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ENGLAND TOP NEW ZEALAND IN RARE WIN WITH GEORGE FORD INFLUENCE
George Ford inspired England to a stunning 33-19 comeback win over New Zealand at Twickenham. Trailing 12-0, England fought back for just their 9th-ever win against the All Blacks, ending a 13-year home drought.
England secure rare win over New Zealand - Photo Credit: PA Wire
In just their ninth victory over the All Blacks in 120 Test matches, England overcame a 12-point deficit to defeat New Zealand 33-19 at Twickenham on Saturday, led by George Ford.
Leicester Fainga'anuku and Codie Taylor gave New Zealand the lead early on, but they were just a point ahead at halftime (12–11) when England centre Ollie Lawrence's score was followed by two drop goals from recalled fly-half Ford.
Early in the second half, England's comeback continued as Ford converted tries from Fraser Dingwall and Sam Underhill to put them ahead 25–12.
In the 66th minute, New Zealand regained the lead thanks to a try from the prolific Will Jordan, his 44th in 53 Test matches.
However, Ford's penalty in the 76th minute, in his 104th Test match for England, sealed the victory.
The All Blacks were denied a grand slam following their victories over Scotland and Ireland earlier this month in the Autumn Nations Series, but there was still time for England wing Tom Roebuck to score a try in the corner.
This was England's first victory since their historic 2019 World Cup semi-final victory in Japan, and only their ninth victory in 47 Test matches against New Zealand since 1905.
In addition, England's winning record against all opponents was extended to ten games, and they overcame New Zealand at Twickenham for the first time in thirteen years.
At a rain-soaked Twickenham, England controlled territory and possession in the first ten minutes, but they lost full-back Freddie Steward to a head injury evaluation, and Marcus Smith took his place going forward.
However, New Zealand scored with their first two trips to the 22 before England was unable to convert their pressure into points.
After England's line-out throw was spoiled by New Zealand, the ball was pushed across the field during the All Blacks' scrum that followed. In the fourteenth minute, left wing Fainga'anuku powered over.
Although Beauden Barrett's attempt was unsuccessful, New Zealand scored their second try four minutes later when hooker Taylor outdistanced England scrum-half Alex Mitchell and dove over after Jordan's break.
Borthwick resorts to the "bomb squad."
However, England responded in the 25th minute when outside centre Lawrence bounced off Leroy Carter and stepped Barrett for a well-executed score after a blindside break off a scrum.
Even though Ford was unable to score, England managed to get back into the game with a drop goal from about 25 meters away two minutes before halftime.
And with the forwards still in control after Immanuel Feyi-Waboso's break, Ford had time to score another drop goal from a distance as England rallied from a one-point deficit.
And openside flanker Underhill bulldozed his way over from a close-range ruck to give England their first goal in the 43rd minute.
The touchdown was disallowed on review for offside at a line-out, but Ford's conversion put England ahead 18–12, and it appeared he had increased their lead even more when he scything through for a try in the 50th minute.
After an England line-out was created by Ford's incredible raking cross-kick, Lawrence's deft hands sent teammate centre Dingwall in for a try between the posts in the 55th minute.
To the joy of around 82,000 spectators, Ford, the game's star player, converted, putting England up 23–12.
With the 'bomb squad' having shown their value in his team's previous victories over Fiji and Australia this month, England coach Steve Borthwick decided to put on a slew of forward replacements in an attempt to finish the match.
However, the All Blacks quickly made most of their man advantage as full-back Jordan glided in for New Zealand's first goals since the 18th minute after England lost Ben Earl to a yellow card for a maul infraction.
Barrett was replaced by Damian McKenzie, who scored a goal to trim England's lead to six points at 25-19.
However, Ford's 36-meter penalty gave England breathing room, and Roebuck scored an opportunistic try after the ball went loose thanks to a kick from replacement Henry Pollock.
GRANDMASTER ARJUN ERIGAISI THROUGH TO CHESS WORLD CUP QUARTERFINALS, STAYING FOCUSED EACH GAME
Arjun Erigaisi defeats two-time champion Levon Aronian to reach the FIDE World Cup quarterfinals. The Indian star revealed Aronian's draw offer gave him the confidence to secure a crucial victory with black pieces.
Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi (Photo Credits: ChaseBase India)
In the second game of the round of 16 on Saturday, Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi defeated two-time champion GM Levon Aronian of the United States with black pieces, advancing him to the quarterfinals of the ongoing FIDE World Cup.
After GM Jose Eduardo Matinez Alcantara of Mexico and Indian player GM P Harikrishna drew, their round of 16 match will now be determined in tiebreakers on Sunday.
Arjun claims that Aronian's draw offer gave him the confidence to win.
With the game hanging in the balance, Arjun used his prowling knights to gain an unbalanced pawn structure and inflict some damage on the king's side. Arjun continued to press his advantage to record a victory, as Aronian was unable to recover from a worse position.
Despite his regrets about several of his early plays, Arjun claimed that Aronian's knight move, offering a dra, helped him reverse the tide of the match after the victory.
I began to second-guess a few of my actions. I could not decide whether to place the queen on d7 or c7. After determining that it was a D7, I started to regret it. I played H6, but I also felt bad about it. I was not really certain at one point whether I was on the right or wrong side of equality," Arjun remarked.
However, he gave a draw when he played Knight e3. That gave me some assurance that a draw would satisfy him. That provided me some leverage, and he found it difficult after that," he continued.
Arjun is not bothered by the fact that he is currently the top-ranked player left in the competition.
"I do not care about it. Simply put, I am glad to still be there. I will concentrate on that and take each match as it comes," he declared.
The Candidates competition will be open to the top three finishers at the Chess World Cup.
TAKEAWAYS FROM WARRIORS’ THRILLING TRIUMPH OVER THE SAN ANTONIO SPURS
Stephen Curry scores 49 points, leading the Warriors to a nail-biting 109-108 win over the Spurs. The 37-year-old's historic performance, including nine threes, ties Michael Jordan for most 40-point games after 30.
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Stephen Curry put on an even more historic performance after leading the Golden State Warriors to victory on Wednesday night with a game-high 46 points.
The greatest point guard in history led the Warriors to a 109-108 victory with 49 points, including nine three-pointers, on an amazing 61.5% shooting from the field.
Curry's back-to-back performances at this point in his career are incredible; at 37, he is definitely a first choice and capable of dominating at the greatest level.
Jimmy Butler and Gary Payton II took advantage of the late-game open looks his gravity produced to give Golden State the win.
The Warriors are now unbeaten against the Spurs this season, and it was Curry at the free-throw line with the game on the line that ultimately sealed the victory.
Draymond Green stated that his time will have to wait, even though Victor Wembanyama might be the future. In addition to timely boxing out to cut down on second-chance looks, his positioning, switching, and help defence were crucial in limiting Wembanyama's scoring possibilities.
The Warriors won the game in the closing seconds thanks to these small advantages that turned a number of late possessions in their favour. Green boxed out Wembanyama in the closing seconds to deny an easy rebound when De'Aaron Fox drove for the game-winning basket.
Tonight, the Warriors got back to winning ways thanks to a valiant effort and strategic defence.
Curry creates history once more
Curry has tied Michael Jordan for the most 40-point games after turning 30 with 95 points and 14 three-pointers on shooting splits of 56/42/95 in two games against the Spurs this week. Curry scored 40 points in each of these games for the first time since 2022, but it felt more like a fantastic team effort in the closing minutes than a solo display.
Green and Curry's two-man action manipulated Wembanyama when it came time to remove him from the paint, giving the big man a clear view of the rim.
These two games featured a classic Green effort, which perhaps increased his self-confidence as one of the league's top defenders.
The Warriors are coming to terms with their true selves.
The Warriors' tenacity and championship determination were on full display in this game.
Given the Warriors' superior play and poise in the closing minutes, it is possible that last week's loss to OKC "poked the bear" in some ways.
This victory demonstrates that Golden State still has what it takes—a superstar who can lead the offence while maintaining the defensive vigour required to contend at the highest levels.
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