England V Papua New Guniea
England go into this game red hot favourites, a bit like the conditions in Townsville. The weather forcast tommorows game will definatly suit the Papuans. A minimum temperature of 23°C (73°F) awaits England as the sun sets at 18:17 EST, only 22 minutes after sheduled kick off. But despite the hype surrounding the weather and if England will be able to withstand it, this game should be a walkover. Tony Smith has insisted time and time again the preparations are right for the tournament and every last detail has been discussed and organised. There are no excuses for losing.
Prediction: England by 30
Scotland V France
In Canberra, the conditions will be slightly cooler compared to Townsville. France will have the upper hand with a team full of Catalan players, compared to a side that has a large proporation not playing first grade. Look out for Thomas Bosc and Danny Brough, as both have had fantastic domestic seasons and both will be wanting to get one over the other. If France take out Brough, the Scots going to struggle big time. Size, power and overall experience will put the Fench ahead of their opponents.
Prediction: France by 18
Australia V New Zealand
From an English point of view, its a case of finding the lesser evil. Both sides have a strong squad, but usually Australia absorb the mind games and use it as motivation. If New Zealand hadn't learnt their lesson last year, they will do this time. Former Wigan and New Zealand coach, Graeam Lowe, came out recently and said Petero Civoniceva and Steve Price look old and out of gas. The Australians are like wasps, intimidate them and they will sting. Even Benji Marshall's magic cannot prevent this Kiwi loss.
Prediction: Australia by 20
Tonga V Ireland
Ireland go into this game, and indeed the group, as the whipping boys. Tonga have recruited a decent squad that can potentially get them out of the group. Ireland's key players seem to be Pat Richards, Stuart Littler, Eamon O'Carroll and Michael McIlorum. Compare that to Fraiser Anderson, Richard Fa'aoso and Michael Jennings, its not really a contest.
Prediction: Tonga by 44
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1 comment:
Not the best tips ever, mate.
I had Ireland down for a victory by 8 for what it's worth - I'd have had it, too, had Mike PRATT not been on the twatting pitch!
It's pembo, btw lol x
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