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Title: Six Nations 2015
Post by: Colwyn on August 22, 2014, 14:38:19 PM
Yes, I know it is a long way off. But, I now have a daughter and son-in-law who live in Edinburgh and who, after a fairly hefty hint I dropped, decided to invite us to stay with them in February. Which timing, just by coincidence you understand, happens to coincide with the Scotland v Wales match at Murratfield. We all got our tickets today. Whoopee! Cymru Am Byth!
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: jondo on August 22, 2014, 17:40:09 PM
Ah yes....that well known stadium named after the well known Ottoman naval commander Murat Reis!!!! He was a bit off track when he sailed up the Firth of Forth!

Can't wait myself either, Colwyn, for the tournament to start. A little warm up for the big one later in the year!
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: Colwyn on August 22, 2014, 18:08:21 PM
Quote from: jondo on August 22, 2014, 17:40:09 PM
Murat Reis!!!!
I am hoping for More Tries!!!!
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: Colwyn on February 02, 2015, 18:33:47 PM
It opens on Friday. What are the prospects? England have loads of injuries. Can they afford to lose them. Wales team already announced and it looks to me like the strongest we could put on the pitch against England. Scotland did unexpectedly well in the Autumn. But Ireland were outstanding and must start as favourites. France? Can anybody ever tell? And Italy, everybody's favourite second team and all hoping they'll get some wins - against anybody but their own team. A grand year of rugby coming!
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: jondo on February 03, 2015, 15:33:45 PM
I have to agree with you Colwyn on all that. Wales are now a cohesive unit with, at last, a half back pairing to take on any team. With almost the best choice pack (not sure Jones won't be missed) and the talent of the backs I can't see England winning. England were lacking ideas v the All Blacks on 14 Nov but at last they are forced to ignore Farrell, Ford is a real fly half and so they will have chances. BUT......the Millenium Stadium factor is going to be the 16th man for Wales! It's just not fair... :(
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: Colwyn on February 04, 2015, 09:27:05 AM
My (English) daughter sent me this trailer banned by BBC as "inappropriate".

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UmkbJlYx1v8&app=desktop

Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: jondo on February 04, 2015, 14:34:37 PM
Ridiculous! Rugby is the one sport where you can get away with that kind of thing. And the English would be all the more motivated by the unity of their opposition. And we'll all enjoy a pint and a joke together afterwards.
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: Colwyn on February 04, 2015, 17:09:05 PM
Quote from: jondo on February 03, 2015, 15:33:45 PM
......the Millenium Stadium factor is going to be the 16th man for Wales! It's just not fair... :(
England have nullified the Millenium factor. They have been training to the accompaniment of loud music. I kid you not!
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: davybill on February 05, 2015, 08:58:39 AM
Yes Colwyn the loud music is Sweet Chariots, C,mon England ;D ;D ;D HaHa
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: Colwyn on February 06, 2015, 13:27:36 PM
I learned something today. In 1905 the Welsh Rugby Union, preparing for an international match against the All Blacks, decided to counter the Haka by singing Wales' (then unofficial) national anthem - Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau (The Land of my Fathers). In doing so Wales became the first country in the world to start a sporting event with a national anthem. Well, well.
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: scorcher on February 06, 2015, 13:44:28 PM
Should things turn out differently for the Welsh favourites might I point you in the direction of Mastermind etc on BBC2 from 8.00 this evening. Just saying Colwyn.....
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: yabanci on February 06, 2015, 22:03:03 PM
Well played England.Great comeback.  :)
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: Lotty on February 06, 2015, 22:07:17 PM
Oh yes!! ;D
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: Highlander on February 06, 2015, 22:25:04 PM
Outplayed Wales, who were poor, in the second half  :(.

That having been said, Robshaw's behaviour before kick off was a disgrace

Depressed.com   :)
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: davybill on February 07, 2015, 08:35:54 AM
Yes the Sweet Chariots are rocking today,
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: Colwyn on February 07, 2015, 09:25:44 AM
England cheated by bringing two entirely different teams who happened to look the same. Good win for them though.


Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: Jacqui Harvey on February 07, 2015, 21:46:16 PM
Phil watched it, even though he was neutral, he enjoyed the match, but being Irish he enjoyed today's match.
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: kevin3 on February 07, 2015, 22:54:10 PM
Some good Rugby played today, pleasure to watch.
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: Colwyn on February 08, 2015, 12:13:39 PM
Well I was able to relax and enjoy the rugby yesterday - and pretty good stuff it was too. Italy were a lot better than the score suggested with Ireland scoring their tries when Italy were down to 14 men. Pity that Italy were denied their try at the end with the TMO being able to see that a part of one of Parisse's  fingernails had brushed past the ball. The France-Scotland match was a cracking one with France finally battering down Scotland who should, nevertheless, be pleased with their performance.

I'm off to Murrayfield next week; yippee!
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: yabanci on February 14, 2015, 17:30:50 PM
The Chariot rumbles on.  :)
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: Colwyn on February 17, 2015, 14:24:18 PM
Great atmosphere at Murrayfield and perfect conditions for an exciting match. I had a grand day.

The Anthems Through Firework Smoke

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a138/ColwynJones/Rugby1_zpsyd3pgwbc.jpg)

The Pipers Leave the Field

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a138/ColwynJones/Rugby2_zpsxfglqamn.jpg)

Daffodils Enjoying the Winter Sunshine

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a138/ColwynJones/Rugby3_zpsgaysgzmw.jpg)

I'd Like to See This More Consistently -
Wales Win a Lineout

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a138/ColwynJones/Rugby4_zpsouh15a2e.jpg)

 
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: Colwyn on March 14, 2015, 16:35:38 PM
Wales 23 Ireland 16
Wow! Wonderful. Wonderful. Wonderful. What a game! The Scott Williams try shows just how fast players at this level think. Your opponent starts to take half a step to right and you are straight through on his left in a flash. Very similar to the Jonathan Davis try against Scotland.

Now on to England v Scotland. Best of luck Scotland - you'll need it.
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: davybill on March 15, 2015, 08:59:14 AM
England beat Scotland ,22-15 to go top of the six nations,
after a slow start, and a gutsy show from the scots.
it will be a realy interesting finish, with 3 teams on the same points. ;D ;D ;D :'(
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: Highlander on March 21, 2015, 20:55:37 PM
What a day !!!!!

Congratulations to Ireland, hard luck England (I suppose  ;) but a huge, big thank you to Wales for the finest 40 minutes of attacking rugby that was an absolute privilege to watch.

As for France I cannot bring myself to congratulate them for running the ball after time was up

I have no comment on Scotland due to the Forum's bad language rules.

Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: scorcher on March 22, 2015, 08:21:24 AM
It's interesting that the pursuit of points resulted in such a different approach to playing methods. I agree that it was a fantastic Saturday and felt the game itself was the ultimate winner.
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: Colwyn on March 22, 2015, 10:12:31 AM
A spectacular day. Well done Ireland.
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: Scunner on March 22, 2015, 11:04:49 AM
Quote from: scorcher on March 22, 2015, 08:21:24 AM
It's interesting that the pursuit of points resulted in such a different approach to playing methods.


Yes I thought that too. I wonder if football would be a better game if the whole league was decided on how many goals a team scored throughout the season  :)
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: Colwyn on March 22, 2015, 11:08:46 AM
He's been working very hard recently, you know. Just let him sit quietly in the corner for a while until he is feeling better.
Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: davybill on March 22, 2015, 13:55:17 PM
Yes the points system really made good attacking games, very close finish.
Well done Ireland,

Title: Re: Six Nations 2015
Post by: Colwyn on March 22, 2015, 14:04:33 PM
Another amazing transformation last week was the Wales v Ireland game. Wales gave away a hatful of penalties in the first half until the referee was exasperated, sent one person off, and made it very clear he would send off as many as committed fouls if this carried on. In the second half the Irish launched the greatest sustained attack only yards from the Welsh line that went through 34 rebutted phases - and not a single penalty conceded by Wales. In the end it was the Irish who were penalized.


Why isn't that sort a discipline standard for each match? The opposition would only need kickers for conversions and the occasional drop goal.