Bryn Hall of the Crusaders runs through to score a try. Lesser teams would have crumbled under the amount of pressure the Crusaders had to absorb. Making 117 more tackles than the Chiefs alone is testament to the tenacity of Scott Robertson's men this season. With Brodie Retallick heavily involved, Sam Cane and Mitchell Brown likewise, the Chiefs rumbled forward, constantly challenging the vaunted Crusaders pack. RESULTS:Crusaders 27 (Bryn Hall tries, Seta Tamanivalu 2, Israel Dagg, Richie Mo'unga pen, con 2 )Chiefs 13 (Brodie Retallick try Damian McKenzie pen 2, con)HT: 10-6

Source: Otago Daily Times July 29, 2017 10:18 UTC