The Crusaders celebrate after winning a tense final against the Chiefs in Christchurch. The fifth straight Crusaders title was a case of surviving rather than thriving. The maiden Super Rugby Aotearoa final won't be remembered as a memorable spectacle. At that point, leading 12-3, it seemed the Crusaders would steamroll their way to another title. Crusaders 24 (Sevu Reece, Will Jordan tries; Richie Mo'unga con, 3 pens, drop goal)Chiefs 13 (Damian McKenzie try, con, 2 pens)HT: 15-10

Source: Otago Daily Times May 08, 2021 09:56 UTC