slowing the ball by coming in the side and were offside most of the game. Hometown reffing

[@rodeo4-p6u]

Dyou mean like the 2 test Series in SA or 23 rwc final yes lucky to survive 😳

[@OnTheOtherSideOfTheFence]

Stupid comment 😂 worry about your boring bok side 😂.

[@q.e.d.9112]

Not once did the Poms back themselves to kick for the corner, rather than the posts. Against a try scoring team like the All Blacks, three pointers won’t win a game. Should have at least given a five metre lineout and drive a go, IMO. Lesson for Poms: you’re not going to beat the All Blacks if you don’t score tries (that’s plural). Plenty to work on before Ireland. Go AOTEARA!

[@captain.awesome4172]

I dont like those missed tackles count

[@JulianShawofficial]

Lots of work ons. That’s for sure.

[@pikohemara2743]

Plenty to work on but can see how we were trying to play our brand of rugby aside from those Barrett kicks were a little too much

[@pikohemara2743]

Didn’t like the line outs were a shambles too

[@icefarrow7959]

@@pikohemara2743 Aumua is a great ball carrier, but a poor lineout thrower. Pretty glad we won, was a lil worried when Taylor went off as he's consistently good at the throw.

[@pikohemara2743]

@ definitely a solid ball carrier and played well but the throw ins will sting us in other games so hopefully it’s a work in. Sad for Codie Taylor he’s always been solid and seen that knock live I knew it wasn’t a good sign. Hopefully back for the other tests we’ll need him

[@vernonmoodaley7858]

I don't agree. The ABs are still playing poor rugby. Un NZ like. Difficult to stomach. Only individual brilliance beat England, Sititi, Jordan, Tele'a. Thats not good enough. 12& 13 still creating nothing. Hooker cant not nail his core function. Dane Coles use emphasize that. I don't know.

[@rory7590]

Well, if the Hooker’s core function is to go off injured in the first five minutes, then I think Codie Taylor nailed it! Seriously though, NZ hasn’t beaten England by more than a handful of points for the last decade so you need to set more realistic expectations. The team is getting better but, like life, unexpected events - like injuries to experienced and key players - tend to make things less than smooth running. You also have to respect the opposition - England may not be winning every match but they are a team that beat Ireland this last year and ran both France and South Africa close also. They are a solid outfit. New Zealand have three more tough matches ahead and they will need to improve but don’t disparage a win when it happens and hold your nerve. A win next week against Ireland will really get world rugby tongues wagging and it could happen!

[@lukawilliams4822]

100% agree

[@OnTheOtherSideOfTheFence]

If it was SA saffas would be patting themselves on the back they dont care as long as they win only kiwis seem to be like this never happy.

[@vanessamay3689]

@@OnTheOtherSideOfTheFence It’s our English heritage that comes out occasionally.

[@malcolmwolfgram7414]

I don't think Beauden would have got those kick......

[@Intel-v5u]

The Ab's first team look better than the All Blacks

[@JulianShawofficial]

The ABs 15? They were pretty good against a Munster team loaded with a fair bit of star power!!!

[@jonnybyrne989]

If the all blacks play like that in the next 2 games .... Ireland and France will crush them

[@JulianShawofficial]

I couldn’t agree more. As I said, that sort of defensive ill discipline will lead to a bloodbath in Ireland.

[@OnTheOtherSideOfTheFence]

Easy wins for NZ 💪.

[@jonnybyrne989]

@@OnTheOtherSideOfTheFenceagainst the 4th best team in the northern hemisphere 😛

[@jonnybyrne989]

@@JulianShawofficial I was really surprised at the amount of silly penalties they gave away, and for a moment I think beauden barrett thought he was a soccer player....

[@davidmadani7141]

Attacking rugby wins games.

[@JulianShawofficial]

Yes. There were errors. But the ABs never stopped playing. The final Telea try was very satisfying.

[@davidmadani7141]

@ Agreed. Bring on the Irish 😎

[@Canvashed]

Not the pumping NZ fans predicted!! Now they have to justify stupid things to claim a victory they should have lost at the death😂 in July...." we were rusty only had 10 days together. "

[@JulianShawofficial]

Not all of us. I actually predicted an England victory today. And given that the difference was a few inches on a missed droppie, I don’t regret my pick one bit. Well played to England.

[@JTAIT-b7g]

People look for comments that trigger them, most NZ fans expected it to be tight and it was.

[@OnTheOtherSideOfTheFence]

They won that's all that matters 😂 suck on that 🤣

[@cavangibbs]

For me the big difference was the benches ,nz got bettet,england got worse great test though

[@JulianShawofficial]

Totally enthralling game and an epic finish. NZ definitely got the most bench impact which was pleasing given our deficiency in this area throughout 2024. 👏🏼

[@frankvsnschalkwyk6030]

Wow Sititi. If Razor stuck with Jordie for Ireland and France AB We will loose. BRING IN LAM FROM AB B TEAM OR PROCTOR IN JORDIE PLACE. BEAUDEN BENCH

[@JulianShawofficial]

Are you thinking D Mac starts at 10?

[@CrimsonMF]

Did you forget jordies last game against ireland?

[@frankvsnschalkwyk6030]

Interesting when Jordie went off AB CHANCE 2 WIN IMPROVED. AFTER BEAUDEN OFF MARK T BACK INSTEAD JORDIE WE COULD GET WIN. ITS NOT THAT JORDIE IS BAD MAYBE JUST HE BAD OMEN TO ALL BLACKS. I REALLY CANT SAY. ALSO SCOT REALLY PLAYED NICE. AGAIN BARRETTE BROTHERS BAD OMEN IT SEEMS. BOTH JORDIE AND HAVILLI ARE HURTING AB.

[@OnTheOtherSideOfTheFence]

Wrong prediction again dear oh dear silly going against NZ and don't try to justify it by saying it was close England didnt deserve to win 3 tries to 1 gifted try

[@JulianShawofficial]

Couldn’t be happier to be wrong. And predictions are not an exact science - they are for entertainment. I stand by my reasoning and felt that much of what I predicted played out. England weren’t at the top of their game and had they been, should have been able to put that game to bed. Incredibly pleasing from an NZ perspective in terms of the team’s mental resolve. 👏🏼

[@johnhanson5943]

A poor AB display imho. They dropped the ball regularly. Tackled off the ball. Still won. Eng have a poor coach also IMHO. I think the Boks, Ire and Fra are way ahead of the ABs now. Perhaps also even Scotland? The ABs flatter to deceive - but against top teams they’ll be shown up.

[@JTAIT-b7g]

😆

[@JulianShawofficial]

A great game for the ABs from a mental grit perspective but I agree it was error ridden and the handling and defensive mistakes were through the roof. Sure, English pressure caused those to an extent but a similar performance against Ireland will only result in a big L.

[@Billy-mv9pn]

Can't pick your accent?

[@wetawatcher]

Aussie for sure dude.😎

[@Exmuso1]

I read in the comments in an earlier vlog that he said he was born in NZ, moved to Aus and now lives in the USA.

[@JulianShawofficial]

Nailed it!

[@Exmuso1]

@@JulianShawofficial 👍

[@JulianShawofficial]

Well spotted! I have spent the longest amount of my life in Australia, and the rest is close to 50/50 New Zealand and United States.

[@benjaminleeginty9922]

Worst game iv watched in 4 years .

[@OnTheOtherSideOfTheFence]

Yes 2019 the last time England won against NZ.

[@aristonjermainefoster6253]

Stop the cane praise. Plz, he did nothing. We need ardie 7 sititi 8 and flanders 6

[@Dilmahkana]

Got crucial turnovers and was a defensive workhorse. When you fix eyes on him for several minutes you see it

[@JulianShawofficial]

I’ve been critical of Cane on this channel at times however I felt his turnover was pretty instrumental and his steadying hand was evident at multiple times in the games. 2025 will usher in a whole new era but on this tour I am glad to have his experience in the mix.

[@RowenRuiters]

You need to eat humble pie.

[@JulianShawofficial]

If this is what humble pie tastes like I’m ready to eat it for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 🥧 Just for the record though, I was WRONG in my prediction and ABs showed a pleasing lift from their bench to win. I think we’re seeing an evolution of their impact players.

[@rory7590]

The Marcus Smith intercept/Feyi-Waboso try was an outlier in this game to an extent but to answer your point, a 3-1 try ratio is the main reason why England didn’t win this match. They kept ticking over the scoreline with penalties while their defensive line was in the ascendency as with other matches (like against the Springboks in the semi last year) but they don’t really have the ability to stretch the scoreline out of reach. This gives teams like the All Blacks their chances to win because they continually seek to construct tries in attack rather than just win through defense. Also, in this match, the All Blacks bench was basically better than the England team’s. It was pleasing to see the All Blacks win the game in the last quarter and Patrick Tuipolutu’s influence is the key to that. However, I also though the BB starting-switching to DMac combo at First Five simply works better for the team at the moment. Both players had influential moments and kicked well at critical times. Ireland will be a step up insofar that they are Internationally ranked higher than England and have a winning mentality which will be hard to break down. They also have baggage from the WC but I wouldn’t get too wound up about that. The thing to look out for is how they choose to make up their pack - they played Tadhg Beirne at Blindside vs the Boks earlier this year and it worked well for them. The All Blacks will definitely need to improve in the lineout and may need to strategically consider the team line-up to counter this.