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<blockquote data-quote="toup" data-source="post: 150733"><p>I think the 'massive favourites' tag which has been forced on the aussies is a little unfair. On recent form, sure, they have been the far more impressive of the two sides, but as mentioned above, Barnes will have to face up to the vastly more experienced Wilkinson, which undoubtedly puts even pressure on him on top of the favourites tag.</p><p></p><p>Whilst dominance at the set piece certainly doesn't guarantee victory, it may just be enough to keep England in with a fighting chance, and let Jonny keep chipping away at the points.</p><p></p><p>For me, the Farrell selection is a very controversial one, but after Barkley's performance in the last game, it is no surprise. It's time for Faz to step up to the mark and prove himself to his detractors.</p><p></p><p>I am still not going to entertain too many thoughts about an England win, but I think it's far from the foregone conclusion which many are expecting.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="toup, post: 150733"] I think the 'massive favourites' tag which has been forced on the aussies is a little unfair. On recent form, sure, they have been the far more impressive of the two sides, but as mentioned above, Barnes will have to face up to the vastly more experienced Wilkinson, which undoubtedly puts even pressure on him on top of the favourites tag. Whilst dominance at the set piece certainly doesn't guarantee victory, it may just be enough to keep England in with a fighting chance, and let Jonny keep chipping away at the points. For me, the Farrell selection is a very controversial one, but after Barkley's performance in the last game, it is no surprise. It's time for Faz to step up to the mark and prove himself to his detractors. I am still not going to entertain too many thoughts about an England win, but I think it's far from the foregone conclusion which many are expecting. [/QUOTE]
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