All Blacks vs. Lions

Photo c/o rnzys.org.nz

As I write this post, the 3rd and final test match between the NZ All Blacks vs the British & Irish Lions in Auckland has started.  The series is locked at 1-1, as the All Blacks return to their spiritual home, Eden Park.

The All Blacks had a resounding 30-15 win in the 1st test in Auckland which was broken by the Lions 24-21 win in Wellington, which makes this test match a make or break one for either teams.  As a Kiwinoy, of course I support our national team, the All Blacks.  It is not just a matter of pride for this national treasure, it is more of a deep-seated emotional connection that I've learned to appreciate and believe in.

Most of my Kiwi friends, especially the fathers, would always have that gleam in their eyes, that someday their son would be an All Black.  I guess it's akin to Filipino parents who wish that someday their sons and daughters would shine and excel in basketball.  I always explain to my Kiwi friends that for short people like us, we love and are passionate for basketball.

With the recent win of Team New Zealand in the America's Cup, the All Blacks winning tonight's final test match would be sweet as.  Go the All Blacks!