BEBeeno1
Captain40,032 posts
BEBeeno1Captain40,032 posts
17 Jun 2017, 11:29#41
Justin Marshall says Lions will be formidable test. I think that is a fair comment. Lions appear to have the defensive skills to nullify ab backs. If they do that they could win.
MOMonsterBok
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MOMonsterBokClub Pro442 posts
17 Jun 2017, 11:32#42
Not expected,Nice to see the arrogant kiwi's getting a good old fashion smashing.
JWJust_win
Captain18,570 posts
JWJust_winCaptain18,570 posts
17 Jun 2017, 11:38#43
Congrats to the Lions. I only caught the last ten mins of the game but it sounds like the classic conservative game plan - well executed - won the day. Sorry to see the Maori AB team lose by this margin as they have a proud tradition.
DBDbDraad
Captain26,388 posts
DBDbDraadCaptain26,388 posts
17 Jun 2017, 12:12#44
JW, proud tradition yes, but I think they probably could have picked a stronger Maori team?...mabe keeping interest in the tour by picking a weaker than possible team?
JWJust_win
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JWJust_winCaptain18,570 posts
17 Jun 2017, 12:21#45
The team seemed strong before the game, especially in terms of the backs.
Sounds like Lions were able to impose their game plan and the conditions helped them do that. Plus, too many mistakes in dealing with the high ball contributed to the MAB woes. That's what the stats show & some of the articles.
BEBeeno1
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BEBeeno1Captain40,032 posts
17 Jun 2017, 12:36#46
It seemed strong before the game and looked pap by time game was finished. Lions were just too tough.One thing though I am not sure that the lions didn't lose momentum as the substitutes came on.At least ou JW in not blaming the ref like that unfortunate Hacked Waugh!
JWJust_win
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JWJust_winCaptain18,570 posts
17 Jun 2017, 13:19#47
I haven't watched the game yet Beeno, only reviewed stats and read articles. So I may yet "do a Beeno" and blame the ref.