Aussie coach takes criticism on the chin

Robbie Deans has brushed aside comments by David Campese that he has “destroyed Australian rugby,” but admitted he understands criticism of his regime.

Aussie coach takes criticism on the chin
Fri, 16 Nov, 2012 - 00:00
Alex Lowe

Embattled Australia coach Deans is under intense scrutiny due to a roller-coaster season that reached its nadir with last weekend’s 33-6 defeat by France.

England are the next assignment on their European tour and Australia great Campese would accept the hosts retaining the Cook Cup if it meant Deans is fired.

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