Growden Medal
AAC reliable as ever as back-row dominates
Greg Growden
August 10, 2015
Australia 27-19 New Zealand (Australia only)
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The consistency of Wallabies winger Adam Ashley-Cooper has enabled him to take an early lead in The Growden Medal.

While the prowess of the Wallabies back-row was a crucial factor in them defeating the All Blacks in Sydney, as important was Ashley-Cooper's finishing skills and willingness to do the hard work throughout the game.

Before Ashley-Cooper took advantage of a great Matt Toomua chip-kick to score in the 60th minute, he was involved heavily in midfield defence. Ashley-Cooper has performed creditably in all of Australia's three Tests so far this season.

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The Wallabies backrow of David Pocock, Michael Hooper and Scott Fardy were all outstanding against the All Blacks, while Nic White's cameo off the bench was memorable.

Sydney Points

8.5: David Pocock, Michael Hooper, Scott Fardy, Nic White. 8: Adam Ashley-Cooper

Progress points:

21: Adam Ashley-Cooper 16.5: David Pocock 16: Michael Hooper 8.5: Scott Fardy, Nic White 8: Israel Folau 7: Nick Phipps, Matt Toomua, Will Skelton.

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