Thorny Encounters

A History of England v The All Blacks

Matt Elliott

• Publisher: Pitch Publishing Ltd
• eBook ISBN:
  9781785314803
• Year: 2018

A clash of titans: England versus the All Blacks in rugby history.

Thorny Encounters chronicles the intense rivalry between England and New Zealand's rugby teams from 1905 to 2014. This gripping sports history dives into the dramatic matches, legendary players, and the cultural clash that defines this iconic contest.

Explore the evolution of rugby through detailed match analyses, player profiles, and insights into team strategies. Relive memorable moments at Twickenham and beyond, as the traditional home of rugby battles the nation that claimed it as their own. Perfect for rugby enthusiasts seeking a deep dive into this historic rivalry.

Table of contents

• Cover Page
• Title Page
• Copyright Page
• Contents
• Dedication
• Acknowledgements
• Introduction
• Notes to the text
• On Facing the All Blacks
• 1905 Crystal Palace, All Blacks 15 England 0
• 1925 Twickenham, All Blacks 17 England 11
• 1936 Twickenham, England 13, All Blacks 0
• 1954 Twickenham, All Blacks 5 England 0
• 1963 Eden Park, All Blacks 21 England 11
• 1963 Lancaster Park, All Blacks 9 England 6
• 1964 Twickenham, All Blacks 14 England 0
• 1967 Twickenham, All Blacks 23 England 11
• 1973 Twickenham, All Blacks 9 England 0
• 1973 Eden Park, England 16 All Blacks 10
• 1978 Twickenham, All Blacks 16 England 6
• 1979 Twickenham, All Blacks 10 England 9
• 1983 Twickenham, England 15 All Blacks 9
• 1985 Lancaster Park, All Blacks 18 England 13
• 1985 Athletic Park, All Blacks 42 England 15
• 1991 Twickenham (RWC), All Blacks 18 England 12
• 1993 Twickenham, England 15 All Blacks 9
• 1995 Newlands (RWC), All Blacks 45 England 29
• The Professional Era
• The Game that Never Was (Going to Be)
• Red Roses and Black Ferns
• Series Statistics
• Bibliography
• Photos