What a game. Level of fitness had nothing to do with the first day. NZ players have grown in power.
They played a fitness game so to speak.
And, as a consequence of a mistake, they have their week off now.
That explains they were dedicated to play the game fully.
SA rugby are lucky they do not meet NZ in the quarters. Elimination otherwise.
Now, while NZ has managed so far themselves to reach peak form for the knock out stages, it might not be enough to overcome IR. NZ seemed feverish at start.
Much will depend on the first fifteen minutes, if IR secures a lead, going to be hard.
