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LIVE: Lions v Waratahs - Super Rugby Semifinal
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The Waratahs and Lions meet at Ellis Park for their all-important Super Rugby semi-final clash.
The last time these two met, the Lions handed the Waratahs a 29-0 loss in Sydney.
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Last weekend the Waratahs beat out the Highlanders 30-23 while the Lions sent the Jaguares packing 40-23.
The Lions are looking to make their third consecutive grand final appearance with a win, while the Waratahs are hoping to make the final in their first playoff appearance under Daryl Gibson.
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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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