Blues secure a dramatic win against Reds in an exhilarating Super Rugby Pacific match in Brisbane.
In a thrilling match characterized by shifting momentum, the Auckland-based team clinched a last-minute victory when Nock scored the decisive try. The Blues scored five tries through Tuipulotu, Forbes, Ta’avao, Sotutu, and Eklund, with Plummer adding points from conversions and penalties.
On the Reds’ side, Tim Ryan scored a hat-trick of tries, supported by Toomaga-Allen and Vunivalu. Lynagh and Creighton contributed conversions and penalties.
With the score tied at 34-34 and extra time looming, Clarke’s impressive run set up Nock for the winning try. Despite the Reds leading 31-20 in the 66th minute, the Blues staged a comeback.
The match saw a strong start from the Blues, leading 10-0 before the Reds responded. Despite a yellow card for Heem, the Blues maintained their lead with a penalty. The Reds surged ahead in the second half, but the Blues fought back, eventually securing victory with late tries from Eklund and Nock.
