Winning mindset key to All Black magic

You get a good insight into the New Zealand psyche just listening to their supporters. They’re not exactly a shy or bashful lot when it comes to talking rugby.

On the train back from Twickenham after Australia had booked their place in Saturday’s World Cup final after a merited victory over Argentina, an Irish fan was deep in conversation with a large New Zealand party, proudly boasting how he had cheered enthusiastically for Argentina in the semi-final.

“How could you cheer for them after what they did to Ireland in Cardiff” asked the proud Kiwi.