Agree on most things. After the quarters the ABs are #1 favourite among the semifinalists. But in the knockout stage everything can happen. Have Habana gone mad and let him score 2-3 tries and the Springboks have a good chance to play the final at Twickenham.
What to expect from this one? An...
I wouldn´t be surprised if we face a semifinal with only teams from the southern hemisphere. South Africa is likely to win Pool B, while I think Australia will win Pool A, although I will cheer for Wales. They´ve impressed me the most since they have had to overcome so many injuries so far...
Wouldn´t be so sure. Maybe they surprise you positively this time. I think in their place I would be quite motivated after the Japan-Waterloo, eager to show everyone the real Springbok team.
Of course Samoa probably sees its chance to win for the first time and will be even more motivated than...
SA underestimated Japan. That won´t happen anymore.
I just hoped, that Japan would be rewarded for their unbelievably great game and fighting spirit. It worked. Just great. :cheers: