THE FIRST TEST

Evening Star, Issue 22192, 21 November 1935, Page 11

THE FIRST TEST

ALL BLACKS V. SCOTLAND STRENUOUS GAME EXPECTED NEW ZEALAND SHOULD CARRY THE DAY Press Association—By Telegraph—Copyright LONDON, November 20. (Received November 21, at 10 a.m.) There are no real surprises in Scotland’s team, though a number would prefer Lind instead of Dick. _ The latter made some nice runs in the London Counties’ game, yet showed a tendency to hang on and neglect his wingers. Scotland’s pack is of the lively, terrier type in the loose, and a good scrummaging unit. The tourists regard Beattie as one of the best forwards in Britain, ft is largely a South of Scotland pack, Lamhie having previously played for Hawick. There should be an understanding between the forwards. Waters has a great reputation, being of the burly, fiery type. The Scottish inside backs are particularly able, with plenty of pace. The tourists have the greatest respect for Shaw. Logan has shown good form this season. New Zealand cannot afford to give Shaw any room, and there is little doubt he wall be closely watched by Griffiths, who is a good, resolute defender. Everything points to an exciting, strenuous, and even game. The visitors’ fine combination and backing up, especially now that the forwards are scrummaging well, should carry the day. On the form displayed against them, the New Zealanders consider Scotland stronger than Wales or England.