The News Review:
- Rugby Union: South Africa beats Australia in Tri-Nations opener
- BBC SPRT / RUGBY LEAGUE
- BBC SPRT / RUGBY LEAGUE
Rugby Union: South Africa beats Australia in Tri-Nations opener
International Herald Tribune – Jun 17, 2007
ther surreal things have been played offstage during the last week. Jake White the Springbok coach was supposed to meet the country's president Thabo Mbeki on Friday but that was canceled after the Rugby Football Union hierarchy took umbrage because the invitation bypassed them. White a coach under pressure also had an acrimonious altercation with a journalist who was later punched by someone in the toilet of the pub where the argument took place. And stories pile up concerning 10 Boks who contemplate offers to play in Britain or Europe for fortunes they could never earn in Africa.
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BBC News – Jun 17, 2007
But Vainikolo who moves to Gloucester rugby union at the end of the month got onto the scoreboard late on when he converted Paul Deacon’s try. Newton was in devastating form with three tries in 12 minutes which killed off Hull’s chances. Vainikolo’s replacement Tame Tupou also scored his first Super League try. 606: DEBATE " " KC Although Bulls started the livelier Vainikolo and Newton both began the game with knock-ons and Hull capitalised with Motu Tony racing clear for his side’s opening try.
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BBC News – Jun 17, 2007
Teenage winger Chris Riley scored two of the Wolves’ five tries for only their third win in their last 11 league and cup matches. Jon Clarke and Chris Leikvoll went over early only for Ned Catic to hit back before the break. Brent Grose responded on the hour in between Riley’s efforts while Waine Pryce’s score was little consolation. Warrington coach Paul Cullen “We have kept our heads down and worked hard.