Despite sporting two black eyes, David Pocock was quick to shut down suggestions of player fatigue in Camp Wallaby ahead of this weekend’s World Cup Final.

“It’s getting towards the end of the season and I think your body gets used to recovering,” the Wallabies backrower said.

“We’ve got a fantastic strength and conditioning team and a great medical team and physios that look after us so there’ll be no trouble getting up for another game.”

In fact, Pocock said he thought the Wallabies tough road to the final has put them in good stead for the decider.

“I feel really good. The semi final was exactly what we expected. The Argentinians have combined that brute strength and focus on set piece with a lot of flair so it was tough and it was physical and we were really happy with the win.”

“We’ve played four of five weeks of finals now, every week has been huge. We just need to back our routine and back our preparation and do the same thing.”

The Wallabies No.6, 7 and 8 have been the talking point of the World Cup for many, with Pocock, Michael Hooper and Scott Fardy combining to form an unconventional but highly effective backrow.

“I’ve really enjoyed it, particularly playing alongside Michael Hooper and Scott Fardy.

“We did a lot of work particularly during those weeks in the USA, trying to work on that combination and make it less about the number on your back and more about working as a team so I’ve really enjoyed the challenge.”

Pocock has slotted into the Wallabies No.8 jersey almost seamlessly in recent weeks but admitted he’s had a little more time to adjust to his new position than most people think.

“It’s a new challenge, but I was lucky that during the Brumbies season we did a lot of extra work at No.8 and they were always short at No.8 so I just jumped in and helped out.”

Many think Sunday morning’s final will be won or lost at the breakdown as the Richie McCaw led All Blacks look to send off their skipper on a winning note, however Pocock said that wouldn’t change the way the Wallabies approached the match.

“He’s a player that’s been at the top of his game for a long time and he’s proven that he can perform at that level over 100 or so Tests,” Pocock said.

“The breakdown has been a big focus for every team this tournament. The set piece and the breakdown are always very important.”

Both Australia and New Zealand are expected to announce their sides for the final early on Friday morning (AEDT).