Rugby World Cup 2019

**Little Chuchok** · 08-06-2019, 07:47 AM

Well the All Blacks will struggle this RWC.Too many injuries to top players.

This is what I have heard on the grapevine.

Sonny Bill-Williams is buggered.Huge knee problems...like almost bone on bone.
Kieren Reads back is a mess.He needs another operation to fix properly.He would be lucky to hit 75% fitness.
Liam Squire is struggling with injury. 50/50 chance to make the team.
Owen Franks shoulder is in dire straights.Struggling to play for the Crusaders.
Big Karl Tu'inukuafe spent a few days in Hospital after a concussion (Kept quiet)
Ryan Crotty is one wack in the mellon away from oblivion.

This is not good.

So who will win?

Engerland, Wales, SA, Ireland or maybe the Froggies will step up.

**PlanK** · 08-06-2019, 08:45 AM

Sonny-Bro's form has been questionable for a few years. I think they keep him around because a) They've paid a lot of money for him. b) He attracts attention from the non-traditional rugby fans & media.

I'd like to see Japan do well on home turf, and it would be nice for the Frogs to actually win a final. Other than that a Northern Hemisphere win would be good for the game.

**Switch** · 08-06-2019, 09:14 AM

Calm down fellas. Yes your crown is slipping, but still 3 months to the first game.

**Loy Toy** · 08-06-2019, 09:21 AM

Originally Posted by Switch

Calm down fellas. Yes your crown is slipping, but still 3 months to the first game.

Correct.

The cheating All Blacks always have someone better waiting in the wings.

Barstools!

**Bettyboo** · 08-06-2019, 11:10 AM

It should be competitive although I doubt the Frogs will turn up...

I fancy New Zealand to win it, but the semis could be any of quite a few teams. England have good depth.

**AntRobertson** · 08-06-2019, 01:04 PM

It will be the most open tournament for a long time and that's a good thing.

Bound to be the odd upset here and there also. Can't wait!

**buriramboy** · 08-06-2019, 11:24 PM

Ireland peaked too early and dont seem the team they were last year will probably get knocked out in the quarters, semis at best. SA have improved a lot and I'd make them second favourites behind NZ. Wales are over rated despite winning the 6N as in no where near good enough to win it. England will do better than their recent 6N form probably be the biggest challengers to the All Blacks and SA. But all this is irrelevant as Scotland will win it or alternatively will lose to Japan and not make it out the group.

**happynz** · 09-06-2019, 06:06 AM

No mention of Argentina? The Jaguares Super Rugby side (AKA the Pumas) have been playing very well.

I'm not too worried about the All Blacks. Depth in New Zealand rugby is still...erm...deep. Just from the Crusaders' front row I'd be happy with Cody Taylor or Andrew Makalio at hooker. Scott Barrett at lock has been very good this year. Richie Mo'unga at second five, Jack Goodhue in the 13 jersey, and a backline of Bridges, Havili, and Sevu Reece. These are players just from Canterbury. Take players from other NZ regions and compared to other countries... there's the All Blacks and daylight.

I'm guilty of #kiwiarrogance.

**AntRobertson** · 09-06-2019, 10:07 AM

Originally Posted by happynz

Andrew Makalio

Don't rate his throwing much.

Was good to see Coles back amongst it against the Lions. Played well in limited time too.

Also Savea has developed into a match-winner. At this point he must be above Cane.

**Bettyboo** · 09-06-2019, 10:31 AM

Originally Posted by happynz

Scott Barrett

He was the difference between England and New Zealand last game; I thought England edged it in most departments, but when Barrett came on he just made the difference and the ABs came out on top, just.

**Little Chuchok** · 09-06-2019, 12:20 PM

Originally Posted by AntRobertson

Also Savea has developed into a match-winner. At this point he must be above Cane.

Well they are talking about playing Cane at 7 and Savea at 8. Cane has also has been in outstanding form.

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