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Force beat Kings in try-fest with futures under threat
By Nicholas McGee
Western Force overcame Southern Kings 46-41 in a Super Rugby match between two teams whose futures appear under threat.
Shortly after the game in Perth, Super Rugby's governing body SANZAAR confirmed the competition is to be trimmed from 18 to 15 sides.
Both Force and Kings are thought to be in danger of being expunged, but that did not prevent them from putting on a show in a 12-try thriller at nib Stadium.
Malcolm Jaer scored a hat-trick for Kings as both teams recorded six tries, but the Force's play with the boot made the difference as they made five conversions to the visitors' four and also added two penalties.
@westernforce Dave WesseIs "I hope that we live to fight another day and can fulfil our potential" #SeaofBlue #FORvKIN
— Western Force (@westernforce) April 9, 2017
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The New Zealand performance in the return fixture in 2016 was filthy. A lot of Irish supporters were pretty shocked by it, viewed it as de facto cheating just to avoid another defeat.
Also shocked by the abuse to Ireland, captain, vice-captain and spectators after the full time whistle in Paris defeat, last match.
Sledging is sledging, but that happens during the game and targetting spectators should be completely out of bounds.
The Irish public used to enjoy these matches, even in defeat. Now they are necessary but unpleasant, because NZ apparently cannot accept or respect successful challengers.
Go to commentsThanks for the analysis Nick, thought provoking as usual. Couple of queries though, in the pic where you've circled Williams bind , I'm pretty sure it shows Stuart's knee on the ground, surely that's a NZ penalty? Also having had the chance to watch it again the All Black scrum seeems to improve after halftime, but before either England or the All Blacks replace their props. Not sure if that was the result of Tuipolutu coming on or some halftime tips. Either way this is only Williams second international season, so he'll be better for the experience.
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