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Points difference in the New Zealand v Argentina semi final = 38 Points difference in all the other 7 matches at the business end = 28 It was a very enjoyable tournament. Having watched a lot of the group matches and every one since then, I feel quite tired !

I don't think we could have asked much more from England, but I don't think we got any more than we hoped for. I feel sorry for Ireland, they were good enough to win this.

Not sure what to make of it, but anything that gives the emerging nations a chance is initially met with favour here.

And the Rugby World Cup in 2003 (plus 3 additional finals)

Once I told a Scots colleague that I have no grudge and like to see them winning. I was told I was condescending. You can never get it right. That said, much of my work is based in Scotland and I've never felt antipathy. Most folk, as usual, are in the middle and don't really care for ancient...

There is no evidence of that. I thought the ref was fine. Ben O'Keeffe is a very good official. Being a Kiwi it would have been in his best interests for England to go through had he been so inclined. But he isn't. You said as proven by Ireland, but Wayne Barnes refereed that game and O'Keefe...

England did a lot more of that tonight. But it was mostly due to conditions. It was never going to be a pretty game.

Bugger. Found the Achilles Heal and went for it.

Crouch, touch, engage.. Actually, that may be the annual orgy.

That is a serious red card offence. Firstly he didn't wrap properly, and secondly it was a tip tackle. A ban incoming. The bizarre thing is that an ugly affair becomes comical with the two dressed as French revolutionaries.

We could do a sweepstake on how long Tom Curry lasts.

No I agree mate, England can only beat who is front of them. This weekend's games were so enjoyable. But I really feel that the best teams in the tournament by far, France, Ireland, South Africa and New Zealand, were done by the draw. And it's all because of that draw being made three years...

Quote of the tournament as Lawes is bundled into touch by two Fijians who would make the toughest bouncers think twice 'And Courtney Lawes is escorted of the premises' Real 'lol' moment.

Feels like it. I think England must be one of the most unworthy semi-finalists for some time. I'd rather play the Saffers than the French. More physical game that would suit us better. But this is still a huge mountain to climb. Epic set of Quarter Finals. I was able to avoid the internet and...

Ah, yes. I forgot our Pete was on an extended jolly over there. Have you got tickets for France v New Zealand, sorry, I meant the final ? (same thing) Keep the pictures coming.

Absolutely heartbreaking for Ireland. They were so un-Irish in that first twenty minutes but had the opportunities. It really is a shame. The absurdity of the draw conspired against them (I read it's changing to one year out next time) and they just didn't get the breaks. This was an Ireland...

Indeed, exciting times ahead. The business end.

Georgia have won the second tier championship in 13 of the last 15 years. Romania won the other two and have been the bridesmaid on loads of occasions. I think it's rotten that these nations aren't given an avenue to the top table. As I've said before, I'm not very partisan in Rugby. I probably...

Yes, although Georgia would likely be the strongest candidate. They should have been playing at a higher level some time ago. Rugby is Georgia's national sport.

Interesting that the four Six Nations teams are all favourites for the Quarter Finals. An Ireland victory over New Zealand would be quite something. But if any nation aside of France can do it, it's them.