26 November 2008

NZ Grand Slam in Sight

Although winning matches is nothing new for the New Zealand All Blacks, this weekend could bring them an acheivement they've only enjoyed twice before: a grand slam tour. Although an undefeatedtour is not uncommon (Australia and South Africa are on the verge of that feat as well), the grand slam occurs only when a side beats all four "Home Nations" from the British Isles (England, Ireland, Wales, and Scotland)in the same tour. The All blacks did it in 1978 and 2005, and they've picked a strong side in hopes of earning another this weekend.

Considering the possibilty of such a momentous event, we'll recap the tour in the form of Jed Thian's short and comedic Alternative Rugby Commentary preview videos (Caution: Rude language and profanity):

First, Scotland fell:


Next, Ireland succumbed:


Last weekend, NZ topped Wales:


Now, only England stands in the way. We'll see what happens:

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