Here is my half time talk. The Aussie 8 and 6 have to take out Luatua. Don't care how dirty it is. Luatua goes and Ritchie has to play 80 and it brings Cane on the field. the Aussie league team would not hesitate and we are not above it either. Genia to trust his 1st 5 - he is too aware he is playing with a rookie and isn't trusting him enough get the ball out quickly and crisply. Smith is outplaying you. Tell JOC to stay on his fucking wing in defence he has let in two tries by himself. Aussie 6 and 8 to man up and start contributing - they are passengers at the moment while Hooper is walking on water. He has set up a try and stopped Conrad smith from scoring.
Just me or was that terrible defence from the Aussie full back? New Zealand look like running in tries every time they get the ball in Aussie territory.
Only extra point I have is that with Aussie down 29-19 - they were hot on attack and the ABs flopped over the ball and gave away a professional foul and 3 points instead of 7. Stopped the golds from getting momentum.
It would help if they could find anyone in Australia who can play in the tight 5. They have no engine room.
Didn't see it 'cos I'm watching T20 finals day, but it looks as if the scoreline flatters Oz, if anything. Looks as if NZ missed quite a few pots at goal. Puts the Loins' efforts into perspective too. Welcome to the kitchen Mr McKenzie.