Wallabies secret tactics exposed ahead of RWC Final

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A photographer managed to snap a picture of Wallabies forward coach Mario Ledesma holding crucial tactical plans during the Australian captains run on Friday afternoon.

The plans reveal indepth defensive plans surrounding the Wallabies tactics at kickoffs and in general play.

There is no mention of any attacking game plans or strategy.

 

WALLABIES TACTICS REVEALED

On Kickoffs

- Kickoff #5 and keep Poey [David Pocock] back (no Carter rage) (high as possible)

- Kickoff receipt #4 Kieran Read (get him rattled)

- Kick receipt shift off edge, forwards then snap to Snow or play

- Own the air space, catch everything, chance everything, escort wingers!!!

On Defence

- Carter running right to left

- Nonu steps back on the inside when linespeed against

- Badge defence (Wednesday morning)

- Turnover spark in attack and defence

On Attack

- Lineout attack gainline front foot speed. Expose Milner-Skudder and Savea under ball or in backfield

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Kieran Francis is a senior editor at Sporting News Australia.