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Post Match Discussion Springboks-Australia

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u/enter_names Flair Up! 4d ago

I feel like this game needs context.

The boks were under pressure from last week with everything to lose and very little to gain from today (apart from log points obviously). Aus had the exact opposite. The mental graft to get a win today was always going to be the limiting factor. You can see that with how we never hesitated to get kick for polls compared to our mindset last week. I think the next week off will allow for a reset going into a massive game V the abs.

Also, Aus have come a long way from last year. They have the pace and youth to move the ball and find space. The first try was a great grabber from nick white but our backfield was asleep. Similar to the 2nd.

This performance can be rectified defensively but I suspect we’re struggling on managing our spacing in the backfield. We also seem to be struggling with unnecessary penalties and slipping off tackles. All of these issues hint at a bit of a confidence issue or nerves. Rassie has shown his ability to get the boys to bounce back and I think the win gives us a platform to build from.

I’m not convinced we’ll come away with a win in NZ but I don’t think it’s as dire as the comments section seems to be indicating. The bulk of this squad have been through worse and come out the other end, I suspect this may be a blimp and some under preparation from the coaching and players as I think everyone had one eye on NZ so the shock of last week kinda fucked the plans up.

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u/Careless-Cat3327 Flair Up! 4d ago

1st try was nick wright quick thinking at his best.

2nd try was our 15 being completely out of position & Moodie trying to cover & failing.

Aus are hyenas. Any small mistake they will pounce on. Like Eben trying to throw a hospital pass to prevent the lineout & Australia turning it into an attacking platform.

I don't see 2 wins in NZ.

A lot of our problems are related to management decisions.  The bench usage today is a massive one.  5:3 split when the loose trio was absolutely shot at 60 minutes.

Andre is a good player but he's not a flanker. It worked Vs Italy but they aren't a top 6 team for a reason.