The Wallabies Release New Rugby World Cup Ads, Coach Eddie Jones Shows Off Acting Skills

The Wallabies have released two quality Rugby World CupEddie Jones showing off his acting chops. The ads feature Jones knocking on doors and jotting down the doubts of Australians in his notebook. “The Wallabies, we love proving dads wrong,” Jones says.

Wallabies’ History at the MCG

This year marks the sixth time the Bledisloe Cup will be played in Melbourne, and the fourth time at the MCG. The Wallabies have had two victories at the MCG so far – 24-16 in 1998 and 20-15 in 2007. Other venues where the Wallabies have played Bledisloe Cup matches include SCG in 1979 and 1980.

All Blacks’ Favoritism and Rugby Championship Title

The All Blacks are considered the favorites in the upcoming Bledisloe Cup match. Bookmakers have them as red-hot favorites, with Australia paying odds of $7.50 with one leading outlet. A victory for the All Blacks would also ensure their retention of the Rugby Championship title. This would be their 20th Tri-Nations/Rugby Championship title since 1996 and a third consecutive triumph.

According to a report by Wwos.nine.com.au, the Kiwis have a 75% win rate in the tournament overall and have won 20 games less than the other three teams combined (NZ: 119, RSA: 55, AUS: 55, ARG: 9).

Anticipation for the Bledisloe Cup Opener at MCG

Wallabies co-captain James Slipper expressed his excitement to play on the MCG surface, with a crowd of at least 80,000 expected for the Bledisloe Cup opener. Slipper referred to the MCG as one of the world’s greatest stadiums and emphasized the team’s eagerness to put on a performance that would make the Melbourne public proud.

Favorable Conditions and Absence of Key Players

Conditions in Melbourne for the match are forecasted to be promising for running rugby, with no rain and a temperature of 16 degrees. However, both teams will be missing their regular leaders as Wallabies co-captain Michael Hooper is out with a calf injury, and All Blacks captain Sam Cane has a neck strain.

New Lineups and Expectations

Wallabies coach Eddie Jones has made seven changes to the lineup for the match, hoping for a turnaround after losses to South Africa and Argentina. Meanwhile, the All Blacks have a stable selection, suggesting confidence in their strongest team. A victory for New Zealand would secure their 21st consecutive Bledisloe Cup win.

Controversy Surrounding Eddie Jones

Former Wallabies coach John ‘Knuckles’ Connolly launched a pre-match attack on current Wallabies coach Eddie Jones. Connolly criticized Jones’ leadership abilities and referred to his return as a “bloody disaster.” Jones has led teams to two Rugby World Cup finals but has faced criticism for his performance.

Challenges for the Wallabies

While Jones projects confidence in the Wallabies’ ability to beat the All Blacks, their recent performances and the All Blacks’ dominant wins in the Rugby Championship suggest a challenging task ahead for Australia. Jones has made several changes to the lineup in search of a winning combination.

Key Takeaway

The Wallabies have released new Rugby World Cup ads featuring coach Eddie Jones. The upcoming Bledisloe Cup match at the MCG holds historical significance for both teams. The All Blacks are favored to win and secure the Rugby Championship title. The Wallabies face challenges after losses in previous matches, and coach Eddie Jones faces criticism from former Wallabies coach John Connolly.

• The Wallabies have won two Bledisloe Cup matches at the MCG.
• The All Blacks can secure their 21st consecutive Bledisloe Cup win with a victory.
• New Zealand has a 75% win rate in the Rugby Championship tournament overall.
• The Wallabies have made seven changes to the lineup for the upcoming match.
• The Wallabies seek their first win of the season after losses to South Africa and Argentina.