Rugby

Reece sets up two tries as Crusaders overcome Chiefs

June 28, 2020 5:22 pm

Fiji born Sevu Reece on attack for the Crusaders against the Chiefs [Source: Crusaders]

Fiji born Sevu Reece set up two tries as the Crusaders beat the Chiefs 18-13 in round 3 of the Super Rugby Aotearoa in Christchurch.

Reece set up Will Jordan for both Crusaders  tries with Richie Mo’unga managing to convert one.

Crusaders led 10-3 at the breather.

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Mo’unga increased Crusaders lead in the second half from a penalty.


[Source: Crusaders]

Chiefs managed to close the game in the later stages of the match when Sean Wainui scored a try to near the gap to 18-10 before McKenzie’s penalty for a 18-13 score.

TEAMSPWDLPDP
CRUSADERS7601+7128
BLUES7502+2722
HURRICANES7502+621
HIGHLANDERS7205-4710
CHIEFS8008-575

In last night’s match, the Blues edged the Highlanders 27-24 to maintain their unbeaten record and keep the top spot in the standing.