Mitchell Drummond and the Crusaders celebrate their golden point win over the Hurricanes. Photo: Getty ImagesFor the second match in succession Super Rugby Aotearoa needed golden point extra time to find a victor. Two weeks ago the Crusaders, unbeaten through their first four matches of the season, were as good as anointed champions. Locked 27-all after three tries from both teams, Jordie Barrett pushed a 63-metre penalty attempt wide with seven minutes left in regulation time. Locals chanted "Jordie, Jordie" but while Barrett had no trouble with the distance, his cannon boot could not break the deadlock.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 11, 2021 06:11 UTC