The Sharks made the most of their numerical advantage, thanks to a Jed Holloway red card, to claim a morale-boosting 23-15 win over the Waratahs at the Parramatta Stadium.
The Crusaders made short work of their South African counterparts in Super Rugby on Friday morning, running out comfortable 36-10 winners against a tired-looking Lions outfit.
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This weekend’s action sees all but four teams asked to show us what they’ve got against foreign opposition and these games could well prove to be the most crucial when deciding the final standings.
The Super Rugby TOTW has representatives from 10 of the teams following an easter weekend of upsets and very close action. The Lions lead the way with four players after stunning Chiefs in Hamilton.
The Melbourne Rebels conceded 12 penalties, including a yellow card, to blow a 13-point lead at halftime to lose to the New South Wales Waratahs 23-20 in Super Rugby on Saturday.
The Super Rugby TOTW has representatives from seven of the teams at the halfway mark of the regular season, including some household names. Nine rounds left and all to play for.
The Vodacom Bulls put in a dominating performance to claim an impressive 32-17 win over the Queensland Reds at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Super Rugby on Saturday evening