GOOD, BAD, UGLY AUSTRALIA v NEW ZEALAND GAME REVIEW

[@neilshrekpurves4521]

3 out takes from an impartial Saffa, 1. Play Plummer and Tamaiti Williams from the start 2. Develop or find a Charismatic captain that the players want to play for. 3. Develop a bench that makes an impact

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@neilshrekpurves4521 thanks for sharing

[@rogey4084]

Whose saying the players are not wanting to play for scott? 😂

[@nielvanderwalt1965]

Billy harmon.

[@rogey4084]

@@nielvanderwalt1965 and you’d believe him out of anyone thats actually in the team ? He’s just salty cause he’s not cutting it

[@Hatunrumioc]

Cut the dead wood and bring in the new generation en mass. They are hungry and don't carry the baggage of the last six years. Ratima and Satiti were the best on the field. They are young and they want to live out their lifelong dream of making an impact on the ABs. The older guys are too damn comfortable sans Taylor. Edit: DESIRE and PASSION are important ingredients in test rugby

[@vernonmoodaley7858]

Agree. Robertson's experienced players are letting him down.The youngsters are eager to play. The coach keep on saying we not nailing our finishings.Savea, Ioane still not passing. Damien can't get more 20m on kicks.

[@sox7784]

Totally agree there’s something wrong with the culture in the team and it needs to be addressed their fitness is questionable

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@Hatunrumioc Cody was good today, watch the game again, you will see. The loosies except Sititi fell off or missed tackles, the backline is confused in defense and the bench impact is about as effective as Jacinda Adern at a UN meeting.

[@Hatunrumioc]

​​@@insiderugbywithmark😂 that's assuming the UN is competent as a whole! Sorry for the confusion I meant excluding Taylor. He still looks angry and still wants to get the job done.

[@frankvsnschalkwyk6030]

Agree

[@bingleification]

Obviounly very pleased we came out of this, and yes Mark, glaring holes in our defence is an issue. We were lucky, and good belief from Australia. Razor will be on the edge of his seat next Saturday, so will we!!

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@bingleification ironically I feel so pleased for the Kiwi in charge of the Wallabies, it has been a super tough week for him and even this game started poorly, but like we have seen under Joe this team doesnt give up and given the right opportunity to click they can score the points, super happy for him.

[@salomiodendaal4473]

Why are the Abs always lucky when they have a narrow win? and the opposition has a well deserved win if they win by a few points? So what will you call SA who only managed three one-point victories in the WC last year?

[@marksharman8029]

I have slowly acquired respect for Harry Plummer. His improvement, with the Blues, has been extremely good - such that I rate him as a starter. This comment relates to the rushing D situation, and Mark I do agree that we were let off a bit in the 1st half - I think Harry has the process to take on the rushing D... I have seen him do that. DMac is proving to be a disappointment at this level, bench him as cover for 10 & 15. Maybe he can show more against a tired opposition - if not, well I would not persist with him. Reece and Talea I think are not on point at the level, this year - It seems very clear that Caleb Clarke is very capable at this level. Reiko was doing not much more than has done previously, but he was permitted to run riot. Which was permitted - he and Jordie do need to handle rushing D better; crashing is well and good it creates momentum but I expect more. Jordon probed the centre once before pulling that switch, so he saw it possible - that was smart. Sititi was excellent given his experience. The bench was not good enough. I dunno Mark, this failure to complete. is a huge concern. Where it it based?

[@johansteyn8526]

Congratulations to the Ausies with their comeback. They were the winners in my book.

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@johansteyn8526 that second half was more like it, so there is a light at the end of the tunnel for all of the doubters. Thank you for your comment

[@JoeTheLion60]

With that thinking the French; English and All Blacks were all winners against SA at the RWC :-)

[@jaredvandermerwe2647]

Here’s my perspective: 1. New Zealand tends to overexert in the first half, leaving them gassed by the second. That’s understandable, but the bench needs to come on earlier and make an impact to sustain momentum. 2. Anton Leinart-Brown isn’t cutting it. His predictable sidesteps don’t pose a threat to the opposition. He lacks the aura and intimidation needed in the backline. 3. TJ is past his prime, and keeping him offers no long-term value. It’s time to move on. 4. Ardie should come off the bench. While many may disagree, he’d make a bigger difference as a finisher. Starting, he adds value-but from the bench, he can change games. 5. NZ needs a stronger ball carrier at 12, similar to SA’s DDA or Ireland’s Aki. Jordie just doesn’t have that power game to consistently break the advantage line. 6. McKenzie is a brilliant 15, but at flyhalf, he lacks the physicality to take it to the line and open up space for the backs. Other teams have playmakers like Pollard who can do both, and NZ needs that too. 7. NZ needs to stick with the Caleb Clarke style of wing-big, strong, and fast. Physicality has always been a weapon, and right now, Clarke is the only one bringing that X factor in an otherwise smaller backline. 8, Reece and Telea aren’t cutting it. They keep stepping inside instead of challenging defenders one-on-one. Wings need to back themselves in those situations. 9. Sam Cane-just stop. Only NZ fans seem to see the value in him, but his defensive praise doesn’t hold up when he’s missing key tackles that lead to tries. There are better ball carriers who could fill his spot. 10. Finally, the Jacobson hype-I don’t get it. He’s not physical enough, and NZ has better flanks waiting to step up. It’s time to use them. 11. Younger Super Rugby players, like Sititi, have really proven their worth. NZ needs more big bodies like Hoskins on the field earlier to match that physicality from the start. TL;DR: NZ puts too much energy into the first half and needs to use the bench earlier. Anton Leinart-Brown and TJ are underperforming, while younger Super Rugby players like Sititi are shining. Ardie should come off the bench for more impact, and NZ needs stronger ball carriers at 12. McKenzie should stay at 15, and NZ should stick with big, physical wings like Caleb Clarke. Sam Cane and Jacobson aren’t adding enough value, and NZ has better options in the flanks.

[@James-b8f4r]

Hey Mark I know it's early days in Razors tenia but it's not looking like he's the Grand master coach we all thought he was

[@mikescudder4621]

I never thought he was! He had by far the team with the best cattle in super rugby, including key ABs, at the Crusaders - which is a team who were almost always on the wrong side of the penalty count and quite frankly got away with things the other teams didn´t. But i suspect Razor will do all right in the end. I'm still waiting for all the 'new', 'modern', 'fresh ideas' rugby that you lot were fixated about.

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@James-b8f4r mate, I for one wasnt one what thought he was a Grand Master. Prove yourself at test footy thats the only thing that convinces me, and currently, he´s pretty wide of the mark. Thanks for the comment

[@frankvsnschalkwyk6030]

The BARRETTE EXPERIMENT MUST STOP, PEOPLE WILL C THEY SING DIFFENT TUNE, WE LOST TO IRELAND AND PUMAS AT HOME WITH RM AND THE OTHERS, RAZOR WILL, THEY OUTPLAYED WORLD CHAMPIONS FOR MOST OF THE MINUTES IN SA, WEES GEDULDIG, AB SAL MEKAAR BEGIN LEES. RAZOR WILL BECOME THE MISTRO

[@dbellnzbell6]

@@mikescudder4621 The Crusaders were famous for developing talent vs say the Blues. unfair comment.

[@PeterMalloy-i5y]

It's all about Pressure and A.a sure penalty is far better than a possible line out mistake near the Aussie line.B.Playing 40 mins at the pace that AllBlacks did ,sure taxed the players THUS 5 SUBS WOULD HAVE BEEN FAR BETTER IN every aspect.D.Mac played brilliant and was part of most tries of the team.His kicking was tops also.

[@jamesward9372]

A win Mark, but does it feel like a loss? 0 points in the last 20mins during the entire Rugby Championship is unacceptable. We as fans expect better. Wallabies showed guts and determination in second half to come within 3 points. Razor’s comments post match summed it up for me …. Simply brushed over the last 20 mins once again!

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@jamesward9372 it was a loss for me before the game started because of the persistent selections, and we saw exactly what we are talking about in that second half, all of those guys with over 50 caps not delivering again to close a game out. They were very, very lucky to get the W.

[@frankvsnschalkwyk6030]

​@@insiderugbywithmarkagree

[@frankvsnschalkwyk6030]

​@@insiderugbywithmarkrevamp

[@Formakiwi]

The man they call Razor is a complete buffoon. His carefully cultivated media personality is just that: according to inside reports, he does zero technical coaching, and is basically a glorified motivational speaker, with Scott Hansen functioning as defacto head coach. After all the hype and public fanfare, he turns out to be an assistant in his own setup.

[@CharlieElise-y8t]

As ABs fans we have more questions than answers for this side.We are now seeing a trend in the last 20min of the 2nd half,ABs can't score points.Are they running out of ideas or running out of gas?Who is the Coach,what are they coaching?Is Scotty the right man to captain the side? Surely some of these players are on shaky ground cos they are not performing, the bench players are not making an impact compare to the Aussies and credit to the Wallabies for coming back in second half,they will only improve from that performance. We have yet to see an 80min performance from the ABs. Time to give young players more games.When experienced players like Sam Cane put in a feeble attempt to tackle which resulted in a try then it time for him to retire. Scott Robertson is starting to sound like a clown,maybe the circus is the right place for him.

[@davidpound833]

If i was to make changes: 1. Captain (They need a leader, Barrett isn't it) 2. Put Ardie at 7 and have a bigger 8 3. Start with Ratima/Plummer 4. Develop a bench that will be impactful

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@davidpound833 Who on the bench?

[@jacquesbrits5822]

Sub standard rugby from both teams. Wallabies showed grit in the second half. Not sure what Razor sees in D Mac....so glad that Richie was not playing against us Boks. Maybe NZ needs a good captain

[@insiderugbywithmark]

Thanks for sharing your opinion, appreciate it.

[@Formakiwi]

Don't miss Ritchie too much: NZ has a ready supply of showboat fly-halfs who can't kick goals, can't reliably make clearances that find touch, who get steamrolled in defence, and have no idea how to manage the game from first reciever. He was in the team every time the Boks (or the Argies, or the French, or the Irish) beat the ABs in recent years, so the idea he would've been a game changer this year is fanciful.

[@evancooper7336]

I was there, at 70-80 minutes you could see Scott standing with his hands on his head the last 10 minutes. 😂

[@mikescudder4621]

Which Scott???

[@insiderugbywithmark]

Both of them I think​@@mikescudder4621

[@luketahitahi433]

You would to if your defending with 13 players am I wrong?

[@HOUSEOFHUNA]

Hi Mark, I am Maori and I live in Playa Del Carmen in Mexico, good coverage matey.

[@desmondfrost1763]

Desmond here from New Zealand I have to agree with you mark you gave us a very good report I will be watching the game at my local pub with a beer and a nice meal I think it's going to be another tight game both teams will be playing out of there skins throwing the kitchen sink in it's most definitely going to be a classic they will be dusting those record books it's just to close to call you have to be a very brave person to predict the score it's certainly going to be a nail biting contest. With a sell out crowd I would love to be there but these games sellout very fast

[@Dan1973100]

Good evening Mark, strange games this year! @ Israel Dag, All Blacks also make late changes😂

[@insiderugbywithmark]

Good evening sir.

[@FinelliDybeen-tk7dt]

tight game with good growth in both teams.

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@FinelliDybeen-tk7dt thanks for the comment. I must have watched a different game.

[@stevenenslin7259]

Good growth with Australia,not with the ABs, couldn't score a single point for 35 mins in the second half, All Black's where very lucky to get the win,Australia should have pulled of the win,with the ABs having only 13 on the field.

[@pietersmith9745]

Good assessment. God bless. Pieter

[@jameshartzenberg5763]

Hi Mark. I'll take the win for now and I'm sure the team also do. Forward passes and not making the last passes were the difference in the S.A. games and forward passes the scoreboard outcome for this one. It gives me the indication that NZ ... with more games under their belt ... minimizing " unforced errors " and getting no cards at all will be playing that winning rugby that NZ and Razor's Crusaders were known for. Yes it will be challenging against tougher opposition but the S.A. games shows that it's possible. The midfield performed better but I still hope to see the ALB and Proctor midfield combination again. A relaxed and more confident team will also play better rugby. Good to see you respond in Afrikaans as well. 👌👌👌

[@TPRugbyfan]

I know the second half was deja vu with indiscipline and yellow cards and no impact off the bench, but I thought two of the disallowed NZ tries should have been awarded. I think there is now a real possibility of experimentation in the last game in Wellington. I’d like to see Love have a go at fullback, Proctor at centre, Blackadder at open side, Tupulotu at lock and Plummer on the bench .

[@sharp2684]

Blackadder is a good player but continually is injured and should retire.

[@joebradley7595]

​@sharp2684 would you not have him there if he's available? I feel his energy off the bench might help sure up the last 20 we are failing

[@mikescudder4621]

I know your not big on TJ Mark but he was the last tackler saving a try on two occasions. Yes got charged down. The ABs were intentionally playing slow when they had two in the bin. I thought the Wallabies were going to win that one with all the momentum they had!

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@mikescudder4621 one hundred percent on TJ, he did, and I applaud him for that. Momentum as we know in a rugby game is everything.

[@clarke1319]

You could argue a case for TJP saving the game on more than one occasion. True that he had his box kick charged down but they were still able to get the ball out past the 10m mark. At that stage they still had 15 on the field and were defending a lineout 40m out. Not the worst defensive situation to be in. What directly started the meltdown was Vaa'i tackling Pietsch without the ball and then as a result lying half dead on the ground leaving a glaring gap for Salakaia-Loto to stroll through.

[@dmazingi]

I remember with the earlier abs teams you always felt like they had enough resilience and temperament that they could overcome anything so the way up to the last minute. That was almost a gesture of the ABs and that was because of the psychological strength of the leaders. They didn't panic, they played their game as usual. Now we don't have that and i think it's the same thing. Our leaders aren't cutting it on the field.

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@dmazingi yes, there is much that has changed over the years. Players, coaches, mentality, tactics, preparation, etc.

[@rebeccalockyer]

I was at the game in Sydney.. I didn’t feel like we had won until the ref blew the final whistle 😅 It was very stressful haha. Thanks Mark!!!

[@molapotsasanyane9855]

In the last 20min, All Blacks prop Tyrel Lomax was absolutely exhausted and struggling during general play, so I wonder if it's fair to expect the "fat guys" to play 80min at test level intensity?

[@joebradley7595]

Your spot on

[@troymomma]

A tired lomax is still better than our reserves apart from degroot

[@molapotsasanyane9855]

@@troymomma Only if he's tired but can still keep up with general play. If he's absolutely exhausted and can't keep up, like Tyrel was, then I disagree. A player that's that exhausted actually becomes a liability.

[@troyl-b8704]

Stella review mate

[@insiderugbywithmark]

Thank you kindly

[@samburrows180]

It's a tough one with Dmac, on one side of the coin he's probably the best attacking 10 we've ever seen, on the other he lacks the tactical/strategic kicking a 10 needs to control a game. Case and point, I think around the 70th minute there was a penalty/free kick on ABs goal line, close to the posts by about 5m. He cleared the ball a whopping 22m, in my eyes that is unacceptable for a 10. That kick should have gone a minimum of 40m, ideally 60m. I think Jordie has to start taking the kicks. I think BB struggles with the same problem so I don't see him being any solution at 10. I will add that I really dislike the dragging of DMAC on socials, people are calling for him to be dropped blah blah, the guy is electric, he was instrumental in most of the tries and other than maybe 1 botched pass to Sevu the rest were all 50/50, and it's ridiculous to be knocking the guy for not making those. He did miss a crucial tackle as well but overall he had a pretty good game bar a couple blips. Also he's still learning that role, the previous coaching group made no attempts to blood new 10s to the role and it's showing now with the lack of experience at 10, and multiple other roles like locks and 9/10.

[@phillipmiga3961]

Thanx to the Ref and TMO you out done yourself wish we could have had you during 2011 to 2016 finally we have you not afraid to call a spade a spade those forward pass tries wrecked havoc during 2011 to 2016 finally I can enjoy watching rugby again without them thnx again for not allowing forward pass tries to ruin our game🎉🎉

[@sandorclegane3658]

At 21 nil I went and had a nap lol.

[@insiderugbywithmark]

Always 80 mins in a game. Good work Mr Schmidt.

[@axlams26]

Out with the old ... My Team for Bledisloe Cup Game 2 if everyone is injury free Ethan De Groot George Bell Tyrell Lomax Sam Darry Tupou Vaai 6 Ethan Blackadder 8 Wallace Sititi 7 Ardie Savea Cortez Ratima Harry Plummer Jordie Barrett Billy Proctor Caleb Clarke 15 - Stephen Perofeta Will Jordan Bench Tamaiti Williams Cody Taylor Pasalio Tosi Scott Barrett Samipeni Finau(try him again) Noah Hotham Reiko Ioane or Anton Lennett Brown Beauden Barrett or Damien McKenzie (Can players not in the squad be picked like Hoskins Sotutu or Peter Lakai)

[@elanaleroux1984]

First Mark! Chris from SA!

[@insiderugbywithmark]

Well done.

[@molapotsasanyane9855]

McKenzie is actually a liability at flyhalf.

[@Mumbo_Jumbo_Kiwi.1]

Another meaty vlog Mark. The run away train is about to derail & the prospect (I hope I'm wrong) in the up coming Nth-hem tour is a pear-shaped project gone horribly wrong on a late night out. BB needs to control the game at flyhalf + Plumber or Gatland as substitute - borh exhibit mental stamina under immense pressure. This is a grounding formula that Rassi has stuck to in this position though no other player in world rugby excellence is more feared than BB's calculated attaching prowess from that position. DMAC fails in this department though that will develop in his game however he is a magician from fullback. He is very young but needs to be the frame with a dominant forward pack that we haven't seen for several years now. We need some muscle & spoilers up front - Bakkies Botha, Nelson Asofa Solomona or Lewis Moody type characters. In an ideal world you'd only have ZZ'Brook & M'Jones, our last great pedigree of flanks. We did have another fearless monster in resent years 'Liam Squire' but cancelled due to mental illness. Exactly what's needed now. Clarke is in the best form of his career & this year in particular he is undoubtedly stella in performances with limited ball. Would like to see Naholo in the mix perhaps on the other side at 14. He is in sensational form. Jordan is gaining confidence from injury & right up their withworld class counter attack-ability but also fantastic is Ruban Love. What a prospect. Instead of counting hairs on his head Razor ought to be counting every mite in the lavy. I agree with you regarding Ratima however when you watch woeful NZ U2's & Hotham's brief ABs appearance he has a knack of meddling with the forwards to gain momentum. This together with patiently choosing his moment is standalone & something the ABs need desperately. This is his unique gamesmanship rather than pretentious rhubarb as displayed by TJ. Ratima has fantastic clearance & it's still uncertain how his game will develop but he is interesting indeed in the fold. I would've liked to have seen fielded in the backs first choice in this game Hotham 9, BB 10, JB 12 - magic combo, Proctor 13, Clarke 11, Nahoho 14, WJ 15 & bench Ratima, DMAC & Bryce Heem. And, I think all these guys have straight hair cuts!

[@Buster62]

That game had it all. The ABs were very lucky to hang at the end, and many of their recurring issues are not being resolved. They include: Poor game management under pressure -- especially in the final 20; poor individual decision-making; inaccurate passes going astray; uncontestable tactical kicking; poor discipline leading to yellow cards in the final 15; a lack of scoring in the final 20; keeping gassed front rowers out there beyond 60 minutes; and a bench that is being poorly used, missing cohesion and lacks impact. Razor's honeymoon is coming to an end and fingers are starting to be pointed at individual players and coaches. I agree with Mark, that despite some new faces, many of the legacy issues from the Foster era have not been addressed...most notably, the selection of players who are not in form and/or being selected out of their best position. To go through the team: I have no issues with the AB's current front row, especially now that DeGroot is fit again. One position that we do need to work on is hooker. Taylor will be 36 when the RWC rolls around...so we need to develop another world class hooker. Aumua and Bell are small by today's standards, Samisoni Taukei'aho is still recovering from his Achilles injury and will need to find form, and I don't see any large specialist hookers (1.85m+ and 115kgs+) coming through who could make the international grade. Are there some onside-flankers that could be beefed up or lightweight props who could be developed to fill the roll? As for the second row. With the development of Tupou Vai'i this year, most punters seem to think we have found the solution for who should partner Scooter going forward, but IMO he plays more like a disruptive 6 (disruptive lineout jumper and breakdown menace -- like a Maro Etoji or PSDT) than a genuine 5. It think that given his strengths and stature (1.98m and 118kgs), 6 is where he should be playing most of his rugby while backing up at lock. As for tall locking timber, Darry (2.03m and 110kgs) is developing well as an athletic and mobile number 5, and Josh Lord (2.02m and 106kgs) is progressing, but both need to add some muscle and heft to lock the scrum. Next year could see the introduction of Fabian Holland (2.04m and 124kgs). With Vai'i able to cover lock and players like Tuipolotu around, I think we will have a decent cadre of world-class locks in 1-2 years time. We might even try Tosi (1.96m and 144kgs) there as a bomb squad raging bull...much like how the 1.94m 149kgs Posolo Tuilagi is used for France (did I hear someone say 7:1 split?). As for the loosies, Razor still has not found a consistent balanced trio. IMO, placing Vai'i at 6 with Sititi at 8 and Savea at 7 (which better suits his natural instinct as a hunter/fetcher) could solve this problem. Blackadder can cover all three positions as a starter or bomb squad type of player...much like a more powerful version of Kwagga Smith. For the end of year tour, Razor should be thinking of introducing Peter Lakai to the big stage to cover 7 and be schooled by Savea. Samipeni Finau or Cullen Grace should be developed as a tallish blindside and 8 options. Grace was an outstanding lineout disruptor before he suffered his string of injuries and looks to be coming into form with Canterbury in the NPC. Samipeni could be the next Shannon Frizell (2023 version) or Jerome Kaino if he learns to keep his focus and discipline. Sam Cane could be used off the bench to shut down the inside and lead the ABs bomb squad in a 6:2 split. As for the backs, Roigard, Ratima and Hotham look to be the three going forward into the end of year tour and 2025...though look out for Dylan Pledger to make a quick rise through the ranks at the Highlanders. DMac has not performed consistently as a starting first-five at top international level. He's an awesome talent but not able to employ his full range of skills against sides that cut down his space and time. In those situations, the ABs need a more direct first five who is better able to manage field position and ball retention...things that DMac has struggled with. In such situations Barrett would be a better option, though the ABs need to find someone else for the future. Harry Plummer looks to be a place holder, though he could surprise if given a chance to start. Other options are to try someone young and with a great skill set like Josh Jacomb or give Rueben Love a shot at first five, which is where many believe -- himself included, and as good as he is at fullback -- could be his best position. In the centers: Jordie is a solid second five, though fullback is still his best position. Reiko struggles with his confidence at center and should be moved to the wing or bench (when we do a 5:3 split). ALB is solid on both sides of the ball without being spectacular, and is more a second-five than a center. Billy Proctor looks to have the goods at center but hasn't been given much opportunity (hopefully he will this week -- in front of his home crowd). As for a future second five, Riley Higgins has been tearing it up in the NPC and single-handily ripped the BoP to shreds this weekend in a close-fought overtime victory for Wellington. I'd love to see him paired with his Hurricanes partner Proctor, and working outside someone like Josh Jacomb or Rueben Love at first five on the end of year tour. Others that could be tried at center include Dallas McCloud. The wings for me are settled as Clarke and Jordan with Reiko as cover. Talea is a great runner but he's been found out as poor under the high ball. Reece needs to find his form or be replaced by the dazzling up and comer, Macca Springer. As for fullback, lets try Rueben Love there this weekend with Barrett or Plummer at first five. Frankly, Jordie should be back there covered by any one of Love, Barrett (Beauden), DMac or Jordan...but the coaches have him cemented at second-five. As for the coaches, Razor and Scott Hansen (in particular) need to up their game. This week in Wellington I would start Williams, Taylor, Lomax, Darry, Barrett, Vai'i, Sititi, Savea, Ratima, Barrett, Clarke, Barret, Proctor, Jordan, Love with Hotham/TJ, DMac, ALB/Rieko, DeGroot, Aumua, Tosi/Newell, Tuipolotu and Blackadder coming off the pine no later than 60 minutes in. This week we need to see an 85-minute effort (haka and overtime included).

[@tobysmeiman6921]

Eish, the AB wobbled and there goes my prediction. Mark, I have to give you this, now I 100 persent agree with you mate. The AB have to look at cultivating new blood. Razor has to try new players. Clearly Australia is already benefiting from it.

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@tobysmeiman6921thanks for the comment. I hope that the eyes of those in the appropriate positions are now open wide. Time is running out for 2024, huge games on the horizon and plenty to sort out. Thank you for the comment

[@potsie7778]

Why do we keep picking NZs 5th best 7. When will selectors realise D Mck is not the answer at 10. Beteeen D Mck and Sam Cane they cost the ABs 21 points. Savea looks stale and not playing up to his world player of the tear standard. The team needs new blood and youth.

[@davidr5597]

More than that! Useless DMac threw schoolboy passes on 3 scoring opportunities, so he alone threw away (assuming conversions) 21 points. He does basic stuff well enough and gets called good, he's never shown he can handle pressure and has a rubbish in play kicking game. Develop 2-3 new 10's now - what we have does not work!!!

[@allblacks9100]

very disapointed with the ABs ,if the wallbies had a bit more believe they would have won .The ABs still only scored 3 pts in the second half, razor has to start experimenting with the youngsters .The ABs looked lost at sea in the second half .

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@allblacks9100 I will second that.

[@derekng9766]

I have to take a step back here, after reading a bunch of comments. A lot about the pointless 2nd half but I think theres bigger concerns than not scoring in the last 20mins. Yes we played poorly for 40mins in comparison to the first but down to 13 against resurgent opposition, ill take the W. Whats more concerning is the lack of bench impact. Timing is crucial. Plus it's being used defensively rather than to uptempo the game and take advantage of tiring bodies. Captaincy is 2nd. Im getting Randall/Blackadder vibes from Scooter. Theres no galvanization, no focus, no impact. And 3rd for the love of God play Beaudy at 10. DMac has had more than enough rope, let him rest. Let Barrett run the cutter, stick with the back 3, bring Plummer on with 20 for actual game time.

[@Dan1973100]

Thank you Sir

[@insiderugbywithmark]

Most welcome

[@TheRickpage]

We played WB’s back into form with our poor discipline. Terrible passing game Dmac, tho his pace and back up created the opportunities. Even at 31-14 we should’ve taken the long kicks at goal cos we still did not have control at that point and never did in the game. This was more about AB’s lack of mental strength - and WB’s have their confidence and cohesion back thanks to it. There’s no growth in AB game, unless they get their discipline in order - decision making, execution, white line fever finishing, repeat soft penalties, impulsive card offenses, poor kick strategy and poor kick option taking - kicks from base (lead to WB 2nd try) plus up and under’s that give away ball. We won’t get to control matches if we keep kicking possession back to teams forced to keep it hand because we established a lead - that's a large reason why we’re not scoring in q4 - fear of losing, is winning over being brave in backing our dna ball in hand game. Keep hold of it and make them do the defending, or risk penalties trying to turn us over on the ground if good enough ie. they earn it, we don’t gift kick ball back to them.

[@clarke1319]

"should’ve taken the long kicks at goal" - Yes at 52min they had a penalty 40m out and 20m in - a high percentage kick. That would have taken it out to 3 tries ahead rather than 2 and a penalty. "being brave in backing our dna ball in hand game" - which is what is getting them into trouble. They only tried to narrow up when they went down to 13. They simply do not have the discipline to stay urgent on the ball carrier for long periods. It's not a new thing. We have a completely different coaching set up and the same issue continues.

[@dmazingi]

I feel like the collapse happened even before the half way mark. And what that says to me is what I've thought before. The solution is not changing who's on the bench or having a 'bomb squad'. Its a leadership deficit on the field in my opinion thats one. Two they need totally new cattle in the team. Cos its a temperament issue thats causing the collapse of the team in the second half, not the inadequacies of impact off the bench.

[@leightonkeutenius4455]

It seems likes yesterday there was a real thing called the baby blacks who just fronted young hungry and beat the top international sides and then developed into greats . Now you get 4 mins on a loosing side and are sent walk about . Sitti and Cortez just proved it that the past can work more than we can think .. You’re channel deserves to grow we’re loving it mate

[@marlonchung2407]

Hi mark, would you like to be proved wrong? I know you really want the young blood implemented, but would you be happy to see players like dmac and ioane evolve? Also I thought that putting in the normal experienced team in this game was the better move. I know you want big changes and it will come with losses, but losing the bledisloe because of implementation of debutants is something I wouldn’t be happy about.

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@marlonchung2407 Hi there.....let me respond to your comment and clarify some points. I understand my mentality is different than yours, thats respected by me. What I, and many fans have been saying is that some new players ought to have been tried in certain positions. I am not saying change the whole team for young players as some may suggest. Give new guys a chance to prove themselves. You mention DMAC and Ioane. Over 50 caps each for the All Blacks, how much time would you like to give them to ¨evolve¨

[@marlonchung2407]

@@insiderugbywithmark thanks for clarifying mark. I understand and respect your point with the implementation of new players. I think what I mean to say is that dmac whilst a highly capped all black, has only had around 10 games at the flyhalf position. Certainly I think that he has a lot of things to polish in his game, but don’t you think cutting him after only half a season to prove himself is a bit premature? Especially with all other external factors such as learning systems and combinations.

[@nielvanderwalt1965]

​@@insiderugbywithmark you keep calling for alb... how many caps does he need to evolve? Mckensie hasnt even played 10 tests at 10 for abs. Mounga took like 30 tests and he was still average. You are too negative

[@Tuatara587]

Have been mulling over the past 3 days as why the ABs have been ineffectual and for me it comes down to 2 major issues - Firstly DMAc at #10. DMAC thrives on chaos and fractured opposition play but we need a 10 that is tactically minded and knows when to run-pass-kick- He is no Dan Carter or Johnny Wilkinson. I still think BB is best at the moment at #10 - I think we forget just how good he was until he got shuffled around when Mounga came on to the scene. Having BB in for a while would allow a safer transition of Plummer or Perofeta. It would have been interesting to see who Leon MacDonald would have chosen at #10, and perhaps this was a major sticking point for Leons tenure. The second major problem is Scott as Captain - he just doesn't seem to have the tactical thinking required and the ability to bring the team together when play is not going the ABs way. Team announcement soon - I still see the same-ish team but maybe a ALB-Proctor pairing.

[@jonathonmerson93]

Plummer ! I dont know about Plummer. Lots of people on the net are saying the All Blacks are over but again the All Blacks prove them wrong.What we know so far is 'if the backline is fresh and in the first half of any game the All Blacks are the best in the World.They can score and lead against any team .With that in mind everything else is what the Coaching team has said .The All Blacks are rebuilding .We won the Cup playing away in Australia .It was always going to be tough.And it was .

[@ramondrongonui1024]

In the end, it was a great game for the first time. I was actually cheering for both sides. Yeah, that was like bipolar moment, I think we're lucky to win. (AB fan)

[@salomiodendaal4473]

Why very lucky???????

[@Buster62]

While it was nice to see Reiko break his tryless streak, I am not convinced he has rediscovered his form or the confidence needed to continue his starting role as center for the ABs. I am a fan who is old enough to remember some of the great AB centers like Bruce Robertson, Joe Stanley, Frank Bunce, Tana Umanga and Conrad Smith...and have read about some of the earlier players like Bert Cooke. I also remember how good Reiko was when he started his ABs career on the wing in 2016-2018. At that time, he was one of, if not the hottest attacking prospect in the game. The next few years however, exposed an Achilles' heel...his confidence. Reiko has apparently struggled with confidence since he was a high schooler thrust into the New Zealand Sevens under Gordon Teitjens -- though he managed to escape most of the vitriol dished out after their failed Rio Olympics campaign in 2016. However, since becoming a professional player and AB, lapses in confidence have been a real problem for him. These lapses first became apparent in 2019, resulting in him playing a supporting role for the ABs during the 2019 World Cup campaign. As soon as his form slumped and fans and media (especially social media) started to criticize parts of his game he began to fall into crises of confidence. This pattern persists until today. When Reiko's confidence goes you can see how it affects his game...and see it in his eyes. His head space isn't right, his focus goes and he doesn't seem to understand where he is on the field at times. He drifts in defense (making up for it with his speed and ability to scramble), is often static and behind play on attack, and therefore unable to make good decisions and execute accurate passes because he is not in the flow of the game and playing instinctively. He looks like he's watching the game unfold in front of him...unable to get in the flow of what's developing around him. While he was on the wing this problem could be resolved by getting him to hold his width on defense and maintain enough space to avoid the touchline on attack. However, moving him to center has only made this problem worse...because he is there to not only manage his space and game, but to act as a second pivot, managing the game for his outside backs and backfield...seeing and creating space for others and then executing the skills needed to put them into that space and send them away. When he is having trouble appreciating his own position and space on the field, how is he supposed to also do that for others? I feel for Reiko...he seems a genuinely humble and intelligent young man who desperately wants to do his best for the team but is struggling with his on-field confidence. Razor, Scott Hansen and Scooter must be aware of this. Given the length of his current crisis, I worry for his wellbeing…and so should his coaches and captain. And that is why they should be "managing" him (not just as a player but as a person) by relieving some of the pressure he is under and putting him back on the wing or bench, or letting him go to the NPC to rediscover his confidence at that level.

[@dmazingi]

Yeah i really disagreed with razor in the post match conference. He kept saying: "we found a way". In my opinion the wallabies just ran out of time. Five more minutes they would have won. This wasn't a demonstration of resilience from that perspective. It was just poor from the ABs. A snazzy, amazing attack doesn't mean anything if the defence is poor and there is a second half collapse. Still think our obsession with attaching rugby is proving ill advised. Attack doesn't win tests. Defence does. And it's been proven in this game as well as in countless ABs games over the years against the best opposition. Id rather trade some attacking flair for some of the other stuff. I'd definitely make that trade.

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@dmazingi some really interesting points you make across three comments. Finding the balance between attacking ability ( doenst have to be flair in my opinion ) and defensive sustainability is the key. Take the RWC last year, defense won us the game against Ireland, yet attacking gaps lost us the final.

[@dmazingi]

@@insiderugbywithmark hoping the three comments increases engagement rather than one?

[@phoenix55]

No impact coming off the bench, again - Really worrying signs. I think Razor has to do what Rassie did to fix this problem, especially with the forwards and go with a 6-2 split. If you take a look how Rassie uses his bench - He actually doesn't start what most would consider his 1st choice players...Kwagga, Marx and Kitshoff. Think Razor needs to do this - Especially with the front row!! The subs looked absolutely burnt out and flat. Also they have to consider allowing overseas players(esp. Frizell & Brody) to play for the ABs. Got the win but there's nothing to celebrate about this performance

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@phoenix55 thanks for sharing your opinions on those things, food for thought.

[@dbellnzbell6]

The ABs got over the line 3 times - all disallowed. One was a try (TMO error, the commentators all agreed), one was a marginal forward pass, and one was held up, great defense - so close to being a wipe-out but it turned out to be a cliffhanger. We need to convert these opportunities with precision.

[@Kittz1301]

I have been eagerly waiting for your video Mark while watching and catching up on F1. My take: Razor needs to stop this nonsense honestly. I have no idea what he sees in DMac because it is not working. Jordan isn't our choice at 15. I read Love is also injured 😔😔😔😔 I really think JB needs to move to 15 with BB (when healthy) at 10 as a temporary solution or even better yet have Plummer play!!! This is balderdash! Rieko had a good game but 1 good game doesn't erase the last few games. Razor needs to try Proctor on...even as JB's partner since they play together at Canes. Again I have never been so disappointed with the ABs last 20minutes - score no points!!! Razor must face reality AB teams of old went for the jugular even in the lead!!! It's not like he was brushing it off!!!! Sevu Reece disallowed try was so unfortunate...he seems to be the ABs penalty magnet this year!!!

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@Kittz1301 thanks mate. Plenty needs to be sorted. I have been saying my bit for a while now, so I will leave it at that.......for now.

[@nickhiggs682]

Who got that turnover on the all black line ? 20 Luke Jacobson: Replaced Cane for the last 16 minutes and won a huge turnover with the All Blacks under pressure. 6 You sure it was Wallace ? Just clarifying as I couldn’t watch myself. Thanks

[@TeeJy145]

Razor's main aim is to win games not build towards the RWC 2027, it is very frustrating. This is the first ABs side ever that takes their foot of the tigers neck,historically the ABs would go for the jugular. Ratima's growth is amazing but that means that DMAC will remain as his halves partner. Jordie Barrett should play 15, Jordan had a solid outing but him and Clarke compliment each other so well as the wings. I would like to know what Razor instructs his bench,as a collective and individuals, because most of the subs look confused as to what it is they should do once they enter the game. The wallaby bench outperformed ours, BPA, LSL even Mcdermott performed well. My big takeaway is we will lose 3/4 games in November!

[@TeeJy145]

@@portorportor8247 This team will beat england/ireland and france away...I have no confidence ,judging the sample size we have.

[@Generative_Midi_]

If this is the team that they take north we're in for a rough ride. We learn't nothing that we didn't already know from the previous efforts this season under Razor. Most of what we did well was due to the weird approach the Wallabies started the game with, but once they got out of neutral on d they were more than matching us. In fact, if they'd started properly they probably would have won it. This does nothing to dispel the urgent need for radical change in positioning and personel next week. It's the perfect opportunity, but knowing how Razor operates I wouldn't put money on it.

[@michaelstk2817]

Don’t sound the trumpets just yet, Australia is still a very average team. They made multiple unforced errors, their scrum is still shaky, and their line outs are generally a traffic accident. New Zealand left the door open and nearly got caught with their pants down! Both teams are going through their own personal growing pains. Kiwis are such a tragic bunch of supporters, but at least your channel is benefiting from it.😜😂

[@molapotsasanyane9855]

All Blacks fitness is not what it used to be. Current All Blacks fade in the last 20min. Previous generations of All Blacks had high fitness levels that enabled them to maintain a high intensity for 80min and thus win many a game in the last 20min.

[@petrusvanderMerwe-o9k]

as a bok supporter welldone pumas sa has issues aswell will make otjer teams take notice 1 next worldcup many hopefulls

[@insiderugbywithmark]

Indeed, no team is perfect, or shielded from a loss on any given day.

[@Formakiwi]

I'd say money couldn't buy the level of relief in Razor's camp following that result. If he'd lost the Bled, especially to this Wallaby outfit, in the same year that he surrendered the RC title he'd officially be the owner of the worst first-year coaching record of any All Blacks coach of the professional era.

[@FitXhub]

Feels like we should of lost that one. I’m not sure if I can keep watching these guys play.

[@toscabrutus1781]

Marc ek het nie die wedstryd gekyk nie! Ek dink daar is groter wisselvaligheid by All Blacks en Wallabies! Groete !

[@insiderugbywithmark]

Jy moet dit kyk as jy die kans kry my vriend. 'n Verhaal van twee helftes.

[@toscabrutus1781]

@@insiderugbywithmark Marc ek sal! John Plumtree se sharks het die curriebeker gewen!

[@ericb8888]

Joe Schmidt for AB’s coach …. Late December / early January.

[@randomlyfactual1943]

At what point does a coincidence stop being coincidence and start being a correlation? Are the guys coming off the bench not motivated enough? Are the opponents on the field not worn down enough? Why are the ABs so bad in that second half?? Something I was thinking, was maybe the All Blacks come in with a killer gameplan but then after they get figured out, they can't change it? I don't know - I'm simply not smart enough to have the answer for this one.

[@mikescudder4621]

I still don't get why you bring on forwards with 5 minutes to go. Surely a forward is a bit tired, or really tired, towards the end of a game? Or banged up like Sititi was. Did Plummer even touch the ball? Surely you should get all the bench on with at least 20-30 minutes to go, especially while your well ahead on the board.

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@randomlyfactual1943 LEADERSHIP.......where is the on field leadership. Every time it starts going south in the second half of every match they go missing in action. At 44min mark, why take the penalty kick for goal. You have a 14 point lead, a kick for the corner and attacking line out gives you chance to put the foot on their throat and to keep momentum after the half time, but they took the 3 points.

[@frankvsnschalkwyk6030]

Rebuilding a record does not take one or two years, en ons word gou doom profete. Cant wait 4 AB TO START SETTING THE TRENT AGAIN

[@anthonyturner5319]

@@insiderugbywithmarkand the 3 won the game….. but it’s the attitude of relaxing and trying to defend the lead not smash the opposition off the park at all times, that’s either the captain on the field or coaches messages off , still not clicking as a unit tho, and that’s the concern.

[@mikescudder4621]

@@insiderugbywithmark It was early, but i think it comes down to the scoreboard pressure idea to always come away with points. An easy 3...

[@denisgately4701]

Let me add some comments from the perspective of a Wallaby supporter. I doubt I have ever seen such an inept display from the Wobbolies : missed and broken first tackles, dropped and carelessly thrown away ball, no counter ruck, no chase of kicks. Simply, bloody woeful Some black marks....White has a big mouth and a small game, and has to go; his match was best summed up in the 97 second, when he patted Jordan on the back on his way to the first try. Lolesio is simply not test match material and has to go. Salakai-Lotu needs to start in the second row, and each of Williams and Frost need to mongrel up. Ikitau and Paisami ?.....ho hum. Koroibeti has to go, and I suspect Kellaway too. The ABs got out of jail on this one.....

[@lukawilliams4822]

In all fairness Aussie was lucky at least four or more tries didn’t stick.. one disallowed was definitely a try,but what is up with our last 30 in games,and dmac can not control games when in the lead !!

[@seanpinkey8798]

Mark,considering the amount of possession the All Blacks had,they should've totally demolished the Wallabies but they did'nt! I still think Razor has'nt got his selections right- just my opinion!

[@stevenenslin7259]

That was a win for Australia, ABs couldn't score one point in 35 mins,in the second half, wow The AB where very lucky to get the win

[@barneyboy2008]

Score says otherwise. Sadly moral victories don't count.

[@waynepirihi9769]

Wobblies couldn’t win against 13

[@nielvanderwalt1965]

28 - 7 down you can argue the wallabies were lucky it got close.

[@CliveBriggs]

A game of two halves. AGAIN. What to make of it? The ABs great start again but only because they were allowed so much space. Don’t seem to have any plan B when things turn to custard. No on field leadership from Scott Barrett. Where were the on field huddles to change the path set the direction. Dmac equal parts brilliant and terrible. He has to go that’s just him. Good bench option for impact from fullback maybe. Centre pairing looked good but only due to the space given. Sam Cane the weak link at seven need Ardie there Sititi at eight and still haven’t found a proper six. Scott Barrett doesn’t warrant a start at the moment, Tuipolotu would provide on field leadership and grunt. I could go on forever, surely there will be changes now.

[@ManMountain1974]

I’ve checked - In 8 matches this year, the All blacks have only scored 2 tries and 3 penalties in the last 20 minutes. 160 minutes with only 2 tries? That’s a problem.

[@Goggawie]

Cant wait

[@molapotsasanyane9855]

I can't believe how poor the All Blacks were in the last 20min. The Wallabies put the All Blacks under pressure, had good chances and were unlucky to not have snatched the game away from the All Blacks.

[@Swannyjoe464]

Even with the All Blacks winning this game still feels like a loss.

[@Scrotomus]

It’s no coincidence that Ratima and Sititi were the best on field, they are fresh and eager. I do agree with some comments here the old guys need to go, they are just no where near the pace anymore. For me Jordy, Reiko, Scott and Cane just aren’t anywhere near it.

[@elizabethleiper2664]

AB's did a 'Warriors' agin-almost - but scoreboard & clock worked in their favour. Why can't they (ABs) score in the 2nd half? Are they starting too strong/burning themselves out before the 50th minute. The All Blacks used to be the team you could count on to 'come back' in the last 20/15minutes

[@rogertallentire2961]

Okay the ABs have scraped home to retain the Cup. Congratulations Unfortunately I am not confident that there will be many more celebrations to come. What’s gone wrong? Why are we no longer playing 80 minutes. Come on Razor. You are not delivering half of what you said you would do Selections, cards, bench management, and tactics are all failing. The only time you have looked good is when the opposition is poor Time to get with it or get out

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@rogertallentire2961 you comment got me thinking. Did Razor ever say publicly what he was going to do as All Black head coach, you eluded too it, and I was wondering.

[@lesleywallace5748]

Discipline ,and a captain that is a leader,

[@troymomma]

Your Captain recommendations?

[@reidcrusade-iv4dg]

It’s funny how crusaders are struggling without Richie Mo’unga it’s the same goes for the All Blacks if Richie was there he will broke Australia apart in that game

[@22grena]

NZ will see where they are when they play Ireland

[@marcusspiers9964]

Definitely, well pointed out

[@joewebby224]

When the AB's play controlled defensive rugby they are just an average side no better than any other team. When they play instinctive attacking rugby they are a different side. I feel they are so afraid of making mistakes and losing that they have become too defensive and have forgotten to play and it's especially becoming evident in the second half. Not one player is to blame it's a culture that crept in and must be changed otherwise it will only get worse.

[@poerava]

Sititi. Is. A. Beast.

[@insiderugbywithmark]

And getting better and better

[@LZAK123]

Ok I'll be the bad guy. Imo that was a nothing first half by the AB's, because nothing has changed. When given too much space, the AB's were are still awsome with ball in hand. The AB's defense was terrible. When Aus could actually catch the the ball, they found gaps everywhere. Just like Argentina caught the AB's out wide. When Aus made mistakes they were simple dumb errors, they weren't caused by the defense. With all those coaches in the AB's set up, is there no defense coach?

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@LZAK123 Hey Bad Guy....just kidding, nothing wrong with what you said IMHO. Plenty of questions still require answers, perhaps thats the bottom line

[@LZAK123]

@@insiderugbywithmark I'm hoping we see some changes in Wellington

[@samgreer8274]

I knew the reff would come to the Wallabies aid. There was a forward pass but the rest was a joke

[@Gerrardboss-v2g]

The AUS can feel better about themselves , the ABs same old same old 😢

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@Gerrardboss-v2g I am very, very happy for Joe Schmidt.

[@groenrizla2513]

Aus won't be happy with the first half and the ABs definitely won't be bragging about the 2nd half. So not how we remember the mighty ABs. If the game went on for just a bit longer I recon the Wallabies would've taken the win. I also hope the ABs and Aussies are secretly supporting the Boks against Argentina tonight because of our tri nation history.

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@groenrizla2513 Hola, thank you for the comment. This AB team is struggling to convince us long term followers that they have what it takes to compete with the upper echelons of world rugby.

[@roleinc7204]

Bro NZ supporters are horrendous. Not sure we deserve the ABs... So freaking negative. This year under a new coach we've played England (5th in the world; lost to World Champs in the semis by 1 point), we've played Argentina (6th in the world; just beat the World Champs-Pumas are no joke. They have arrived and I am absolutely stoked about it) and we've played South Africa (Consecutive World Champions, 1st in the world until their loss to the Pumas). Whenever ABs score tries it's not because of our deadly attack, it's always the other team's 'woeful defense'. The game was close, and I'm really happy it was because I agree that Robinson hasn't got the team right yet. I'm also happy for Australia that they found the grit and determination to come back in the last 20 mins and put us under the pump. I really hope it is the beginning of their rebirth as a team. But let's be clear: it was only by inches that the ABs didn't put 60 points on the Wallabies this weekend. There are some truly brilliant players emerging in the squad. Ratima, Satititi and Vaai were massive. For all the Ioane haters... he brutalised the game line every time he touched the ball. The man was everywhere all game. Clarke is looking deadly, fast, powerful and balanced. D-Mac didn't miss a kick. Taylor looks like a man possessed. Savea is slowly regaining his form and looked a bit more like himself this game. Jordan was much more impactful this game at full back. There are many signs we are on the right track. That yellow card against ALB came out of nowhere whilst the freakin Aussie Half Back was screaming at the referee all game and he even smacked Sam Cane right on the head in front of the refs and he got TWO talkings to from the Ref... So yes, we have major things to work on to get back to where we want to be (that number one spot) but damn, a bit of patience and support while we get there wouldn't go amiss.

[@steveosullivan4211]

Yes, like you and a lot of NZer's we need to bring in new YOUNG players. The current senior AB's are not doing the job. The bigger question to me is, is there player power/contracts that are stopping this. A change of players is needed, which we can see, then so can the coaches, they are just like us, SO why??? We need to STOP, this shoehorning of players into the team, because they are good, play the best player in his position only. The only point l disagree on is Jordan is a 15, give him better 12,13. IF Jordan is very good at Super level, then why is he average at test level.

[@mikespencer4922]

As a Saffa who watches all the ABs games, the thing I have noticed is maybe a silly thing, but the ABs are not enjoying their rugby. Go back to Steve Hansens days.... the players smiled and laughed and encouraged one another. Now its gripe bitch and moan. Its not fun any more. Coaches are more worried about themselves than they are about their boys.

[@Dan1973100]

Talking strange, next game, going to be interesting 🤔

[@insiderugbywithmark]

So many reasons so, yes.

[@acdc2623]

Man, you AB fans are tough markers, I wish I had a win to be unhappy with, we lost by 3 and its a national holiday as far as our fans go 😂

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@acdc2623 :-) If you want to be the No 1 rugby team in the world asking the tough questions, being challenged all of the time is the only way to succeed.

[@acdc2623]

@@insiderugbywithmark can’t argue, good luck with the rest of the year (except this Saturday!)

[@LesBaynes]

Barrett is not a captain. McKenzie is not a flyhalf. Robertson is not a coach. Same old, same old. If the Wallabies are within 20 at halftime in Wellington next weekend they will have the belief to take the game out. Positional changes, new younger blood required across the board.

[@henrywiggill9589]

Just as an outsider, this was not a good game of rugby. The Aussies are just not there, and the All blacks probably played their worst game of the season. I think Dmac is not the answer at 10 and Ardie should probably captain the All Blacks. I am South African and though it is nice to win a few tests against the old foes, it feels a bit empty with Australia being so bad and the All blacks searching for their identity - I have always said that the All blacks have an advantage because they keep things so simple and just want to play rugby. I have no doubt that New Zealand will be strong again. I am concerned for the Aussies...

[@Ivanos-p4n]

Gidday Mark, The ABs clearly have issues in defence, attack, captain, confidence and game plan. Major warning signs, red flags and big concerns and questions now about Razor being the right coach to take the mighty All Blacks forward.

[@grahamthompson6507]

Matthew Carley another sub standard display

[@Dan1973100]

Relax and Finish, there were a lot of cough ups, frustration, took not of Mustach White's whining 😂

[@insiderugbywithmark]

Yes

[@petrusvanderMerwe-o9k]

one swallow doesnt make it summer AB has issues look at setup not the ref we love a strong AB team who ever we support😅😅😅

[@petrusvanderMerwe-o9k]

bokke were branded one dimentional playing AB coach one dimentional thinking you are a country with gifted skills envy of all

[@insiderugbywithmark]

Thanks for the comment, good luck today.

[@taorostrickland8759]

R.I.L. All Blacks aura & close outs :-(

[@activegas1014]

we have a shot show as a centre pairing looking like soccer/basket ball players, NO MONGREL, NO AGGRESSION, NO DIRECTNESS, NO ABRASIVENESS, WHY is razor still choosing a idiodic loose trio, put savea at 7, finau or Jacobson at 6 and sititi at 8 fuck man Razor might aswell brong on fozzie to come back and consult his team, jeep playing fozzies choiced team like wtf, no1 is foghting for a jersey anymore???? under hansen he made it seem no1 is safe and must earn that jersey imagine a loose trio of Todd, Messam, Vito will walk straight to the starting line up in this ERA and they were fighting day in day out for the black jersey RAZOR PLEASE OOEN UR FUCKING EYES THERES HUNGRY GUYS AND DROPPING OTHERS WILL MAKE THEM RE THINK AND TRY AND PERFORM

[@nielvanderwalt1965]

Jordie was on fire while he was on and rieko played well. The backline defense fell apart when alb came on

[@scottwarren1839]

What is going wrong in the last 20 mins plus, really un all black are the fitness levels just not there

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@scottwarren1839 IMHO a lot more to do than fitness levels I think

[@bokudesu3280]

Razor is clueless and it showed. ABs got the jump on an average Wallabies defensive system early which made us look like superstars. The lack of accuracy and some concerning defensive lapses in the 2nd half was a concern. Razor can't see it, but McKenzie is a bench impact player only. Reiko is a very predictable 13 but he must have something on Razor to keep getting selected. TJ has to be let go now... too slow. Ardie was trying hard in the 2nd half but he isn't bending the line as a number 8 must be able to do. His carries are wasting good ball because of this. Was surprised the AB pack didn't dominate at scrum time but all credit to the Wallaby pack and the work Mike Cron has done with them. Hoping to see Razor make some brave selections for next week, but i agree with Mark, he will stay loyal with this group which shows his lack of forward planning by sticking with guys like Cane and Perenara who are leaving soon.

[@nielvanderwalt1965]

Clueless were 28 - 7 up. 27 - 13 up against the boks in sa. So maybe its not razor.

[@grahamthompson6507]

Rush defense you mean offside, destroying the game

[@AK-wc9rl]

All Blacks defence is terrible. It's been bad all year. Every time the opposition gets into our 22 you can almost be assured that they will score a try, often soft tries too. Seems like system problems as these guys aren't bad tacklers. The complete opposite to SA who defend their line with so much intensity and always seem to have the required numbers to cover the attack.

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@AK-wc9rl cant disagree with you.

[@bartwarren8069]

Savea is not a no 8. Never was. His tries are seagull tries usually.

[@Dan1973100]

All Blacks need to play 80 minutes

[@insiderugbywithmark]

They do indeed.

[@TheBuildKingR]

I'm sorry but Scott Robertson is out of his depth at test level, regardless of the fast start. He plays people out of position, stick with people that should not be there and brought up a sub in the 70th minute... I don't buy this rebuild excuse, most of the players have decent test matches under the belt, yet they didn't know what to do in the second half. This win, which they barely managed, probably saved Robertson his job. Excluding South Africa, Robertson has been the poorest of the other 3 coaches for me.

[@insiderugbywithmark]

@TheBuildKingR its not quite gelling at all, I will have more to say during the week. Thank you for sharing your views. Fair.

[@nielvanderwalt1965]

😂 the people that are out of position is literally the players and positions he got from fozzie

[@TheBuildKingR]

@@nielvanderwalt1965 he brought in Sititi a nr.8, yet plays him at 6.