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Thread #140156   Message #3242134
Posted By: paula t
20-Oct-11 - 05:37 PM
Thread Name: BS: Rugby World Cup 2011
Subject: RE: BS: Rugby World Cup 2011
Hi Dave,
I watched that programme too and really enjoyed it! The one aspect of the Lions game which most impressed me was the incredibly fast ball from the breakdown. That lovely "whippy" pass straight from the floor which was then quickly moved on. The backs could take the ball at pace.This is something the England team do not seem to have enjoyed for quite a while. The ball stays at the back feet while the defence line up their men....then a few short steps to telegraph the direction and our backs have to take the ball standing still. No wonder they then run straight into a wall.I shouted myself hoarse during their last match, trying to will the ball off the floor and into someone's hands so we could at least try an attacking move. I always swore I wouldn't shout at the telly!Is that a sign of age?