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BREAKING NEWS: Argentina regret entering The Rugby Championship

"I know we spent years and years banging on about joining a major annual world event," said Pumas' captain Juan Martin Fernandez Lobbe. "But, honestly? We never thought anyone would actually listen and let us in. Most of us were happy kicking back and enjoying our summer a bit longer than other international players. Sure, we may have had the odd little tour, but that wasn't the same as being in a proper, straight-up tournament. There was always time for beers and fun."

For the full story: http://www.espnscrum.com/the-rugby-championship/rugby/story/168858.html

Joubert carries out near flawless coronation ceremony

The IRB and referee Craig Joubert have proudly performed a near flawless coronation ceremony of New Zealand as world champions. 

On a glourious Sunday night in Eden Park, the All Blacks were guided towards the 2011 World Cup title in an exciting coronation ceremony in which the illusion of a genuine contest was presented to millions of armchair fans around the world.

There was only one minor hitch during the ceremony  when, possibly out of nerves, Joubert accidently penalised New Zealand captain Richie McCaw for an infringement.  The incredulous look on McCaw’s face spoke volumes of the flanker’s displeasure.  However, normal service was resumed and the rest of the ceremony passed without incident. 

Friends, rugby fans, Saracens, lend me your ears...

Best interview ever. 

Seriously, The East Terrace wishes more rugby interviews were like this. Then they would be worth watching.

 

 Worthy of the Good Solder Švejk?

 

South Africa introduce new quota system for team selection

The East Terrace's latest news article is now online on www.scrum.com.

We reveal the controversial new quota system being introduced for the selection of South Africa national sides. The shockwaves are going to change the game forever.

For a direct link to the story visit: http://www.scrum.com/lionstour/rugby/story/98504.html