The Crusaders extended their Super Rugby Pacific dominance with a gritty 16-12 win over the Chiefs in a fiercely contested final at Orangetheory Stadium.
Despite the Chiefs’ strong start and regular-season form, the Crusaders’ clinical execution, dominant scrum, and relentless defence proved decisive.
Key performances from Codie Taylor, Sevu Reece, and Fletcher Newell helped secure the Christchurch side’s record 15th title, as they held firm in a tense second half to deny the Chiefs a late comeback.
