The Chiefs stormed back from an early deficit to score 32 unanswered points and defeat the Crusaders 19-35 in Christchurch, seizing firm control of the Super Rugby Pacific ladder.
After being physically outmatched early on and trailing 19-3, the momentum shifted just before halftime when Emoni Narawa capitalised on a lucky bounce to score. The second half saw Damian McKenzie, Leroy Carter, and Wallace Sititi all cross the line, with Carter’s 70-metre solo effort standing out as the highlight.
With this dominant comeback, the Chiefs are now poised to lock in home advantage for the playoffs, while the Crusaders face an uphill battle to reclaim top spot.
