mrclough Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 As much as it pains me to say it I think the shufflers oops I mean Aussies will take it this year. I don't mind that, just as long as we retain The Ashes, which is really the thorn in an Aussie's side! To be fair, even if they win the cricket, they still never get the "ashes" lol. They only win an empty cup, the real ones stay put. Back on topic though, can't wait for it to get started in a few hours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uptheos Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 As much as it pains me to say it I think the shufflers oops I mean Aussies will take it this year. I don't mind that, just as long as we retain The Ashes, which is really the thorn in an Aussie's side! To be fair, even if they win the cricket, they still never get the "ashes" lol. They only win an empty cup, the real ones stay put. Back on topic though, can't wait for it to get started in a few hours. Aren't World Cups exciting! Seems people who never watch sports, get involved in the WC, I guess it's a nationalistic thing. I like you're quote about The Ashes trophy, which has never left Lords. That little replica the Aussies parade around on a bus, was made by some guy using matchsticks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaimiller Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 (edited) As much as it pains me to say it I think the shufflers oops I mean Aussies will take it this year. I don't mind that, just as long as we retain The Ashes, which is really the thorn in an Aussie's side! To be fair, even if they win the cricket, they still never get the "ashes" lol. They only win an empty cup, the real ones stay put. Back on topic though, can't wait for it to get started in a few hours. Aren't World Cups exciting! Seems people who never watch sports, get involved in the WC, I guess it's a nationalistic thing. I like you're quote about The Ashes trophy, which has never left Lords. That little replica the Aussies parade around on a bus, was made by some guy using matchsticks. When/if they win anything, they are still HMP Australia so every thing belongs to England anyway Edited September 9, 2011 by thaimiller Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alfieconn Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 (edited) I don't mind that, just as long as we retain The Ashes, which is really the thorn in an Aussie's side! To be fair, even if they win the cricket, they still never get the "ashes" lol. They only win an empty cup, the real ones stay put. Back on topic though, can't wait for it to get started in a few hours. Aren't World Cups exciting! Seems people who never watch sports, get involved in the WC, I guess it's a nationalistic thing. I like you're quote about The Ashes trophy, which has never left Lords. That little replica the Aussies parade around on a bus, was made by some guy using matchsticks. When/if they win anything, they are still HMP Australia so every thing belongs to England anyway Yep, there's never been a true aussie who's won an international sports event, oh except for Evonne Goolagong Edited September 9, 2011 by alfieconn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangkokhatter Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 Can someone tell me where the above mentioned bars are located ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miltonbentley Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 Can someone tell me where the above mentioned bars are located ? UN Irish Pub is on Ratchwithi Road in the Old City - without doubt the best place to watch rugby in CM. Enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atmos Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 RWC opening ceremony live now on http://p2pstation.net/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaimiller Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 RWC opening ceremony live now on http://p2pstation.net/ or on Star sports like most people will watch it on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atmos Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 well, yes - if I had Star sports as a cable option I'd be watching it there; the feed I provided is Astro SuperSport 3 just trying to help; it's free, and a good quality feed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miltonbentley Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 Bit of a worry when the commentary switched to Thai but all fixed. Flashback to last year but it seems we have dual language yay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atmos Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 (edited) or for pc today, presume they'll work for other matches (?) http://www.asssportstv.net/p/ch-1.html (nz commentary) http://www.hitsports.net/ (oz commentary) http://www.hqfooty.com/channel2.html (uk) http://bliner-ppv.bl...p/blinertv.html (uk) Edited September 9, 2011 by Atmos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaimiller Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 Good start for the hosts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iainiain101 Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 got this from the Holiday Inn... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uptheos Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 (edited) got this from the Holiday Inn... I bet it's nice, but somehow the Rugby World Cup lends itself so somewhere a bit more 'blood and gutsy'. Like my place. Edited September 9, 2011 by uptheos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uptheos Posted September 10, 2011 Share Posted September 10, 2011 [ The tournament is 2 years too early for England IMHO, Maybe after today's display, you should add a zero? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murrinman Posted September 10, 2011 Share Posted September 10, 2011 whats with wearing all blacks colours is that how your going to do it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uptheos Posted September 10, 2011 Share Posted September 10, 2011 whats with wearing all blacks colours is that how your going to do it The way we played mate - it was suitable.....for mourning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atmos Posted September 10, 2011 Share Posted September 10, 2011 (edited) Scotland, France, England all big disappointments today - puts their warm-up games into perspective. See how Wales does tomorrow v SA, and Ireland v Oz next weekend. Wales will need to pick up their game to avoid a hiding based on the other Euro teams' performances. Sunday 11 Sept (Thai times) 10.30am Australia v Italy Auckland 1.00pm Ireland v USA New Plymouth 3.30pm South Africa v Wales Wellington Edited September 10, 2011 by Atmos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uptheos Posted September 10, 2011 Share Posted September 10, 2011 Scotland, France, England all big disappointments today - puts their warm-up games into perspective. See how Wales does tomorrow v SA, and Ireland v Oz next weekend. Wales will need to pick up their game to avoid a hiding based on the other Euro teams' performances. Sunday 11 Sept (Thai times) 10.30am Australia v Italy Auckland 1.00pm Ireland v USA New Plymouth 3.30pm South Africa v Wales Wellington I'd back Italy against the Aussies if it was a style contest. Looking forward to seeing how the Springboks play - they are the dark horses IMO and they have been together for some time. You can never write of Wales though........ that Barry John, Gareth Edwards and JPR are some players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saan Posted September 10, 2011 Share Posted September 10, 2011 Half Moon Bar, Moon Muang, Soi 2, are also showing the Rugby on a big screen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolf5370 Posted September 10, 2011 Share Posted September 10, 2011 Scotland, France, England all big disappointments today - puts their warm-up games into perspective. See how Wales does tomorrow v SA, and Ireland v Oz next weekend. Wales will need to pick up their game to avoid a hiding based on the other Euro teams' performances. Sunday 11 Sept (Thai times) 10.30am Australia v Italy Auckland 1.00pm Ireland v USA New Plymouth 3.30pm South Africa v Wales Wellington I'd back Italy against the Aussies if it was a style contest. Looking forward to seeing how the Springboks play - they are the dark horses IMO and they have been together for some time. You can never write of Wales though........ that Barry John, Gareth Edwards and JPR are some players. General concesus seems to be that SA are just too old - but so was England back in 2003 (with a few youngsters like a certain Jonny)! I agree, we can't write them off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrclough Posted September 10, 2011 Share Posted September 10, 2011 Well, England got off lucky in their opening match. It was probably the toughest game of their group though to be fair and they always struggle against Argentina. Looking forward to SA v Wales though, should be a good match. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uptheos Posted September 10, 2011 Share Posted September 10, 2011 Well, England got off lucky in their opening match. It was probably the toughest game of their group though to be fair and they always struggle against Argentina. Looking forward to SA v Wales though, should be a good match. Never been the same since Ratin got sent off in 66........oops wrong game. Yeah, I know there's something about Argentina that makes us lose focus.........wonder what it could be? South Africa v Wales is an intriguing fixture, looking forward to it too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miltonbentley Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 England won ugly that's for sure. I enjoyed the France v Japan game. Japan played very well for a large part of the game. I love it when the minnows raise their game and refuse to be walked all over. Some great games today as well Australia v Italy - Australia to show they are genuine contenders Ireland v USA - Ireland to scrape a tough win South Africa v Wales - Wales to spring a surprise Enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atmos Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 and before their match with Ireland later today: US World Cup team commemorate 9/11 in New Plymouth 12:13 PM Sunday Sep 11, 2011 Players from the American Eagles rugby team joined nearly 1,000 others Sunday morning at a memorial service in the town of New Plymouth, New Zealand. The team is in the country to play in the Rugby World Cup tournament. U.S. ambassador David Huebner also attended the service at St. Andrews church. more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldeBellPedr Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 Can someone tell me where the above mentioned bars are located ? The Olde Bell is located on Loi Kroh Rd: the main road that runs from the moat to the Night Bazaar. It is next door to the Raming Lodge Hotel and behind the yellow exchange booth. The atmosphere yesterday was amazing: 60 rugby fans all enjoying the games- a bit quiet during the England game -you could cut the tension with a knife!! I don't expect quite so many today, which might be a good thing as we struggled to cope yesterday. Anyway there will be some good games and everyone is welcome! This world cup always had the potential to be a great world cup - especially for us in Thailand, the timings are so much more agreeable than in many recent world cups. The games yesterday showed there has been a levelling off in world rugby -even the so called minnows peformed well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atmos Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 Halftime in the Ireland-Taranaki game, my once hometown of New Plymouth; disappointing weather - here's how it looks on a good day, with Mt Taranaki (2518m) in the background (it's not really that close, a trick of the camera!) Two more matches to play in New Plymouth, maybe one will be fine weather - the battle of the super-powers Russia v USA on Thursday 15th, and Wales v Namibia Monday 26th Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uptheos Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 (edited) Halftime in the Ireland-Taranaki game, my once hometown of New Plymouth; disappointing weather - here's how it looks on a good day, with Mt Taranaki (2518m) in the background (it's not really that close, a trick of the camera!) Two more matches to play in New Plymouth, maybe one will be fine weather - the battle of the super-powers Russia v USA on Thursday 15th, and Wales v Namibia Monday 26th Stunning background. The stadium as it is looks in your picture, looks like the stadiums in Australia when England last played there for The Ashes..........the Aussies all went on holiday. OK back to the rugby on the sofa. Edited September 11, 2011 by uptheos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrclough Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 and before their match with Ireland later today: US World Cup team commemorate 9/11 in New Plymouth 12:13 PM Sunday Sep 11, 2011 Players from the American Eagles rugby team joined nearly 1,000 others Sunday morning at a memorial service in the town of New Plymouth, New Zealand. The team is in the country to play in the Rugby World Cup tournament. U.S. ambassador David Huebner also attended the service at St. Andrews church. more Memory of a thrashing before and after the game then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atmos Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 ^ tasteless, pointless, can you just f off to another thread, please. ***************** next matches - Wednesday Sept 14 9.30am Samoa v Namibia, Rotorua 12.00 Tonga v Canada, Whangarei 2.30pm Scotland v Georgia, Invercargill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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