Injuries are the only reason why there's any changes for the 2nd Test in Auckland. It's as you were other than that for the match up between the All Blacks and England. Can England end a 30 year run without a win at Eden Park?
Slight correction. The ABs have not lost at Eden Park since 1994 (to France). But England have only beaten them once at the ground, in 1973 - 51 years ago this September.
@@diyguru9677against a stellar team and down to 13 men at one stage - in the back row no less. The 2003 team was something else. I still rank it above Ireland’s recent series win, as we did Australia that same tour and they really were the other top dogs.
Fin Baxter did do well. But what a tough initiation in to the grown-ups world. If it doesn't break him he could go on to great things, so young what a future he'll have.
More like Nic Berry is rubbing his hands knowing that he'll ping NZ for illegal scrummaging. England have already asked the ref to look out for those tactics.
@@wlk2408Do the boks just dial it back 40% for their clubs? Bc nobody at Ulster was sad Kitshoff left due to his incredibly underwhelming performance this past season
Love your vlog and thanks for all your effort in making it! Your are unbiased in your evaluations(in the main) and further, you have cottoned onto an important realisation that the last 20 minutes are the most important. The secret is the effort and the fitness ( the belief comes from that). Everyone is mostly knackered in the last 20, but thats when you can do the most damage! Keep up the vlogs mate I love them!
Great to see Borthwick continue with his continuity of selection. Though do agree with Tim regards Harry Randell. Plus I’m pleased to see Tommy freeman get another go . He’s one hell of a player and I’m convinced he’s destined to play in the centre for England . 🏴
Mitchell is the man to look for, what a hell of a performance last week - in fact I thot it was gonna take time to replace Ben Young but boy, Mitchel said hold my beer
@@ontheblock40hot11 Definitly Hansen who changed the thinking from bench to impact, aided of course by NZ’s embarrashment of rich’s. I think B.B was one of the first players specifically chosen for that role.
@@willliam1343 I agree 100%, and I played on Edenpark in my SA under 20 year so I know what a fortress it is, my family live there aswell. I'm being optimistic
Understand the comments re: Spencer vs Randall (in terms of continuity vs speed). Really don't get the point of selecting F.Smith on the bench (instead of a 'utility back') - especially given Furbank or Slade could, at a push, cover 10 - and personally I think changing your 10 in a 'by the numbers' replacement causes more issues than it helps given the disruption
Surprised Borthwick hasn't started Cole but again Rodd and Stuart coming on as a combo isn't giving you solidity in the scrum. If England can sort out their breakdown work theyre in with a sniff.
Exciting England team off the back of a decent display last weekend in Dunedin. They'll have complete freedom at Eden Parker on Saturday. Given the ABs record there, England have nothing to lose and everything to gain, although I would imagine we'll see a reaction from New Zealand, that win was way too close for comfort.
Going to the game and can't wait. Even though Eden Park is a fortress for us after last weeks game it is not a done deal. I think fear of losing is the biggest motivating and contributing factor in AB success, ahead of deternation etc. You wear that jersey you don't/can't lose.
England and the AB's both building, I get the sense that England need this more than the AB's. The NZ media are almost teeing the fans up to accept a narrow loss and England need a big scalp away to kick on. Look at what the win over Ireland did for the squad in the 6 Nations, with a 2-0 loss in NZ, I think a lot of that will be undone.
@@Shamankzn cmon you beat Ireland by a point last minute in twickenham and apart from that a loss to France in France which the week before Italy drew with them then you beat tier2 nation japan , not exactly done that well since beating Ireland a loss against ABs will see England last 6 lost 4 won 2. I think England still have a long way to go and considering they are now in transition for well over 14 months ABs two weeks it is very much time they stepped up to the mark because after this test you’ll find by autumn ABs will be well seasoned.
"IMPACT" suits certain players. Asafo Aumua comes to mind. Comes on around the 50 minute mark and is a can of coke that's been shaken to death he's fizzing so much. 🤣
That's Christie to a tee, solid. He's never spectacular but he gives good service without ever setting the world on fire. Really strong in the last quarter except for the game that ended 25-25, as I recall (tell me if I've misremembered)
Sound is good Tim. Yes a lot of youngsters in Durban like to drive around with modified exhausts making noise😂 Your shirt looks like a All Black jersey and you look a bit like Damien McKenzie. Enjoy your day at Umhlanga🏉🏴🇿🇦
Tim...what sort of 3rd world back hole county are you streaming from! What a dive 😂😂😂 Enjoy your time in our humble abode. Love that you're here, showing the world that 3rd world life aint too shabby! Also...your pronunciation of Aaron is subpar. I reference Key and Peele's substitute teacher sketch. Please apply for reference 😂
No he shouldn't accept. The appeal of Tim being in charge of his own platform is that he can share his opinions freely. That very appeal is the reason you, I and everyone else watch his videos. No directors, no schedules, no script. Just straight unfiltered opinions and moving with the motion of the ocean
Last test was supreme quality by both teams I was very impressed by both forward packs even though nz scrummed better I think the backs defence cancelled or nullified each other out of the game
I have no idea who will win . The first test was so close. That said i really enjoyed watching the ABs and England go at each other . My heart would love England to get a win but my head says it will be another win for the All Blacks. Lastly i really liked Razors interview after the game .What a character. It was nice to see him and Borthwick having a chat after the game
As a quacker I find you comments delightfully insightful and pray to our breakfast making , house meeting building , rugby shirt wearing lord. As it says in John 7, chapter 15. Go get ‘em. Good work Tim 🙏
Can’t wait for this test match. I worry England may get blown out a little in the second half but there defence is top notch so hopefully not. Really want another nail biter. Was hoping England fans might get an intro to Wallace Sititi but hard to argue with the experience and versatility of Jacobsen
Agree England is short on really good props, but I think Will Stuart is slowly taking steps forward (maybe spending time with Cole is helping him to improve). He had a good 6nations and was pretty good on the scrum (Lomax stepping out should have been stopped much earlier). He needs to be more consistent and it seems to me he lacks self believe, coz physically he has great attributes to be a great prop. Anyway I'm sure it will be a great game, NZ to win by 10.
My first all blacks game was in Wellington in 2003 and as we all know we lost a few months later I went to an Indian v blackcaps and we lost that too. I will not be going to watch the game in Auckland so we should win hopefully 🤞 😂😅
Love the content Tim. However, I’ve been disappointed to see discriminatory language in previous video comments. No room for that in our rugby community. Please remove and ban from the channel.
Watch all videos on this channel, and though agreeing with you I haven’t come across any discriminatory talk on here. Which is remarkable really. Best place to come and give your opinion.
'you can get wet weather this time of year in Auckland' - it rains constantly in Auckland, but as I look out the window its not going to one of those days
Cody Taylor will lead the Haka and Razor is all about bonding with players and them getting used to his system and getting cohesion. An old saying in rugby, don't change a winning team.
Will be interesting game, both team play to their strengths, Razor have good look how England play and so the English coach there plan have to be on song, or one or the other will tear the other apart
The England front row has struggled recently but having watched the England U20s forwards do a complete demolition job on the SA U20s this week it’s nice to know there’s hope for the future!
I was surprised to see an unchanged AB’s team obviously except for tj. Fozzy had chipped and changed the 23 so much that it was hard to build combinations
After last week, I really can't understand why Spencer is on the bench. Raffi would be a much better replacement IF NEEDED that Spencer. Borthwick needs to think more if some replacements are actually necessary.
Ha ha ha !!!! You are in the capital of sup-up-your -car...!! You will see cars with every accessory available. Dropped suspension, loud exhausts, coloured lights, massive spoilers, scoops, vents, decals, you name it...
I think No.2 Codie Taylor will lead the haka, to replace the injured TJ Paranara. Codie Taylor led the haka against Scotland in Scotland back in 2022. Then in last year's World Cup in France, Codie lead the Haka against Uruguay.
Tim, please read this. Fairly long comment. That's it. Just consider it. Thank you. I wrote this to a friend this morning and thought that I wanted to share some thoughts with you. Paste -I think this is Rassie getting Ireland out of the way. Then I think that maybe there will be 3 major changes coming to SAs backline, with Moody having his moments, alongside Fassi, to get real game time. More permantly though, these 3 incumbant starters may find themselves not even being in among the replacements. Not too many backline players on the bench. Handre will maybe get a bench in big match. Maybe. Faf and Willie may be done. Four 9s taken on WC tour, and Damien Willemse when he's back. Fassie didn't get Bok gametime because he isn't a very good player. It's nothing to do with his defence, even if there's room for improvement. He's the next best 15.
In regards to the jeysey...You are forgiven my son lol I think Ardie may lead, but Lomax, Ioane, Lienet-Brown, Ratima, I'm sure can be called. on. I liked seeing Fin play that reminded me of a young Greg Somerville and certain a sure pathway forward with a healthy career.
England are very good team.Itoje is absolute nuisance in the break downs and line outs. The English loose forwards are world class.Mitchell at halfback is real handful. Only area of weakness is the front row and the bench. The All Blacks should win by 10 points.
Spencer looks diffident playing for England whereas he really grabs the game by the scruff of the neck for Bath - he needs to bring that attitude in when he comes on. I don’t fancy England at all on Saturday, but they are capable of doing it - they seem to have confident young players and if the don’t fluff their lines like last week it could be close.
Not sure I agree with our man Patrick, I think there are a number of teams that would have something to say about that. But NZ are at home and have their new coaching team and reputation to rebuild, I’m sure Razor has rallied them around their history and desire to get their aura back along with the #1 tag.
The difference in our starting players to bench players in quality for nz is very very little. Reason why the last 20mins of games nz are so strong. Just look at the players who missed out on this full nz squad ( Sotutu , Roigard for example) Even the quality of players who are in the squad and still haven't been in involved in these first two games.
In all sport we have a thing called the "second wind". A phenomenon which is seen as a boost of stamina towards the tail end of a match/game New Zealand have undoubtedly mastered the "second wind"
On Spencer, he was slowing the ball deliberately when in England's half to get the kick chase right. Unfortunately kicks slightly long and the chase very very slow. I think England need to think about how they can conserve energy and have more impact off the bench. I would not have Finn Smith on the bench as well have 10 cover from Furbank, we just need Spencer and a utility back/fullback cover maybe Steward. Freeman can play at 13 if needs be. Then we can have one fastish lock/flanker like Nick Isiekewe and go 6:2. We are really lucky with the backs we've got in England, probably just too many good choices making it hard to pick. I'm sure Borthwick will have all the issues from the first test addressed anyway but really felt like Spencer is getting unnecessary flack for having to play the way he did
Interesting in the centres, I believe the best centre pairings play club together and maybe even more, Conrad and tana, then Nobu, Stanley, little. The combos take 100s of games together. Can’t just rely on test matches. I think reiko and Jordie are too similar, you need someone different. I think laumape/ Jessie kriel/ butch James type would be better with deception, bash and deceive combos are the best.
I think there is more pressure in this test than the first. More history to keep up in eden park, the england game plan will be the same probably better
I know I’m in for some grief here but, what does everyone see in Henry Slade that I don’t? Everyone bats on about how amazing he is and how much he controls things and offers an option. When was the last time that he was so amazing? What option does he offer? I’ve never seen him put in a MoM performance, he’s a yard too slow for international rugby and he can only offer an option if he’s played that way. I’m not saying he’s bad but, I’m not sure he’s the messiah that the media makes him out to be! Sorry Henry.
Would you rather be a BENCH warmer, or an IMPACT player? I think even if its just a marketing ploy, psychologically it could be enough to just give a player a 0.01% increase. Fine margins as they say can win games.
Last time Nick Berry ref in a NZ encounter he allowed NZ so many cheats. Berry totally took Argies out of the game. Everybody should watch with Eagle eyes how long it will take for NZ's 1st cheat. Last time Berry allowed DeGroot in from side after only 30seconds !
@@stanley626 Eyes can'nt see if brain is closed. Contradiction. Talking of closed brain. Scott Barrett must be careful. If he is going to carry on cheating at the present rate, he is going to break all Richie McCaw's records. Then many in NZ will turn against Scott !
As an Irishman , I hope England can get a win , just makes for a better 6 nations competition moving forward , better for rugby all around when the teams in Northern hemisphere can compete . Gotta admire the history and competitiveness that the Kiwis will bring tho :)
Hard call, this All Black team is still in the nascent stage of its development and vulnerable. England could win but their belief has to be absolute. Not can win but must win because nascent or not it's how All Blacks play each game.
As a Bok fan, I totally agee that it was the game of the weekend. I think many of us Saffa fans are likely to be more supportive of England now that Owen Farrell is not in the team. He was easy to dislike and he came across as arrogant. Poms playing some good ruggers at the minute
Interesting, as a kiwi i found the SA/Ireland game to be the game of the weekend. If any of Farrel's punishments ever stuck or made a difference i wouldn't dislike him and scott barret as much.
Will be shocked if England win at Eden Park. Your playing on a live volcanic bed and the energy is different and foreign players always get exhausted and caught out by the strange atmosphere
