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Former Wallaby Vickerman dies aged 37
By Dejan Kalinic
Former Australia, Brumbies and Waratahs lock Dan Vickerman has died at the age of 37.
Vickerman played 63 Tests for the Wallabies, the last of which was the 2011 Rugby World Cup semi-final against New Zealand.
The South Africa-born lock died in Sydney overnight.
"The rugby world is in shock today after news of the tragic passing of Dan Vickerman," Australian Rugby Union chief executive Bill Pulver said.
"Dan was an uncompromising competitor who forged a wonderful international rugby career despite a number of injury setbacks along the way.
"He was an enforcer on the field and a much-loved character off the field. He cared deeply about the game and the players, helping players transition into life after rugby in his role with RUPA [Rugby Union Players' Association] following his retirement.
"Our thoughts and prayers are with Dan's family at this extremely difficult time."
Vickerman made his Super Rugby debut with Brumbies in 2001 before signing for Waratahs three years later.
In 2008, he left Australia for England to study at Cambridge University, before returning and re-joining Waratahs in 2011.
He retired due to injuries a year later. He leaves behind a wife and two children.
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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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