Australia vs Lions 3rd Test: Match Thread

by nathan Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:11 am

Thought i'd create this thread as there wasn't one already.

My prediction: One of two things will happen, Australia will hammer us or we'll win on penalties.

by kiakahaaotearoa Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:14 am

How long to kick off? This is entertaining fare from the Hurricanes and Highlanders and I can't tear myself away from it.

by GunsGerms Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:16 am

ko 11 isn't it?

by nathan Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:16 am

kiakahaaotearoa wrote:How long to kick off? This is entertaining fare from the Hurricanes and Highlanders and I can't tear myself away from it.

11am GMT

by GunsGerms Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:16 am

12 Madrid time

by nathan Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:17 am

Can't get this idea out of my head that Roberts will come off injured before half time.

by OzT Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:17 am

Oh you've got 45 minutes to go at least

by kiakahaaotearoa Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:18 am

Cheers guys.

Unbelievable offloading in this game. It's a cricket score but it's been incredible to watch. Not a lot you can do on defence with ambition like this.

by nobbled Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:20 am

All aggravation aside now - selections irrelevant - nation irrelevant - COME ON YOU LIONS!

by nathan Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:23 am

nobbled wrote:All aggravation aside now - selections irrelevant - nation irrelevant - COME ON YOU LIONS!

by kiakahaaotearoa Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:25 am

44 49 to the Highlanders. You have to question some of the defence but I recommend having a scooch at the highlights because there was some incredible offloading and hard running among that.

I feel full and satisfied after that. Perfect appetiser before the Lions match. Hope there's a bit of running in among the big defence.

by GunsGerms Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:29 am

Prepare to be disappointed Kia.

by nathan Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:29 am

kiakahaaotearoa wrote:44 49 to the Highlanders. You have to question some of the defence but I recommend having a scooch at the highlights because there was some incredible offloading and hard running among that.

I feel full and satisfied after that. Perfect appetiser before the Lions match. Hope there's a bit of running in among the big defence.

unfortunately i don't think we're going to see some running rugby from the lions. Hope im wrong though mate

by wales606 Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:30 am

I'm worried the Lions are going to really miss Warburton when they are up against Smith and Hooper :/

COME ON YOU LIONS!!!

by nathan Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:30 am

Hoping o'brian has one his brilliant games and doesn't start to lose it.

by wales606 Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:32 am

Much more confident in the bench this week than in the last 2 tests - Tipuric, Young Gray and Vunipola can all come on and make an impact, with Tuilagi and Murray to come on if we are behind and need to mix things up a bit.

by **Biltong** Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:33 am

John Mitchell in the Supersport agrees with Gatland's decision to have dropped O'Driscoll.

by nathan Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:34 am

sky do like to replay stuff, ive seen this highlights reel of the 2001 series 3 times this morning.

by kiakahaaotearoa Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:34 am

The Welsh centre combination should see North feel encouraged to come infield more.

Much depends on Australia's ability to assert their gameplan. If they can use the perfect conditions for running to their advantage and get ahead on the scoreboard, we might see the Lions have to chance their arm more. That scenario depends on the Lions pack to a great extent. They didn't impose themselves in the physical exchanges nearly enough last week. AWJ has to have a game like he did against the Waratahs. POC was sorely missed last week.

by SecretFly Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:34 am

The game.

by wales606 Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:36 am

Roberts as the backs defensive lead could be crucial in this game

Dropping O'Driscoll was a risk, but not the controversy the media have made it out to be. JD2 has been excellent this series

by aucklandlaurie Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:37 am

Biltong wrote:John Mitchell in the Supersport agrees with Gatland's decision to have dropped O'Driscoll.

John Mitchell and Warren Gatland are old waikato team mates.

by kiakahaaotearoa Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:37 am

Mooligans.

by nathan Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:38 am

wales606 wrote:Roberts as the backs defensive lead could be crucial in this game

Dropping O'Driscoll was a risk, but not the controversy the media have made it out to be. JD2 has been excellent this series

i wouldn't agree with excellent, i'd say good is about right.

by **Ozzy3213** Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:40 am

Super pumped for this now.

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by nathan Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:42 am

nice touch by sky there with some messages from the players families.

by Guest Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:46 am

Laughing at Jonathan Davies' brother. Taking the p*ss somewhat! He's just signed a pro contract IIRC.

by BigTrevsbigmac Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:47 am

Appreciate the updates/comments chaps as although having a good time in Alsace. I have no live coverage.

by nathan Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:48 am

BigTrevsbigmac wrote:Appreciate the updates/comments chaps as although having a good time in Alsace. I have no live coverage.

will try my best!

by BigTrevsbigmac Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:50 am

nathan wrote:
BigTrevsbigmac wrote:Appreciate the updates/comments chaps as although having a good time in Alsace. I have no live coverage.

will try my best!

by nathan Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:52 am

just reading a bbc article from adam jones. Apparently richard hibbards nickname is Fatrick Swayze lol

by wales606 Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:52 am

Anyone else think McGeechan knows something?

I have a feeling that Gatland has something to pull out of the hat...

by nathan Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:54 am

wales606 wrote:Anyone else think McGeechan knows something?

I have a feeling that Gatland has something to pull out of the hat...

like what?

I think it's just the excitement that geech is smiling about.

by nathan Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:56 am

COME ON LIONS!

by doctor_grey Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:57 am

wales606 wrote:Anyone else think McGeechan knows something?

I have a feeling that Gatland has something to pull out of the hat...

you mean like Christian Wade?

by kiakahaaotearoa Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:59 am

He knows he has the best reputation and Gats is like Marmite. No sitting on the fence with him. Feeling that love and respect Id be smiling too. Very Happy

by Hookisms and Hyperbole Sat 06 Jul 2013, 10:59 am

Watching in a plebless pub in Bangor here. There are less than half than were here for the first test. A good handful want the Aussies to win.

by nathan Sat 06 Jul 2013, 11:01 am

today's live text commentary will be shamefully stolen from planet rugby as the BBC's is usually pants.

by nathan Sat 06 Jul 2013, 11:02 am

Hookisms and Hyperbole wrote:Watching in a plebless pub in Bangor here. There are less than half than were here for the first test. A good handful want the Aussies to win.

tell that handful of people to grow up!

Actually dont, dont want to start a brawl!

by Hookisms and Hyperbole Sat 06 Jul 2013, 11:04 am

Nathan, we are much too middle class for such vulgarities. I'm as disillusioned as the next person but I'm still supporting the Lions. I'm just not as invested as usual. Fingers crossed they can do it!

by Hookisms and Hyperbole Sat 06 Jul 2013, 11:05 am

Some very questionable versions of Advance Australia Fair. If you are doing to be a turncoat supporter at least learn the words.

by nathan Sat 06 Jul 2013, 11:06 am

Hookisms and Hyperbole wrote:Nathan, we are much too middle class for such vulgarities. I'm as disillusioned as the next person but I'm still supporting the Lions. I'm just not as invested as usual. Fingers crossed they can do it!

lol, glad to hear it!

by nathan Sat 06 Jul 2013, 11:06 am

knock on by genia from the kick off! scrum lions

by nathan Sat 06 Jul 2013, 11:07 am

TRY!!!!!!!!!!

Corbs scores a try from a free kick at the scrum!

by nobbled Sat 06 Jul 2013, 11:07 am

TRY!!!!! CORBS!!!

by RDSguru Sat 06 Jul 2013, 11:08 am

Get in...... corbs

by Hookisms and Hyperbole Sat 06 Jul 2013, 11:08 am

And they are all Lios supporters here again

by valtrepkos Sat 06 Jul 2013, 11:08 am

Yes Corbs!

by Guest Sat 06 Jul 2013, 11:09 am

LIONS!!!

by ospreysboyo Sat 06 Jul 2013, 11:09 am

CORBS!!!

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