Well deserved victory for the Chiefs, bit of a shame the Sharks rather fell apart in the second half.
Watched the final without the distraction of the internets. Thought Robbie Robinson had a great performance for an often erratic player. I must say though, that I love Sona Taumalolo. The guy is a legend.
Great performance by the Chiefs. I didn't expect them to win it at the start of the season. It's good the competition has a new winner as well.
whats this i hear about some new south african team the southern kings being in next years comp? are they replacing a team or will it be a super 16(?) now?
About a month ago, the SA board replaced the Lions with the Kings for next season - so its still Super 15.
Yeah pretty sure the Lions requested it (since they have so many problems) Also Ben Franks signing a 3 year deal with the Canes (Y)
Hmm, interesting. It'll be interesting to see who they pick for AB's captain.....I'm gonna say Read (since he's still youngish compared to the likes of Carter, Conrad Smith etc.) surely they'll pick the captain for the future?
I wonder if he'll be the same player after his sabbatical. I remember John Kirwan going to Japan for 6 months? And he was quite crappy for months (half a season) when he returned before finally getting it together again.
Translation Super Rugby is taking attention away from heartland rugby. Seriously yes it has put less emphasis on the ITM cup. But there are hidden benefits of super rugby such as giving international exposure and a higher standard of rugby to a wider group of players.