Well the press have been on the backs of England in New Zealand, as Martin Johnsons men have not only been bungee jumping but enjoying a night on the town as well. Not the greatest press which could have come England’s way, as they are already one of the most unpopular teams in New Zealand for the 2011 RWC World Cup. They upset the host nation by unveiling a reserve kit of all black for the World Cup, and critics of England will be lapping things up. Especially after their dire start to the World Cup against Argentina, in which they were lucky to come away with a win. World Cup hero Jonny Wilkinson struggled with his kicking, but fortunately so did Argentina. It was a one dimensional performance from England, which was completely lacking any energy, any game plan or desire out on the pitch. There was no mobility up front and sideways running was pretty much the order of the day when they did get the ball in their hands. But a win is a win, even though they didn’t pick up a bonus point and now need to get things back on track. It’s not all doom and gloom though, as England started the last World Cup poorly (remember the thrashing by South Africa in the pool match to nil?) but still made it to the final. But the most disappointing part of the performance was that England fans know their side can play better. They have seen them do it, and with more of an attacking prowess about the side in the Six Nations and the warm up matches, it all disappeared as they ground out a win against the equalling unadventurous, but more passionate Pumas. That was, arguably, England’s toughest group match, although they still have to face Scotland.
So England v Georgia rugby world cup betting should not produce anything other than an England win. Our doubts over England’s ability to win the 2011 World Cup were focused on whether or not they are ruthless and clinical enough to beat tough opposition. We want to see a positive England, one which knows how to pick the right running lines and scythe their way through defences. Fortunately this should be the opportunity where they can cut lose. They have only ever played Georgia once before, and that was back in the 2003 Rugby World Cup, when England ran out impressive 84-6 winners. We can emphasise that England need to win to push on for top spot in the group, which is currently occupied by the Scots after beating Georgia 15-6 in their second match, but that’s stating the obvious. We need England to win every match, convincingly at this stage. Martin Johnson’s men have had a longer break than Georgia ahead of this match, and hopefully we’ll see the power show that England are capable off. Following this match, England take on Romania, so there is a great chance to build some momentum ahead of their big clash against Scotland on October 1st. This is not going to be anything other than a win for England, the bigger the better for the manager, the squad and the fans alike.
England v Georgia Rugby World Cup betting odds
England to win: 1/150 at SportingBet
Draw: 66/1 at Bet365
Georgia to win: 50/1 at Paddy Power
Handicap: England -37 for Evens at Bet365
