Bad calls on and off the field

WHAT a shame a pulsating Six Nations game was decided by one moment of controversy.

The build-up to Mike Phillips’ game-changing try featured a catalogue of indiscretions which should have been spotted by the match officials. Not only was a different ball used when Wales took a quick line-out seconds before the crucial score but the original one had touched the crowd.

In addition, a player cannot take a quick throw in front of where the ball crossed the touchline when it has been kicked directly to touch. To add insult to injury, Matthew Rees was on the field of play when he delivered the throw.