The Wallaby who hails from NSW’s ‘Scottish Town’ comes face-to-face with the country of his ancestors,Scotland, in the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals
Australia’s grinding victory over Wales to seal top spot in Pool A and Scotland’s moment station Pool B finish sets up a re-run of the 2003 quarter-final, or when the then World Cup hosts defeated their British rivals 33-16 in Brisbane. Surprisingly that is the only time these two countries have met in the eight World Cups held since 1987. It’s also a clash that holds special significance for one Wallabies player in specific. Related: Gordon Reid refuses to write off Scotland’s chances against Australia Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com