OLSEN FILIPAINA | 85 3RD TEST CARLAW PARK | CDL EP#2

Title: The Big O: Olsen Filipaina’s Masterclass – Kiwis vs Australia (1985 Series) Description: Revisit the greatest "Cinderella story" in Rugby League history. In 1985, Olsen Filipaina—the "Galloping Garbo"—was languishing in reserve grade.Yet, New Zealand coach Graham Lowe knew something the rest of the world didn't: when Olsen put on the Black and White jersey, he was "ten feet tall and bulletproof." This video captures the magic of the 1985 Trans-Tasman series . Despite the Kiwis losing the first two Tests to last-minute Australian tries, Filipaina was named Man of the Match in both. He comprehensively outplayed the legendary Wally Lewis (The King) for three straight games, culminating in the historic 18-0 shutout at Carlaw Park. Experience the power, the chip-and-chase brilliance, and the sheer force of a man who changed the game forever and pioneered the Pacific Revolution in the NRL. 🔥 Highlights include: The Matchup: Olsen Filipaina vs. Wally Lewis – The day "The King" was dethroned. The Carlaw Park Shutout: The iconic 18-0 victory that etched this team into Kiwi folklore. The Playing Style: See the brutal running game and silky skills that left the Kangaroos stunned. The Queen Street Walk: How Graham Lowe rallied a "broken" team to achieve the impossible. Watch the legend of The Big O live on. #RugbyLeague #OlsenFilipaina #Kiwis #CarlawPark #TheBigO #WallyLewis #NRLHistory #KiwiLeague #1985TestsOlsen Filipaina Carlaw Park Die Hards Legend, Kiwis Rugby League, Auckland Rugby League, Mangere East Hawks, North Sydney Bears, Eastern Suburbs Rooster and Balmain Tigers. Loved by many and tackled by few. To catch Olsen watch all the Carlaw Park Legends Series here www.carlawparkdiehards.co.nz