Rugger

8th in the world....sweet! While as a Munsterman and subsequently an Irishman, 8th place is akin to being a big loser, its something the Irish rugby fan must be greatful for as it means we are not seeded as 'Shitty filler material' when the draw is made for the Rugby World Cup sometime whenever.
In yesterday's big fight, Ireland and Argentina beat the tar out of each other in what is now becoming a tradition in world rugby. Screw watching that Ricky Hatton jesse prance around a ring with a padded helmet on, Croke Park was where the action was.
In between the scuffles, handbags and punches, Ireland scored more points than Argentina and according to the rules won the game. We added a bit of sheen to the score with 2 tries but this was far from attractive rugby. We shan't moan as we have the win we needed and we get to shout even more abuse at Felipe Contepomi whenever he looks at a Rugby ball.
In what was a good day for an Irish rugby fan, the comical Welsh lost with their usual bad grace to the All Blacks, fans boo-ing Dan Carter as he lined up penalties and conversions. Bad form.
Enger-land where just short of atomised by South Africa in a welcome return to form for the World Champions.
Scots beat Canada well done and I am delighted to say that Australia beat the frogs in Paris last night so I'm pretty damn content.
While the Six Nations is still far away, I am pleased with Declan Kidney's start as Irish manager and I hope he can bring to Ireland some of what he brought to Munster.