Response writing

For the past 3 Weeks Ruma J has been writing responses for movies,books,art and even rugby matches! Basically we chose something to write a response on, after we wrote the response we had to make a creative response. This could include A fake movie trailer, highlights of the rugby match and artwork. I did my response on the 2011 rugby world cup grand final Between New Zealand and France. For my creative response I did a reenactment of the game. Hope you enjoy.

New Zealand At The 2011 Rugby World Cup

In 2011 the All Blacks were competing in the rugby world cup hosted by New Zealand. The rugby world cup Is held once every 4 years and is competed by 20 of the best rugby nations in the world for the william webb ellis cup. The All Blacks won the competition by beating France in the grand final 8-7 at Eden Park. It was their 2nd world cup win with the only other time they had won the cup was in 1987. It was the largest sporting event held in New Zealand So it was a big deal for the All Blacks to try and take out the cup in front of their home fans.

It was a tournament that was felt all around the world that left fans on the edge of their seats.

After advancing through the pool and finals stages The all blacks were in the grand final against their old mates. France.When I found out it was these two teams in the final I thought it would be another iconic grudge match waiting to happen. There was a bit of history between these 2 sides from the 2007 world cup Quarter final where Wayne Barnes the referee let a clear forward pass through to let the french to score the game winning try. This knocked new zealand out of the 2007 world cup. They were looking for revenge.

One key moment was the surprise selection of Stephen Donald. I found it amazing because of the depth in the All Blacks in the first five position. Because in the tournament Dan carter and Colin Slade both got injured early. It was astonishing that he was still ready to play a game for the all blacks. He was that unprepared his jersey didn’t fit him anymore and he was white baiting the day before he got the call up. He played the game in an undersized jersey.

The game was an edge of your seat affair that left fans in suspense. The game had plenty of clinical moments with the first one being Tony Woodcock’s try off a sneaky line out move. The lead could have been extended by more but Piri Weepu couldn’t land his kicks. A moment that was vital in the game was when Aaron Cruden got Injured and on came the unlikely her, Stephen Donald. When he came on I felt annoyed that Cruden got injured but the game must go on. At halftime it was 5-0. Everyone knew that the door was wide open for the french to make a comeback. It had me quite worried.

The game continued to keep fans engaged into the second half as  New Zealand got a penalty 40 Metres out from the french try line within Stephen Donald's kicking range. They took the penalty goal option to try and extend their lead. I felt nervous when he was taking the kick. He landed the penalty goal which was so clinical for later in the game. 2 minutes later the french Scored a try under the goal posts with Thierry Dusautoir. It was converted and the french were right back in the game. This Concerned me knowing that the french will fight.

The french had a chance to take the lead but blew the penalty kick. I felt relieved but only for a short time. In the dying seconds of the game the french conceded a penalty and the all blacks kicked it out and won the game. The excitement was real. I felt really relieved, happy, and excited that the 24 year wait was over for New Zealand to win their 2nd word cup.

The game was wonderfully played with plenty of twists and turns. If you are new to the game of rugby I suggest you watch a Bledisloe cup match. Also you can get behind your nation every 4 years for the next rugby world cup. I recommend that you watch this match as it was big deal for everyone in the rugby community.