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A Clash of Titans: The All Blacks vs. Wallabies in the Bledisloe Cup Finale The Bledisloe Cup finale between the All Blacks and Australia stands as a significant chapter in rugby history, showcasing a rivalry steeped in tradition and competition. As these two nations… #AllBlacks #BledisloecupFinale #ClashofTitans #Wallabiesa >>> Read more

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Team USA dramatically grabbed the bronze medal in women's rugby with a late try by first-time Olympian Alex “Spiff” Sedrick in the final seconds of the game to beat Australia 14-12 yesterday. 🇺🇸 Get in on the hype by dropping some spiffs. Some examples: - Double Pclub credit for deals over a certain amount - Bonus for highest demo conversion to customer - Do-your-part team spiff (team unlocks an excursion for hitting team target) - First-class ticket to SKO for highest amount of closed/won outbound deals

🏉💼 𝗥𝘂𝗴𝗯𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗲! 💼🏉 The Rugby test season kicks off this weekend, and my excitement levels are through the roof! Why, you ask? Because I’ll be cheering on my beloved Springboks as they clash with Wales live at Twickenham. Watching the Boks in action at such an iconic venue is a dream come true! 🏟️🇿🇦 In the true spirit of rugby season and with the Irish heading to SA in July , I thought I'd blend my passion for rugby with my interest in financial markets. So, let’s dive into how the top three rugby nations – South Africa, New Zealand, and Ireland – stack up not only on the rugby field but also in the stock market arena, converted to USD for a fair comparison. Worth putting sound on and watching till the end. 📊 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 📊 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮 Rugby Milestones: 2007: Won Rugby World Cup 🏆 2019: Won Rugby World Cup 🏆 2023: Won Rugby World Cup 🏆 𝘚𝘵𝘰𝘤𝘬 𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘦𝘵: Despite economic ups and downs, the JSE ALSI has shown resilience, much like the Springboks, displaying solid growth with some notable spikes . Ultimately taking the gold not only on the field but also in terms of Stock market performance. 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗭𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 Rugby Milestones: 2011: Won Rugby World Cup 🏆 2015: Won Rugby World Cup 🏆 𝘚𝘵𝘰𝘤𝘬 𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘦𝘵: The NZX Index has performed exceptionally well, mirroring the All Blacks' dominance in rugby and looked to take the top spot as we approached the end of the 20 year period but lost out at the death. Something we saw play out over the years a few times when the All Blacks clashed with the Boks. None more important than the 1995 rugby world cup when Joel Stransky kicked the 3 points to take the cup for the first time. The moment was pivotal not just for the Boks but the nation. 𝗜𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 Rugby Milestones: 2009: Won Six Nations Championship (Grand Slam) 🏆 2018: Won Six Nations Championship (Grand Slam) 🏆 2023: Won Six Nations Championship (Grand Slam) 🏆 2019: Ranked No. 1 in World Rankings 🌍 𝘚𝘵𝘰𝘤𝘬 𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘦𝘵: The Euronext Dublin ISEQ Overall Index struggled on a relative basis in terms of performance but being in the country as I write this I can say that you should never write this team and country off and have a knack for surprising. Keeping in mind that past performance is rarely a predictor of the future. They do also have the best beer in the world Guinness 😁 🌍 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁? 🌍 Come July, Ireland will be touring South Africa, and Ill be watching them live with my wife at Kings Park ( she is a bigger rugby fan than me ) . As we gear up for a thrilling season of rugby, let’s also appreciate the fascinating interplay between sports and markets. Here’s to hoping the Boks dominate both the field and the financial charts! 📈🏉 #GoBokke #RugbySeason #MarketWatch #Newzealand #rugby #ireland #springboks #USD #performance #kiwis #IRFU

My new article for Total Rugby Analysis looks at Super Rugby Pacific's defending champions Crusaders, who won in midweek but who had lost all five of their matches before that to leave them bottom of the table. I've looked at where they have been going wrong and why they can still climb the table as the campaign goes on. Comments welcome as always. #sports #sport #sportsjournalism #sportsanalysis #rugbyunion #rugby #rugbyunionanalysis #rugbyanalysis #superrugbypacific #superrugby #crusadersrugby #crusaders #robpenney #tactics #analysis #tacticalanalysis #scoutreport #teamanalysis #rugbyunionjournalism #rugbyjournalism

India Reigns Supreme! 17 years later, and the T20 World Cup is back in India’s hands! 🏆 Cheers to our incredible team for this legendary win! #Champions #T20WorldCup #TeamIndia #CricketVictory #ProudMoment #Cricket #17YearsInTheMaking #EuroAxisGroup #ImmigrationConsultant #ImmigrationConsultancy

What’s the Blueprint for Champions Cup Rugby Semi-Final Victory. In the heat of the semi-final battle, victory isn’t just about strength or skill – it’s about mastering the fundamentals and executing with precision. It’s easy to be tempted to reinvent the wheel, but true success lies in staying true to what you know best. Your game plan is built on a foundation of excellence, honed through relentless practice and dedication. Every pass, every tackle, every decision is a reflection of your commitment to perfection. You don’t just aim to win; you aim to dominate. But dominance isn’t achieved through brute force alone. It’s about understanding the big picture – knowing what you want to achieve and the key factors that underpin it. You’re not just playing for yourself but you’re playing for each other, for your fans, for the legacy of our club. As you step onto the field, you know that victory hinges on your ability to exploit every opportunity – in attack, in defense, in every aspect of the game. You’re not just looking for the big plays; you’re seeking out the micro tweaks, the subtle adjustments that will give you the edge. Workrate and focus are your allies in this quest. You know that your opposition will be formidable, but you also know that they can be beaten. The team with unwavering determination and a commitment to excellence will emerge victorious. #championscuprugby#epcrrugby#epcrchampionscup#rugbyunion#rugby4life#rugbytackle#rugbyteam

The next decade may be unprecedented in terms of the quality of Global sporting events being hosted in the United States: June 2024: Cricket World Cup (2020 format, co-hosted with the West Indies) 2026: Men's Football/Soccer World Cup (co-hosted w/ Canada and Mexico) 2028: The Olympics (LA) 2031: Men's Rugby World Cup 2031: US & Mexico co-bidding for the Women's Football/Soccer World Cup 2033: Women's Rugby World Cup 2034: Winter Olympics (Salt Lake City) Some bucket list items to be ticked off there and some major opportunities for forward thinking Globally minded brands... #rugby in particular...

Spain 🇪🇸 TFA Elite predicts their Euro 2024 winner. #Euro2024 #FootballPredictions #TFAElite #FootballFans #Euro2024Winner #PredictTheWinner #FootballCommunity #Football #EuroCup

The Kick10Ball in all its glory. Watch a revolution in rugby ball design - with the worlds first kick specific rugby training ball. It's an educational tool disguised as a rugby ball! 10 kicks, 10 focal points; kick the right spot at the right time. #Rugby #Creativity #Innovation #Marketing #Getaheadofthegame