Chiefs

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Chiefs v Waratahs, Super Rugby Pacific: Chiefs fight through ... (New Zealand Herald)

It was largely one-way traffic all evening in Sydney as the Chiefs dominated in possession and played the game at the right end of the field. Advertisement.

The pair made an immediate impact and, after a Damian McKenzie penalty, the Chiefs finally crossed the line again through right wing Emoni Narawa. But instead of being able to go on with the job, the Chiefs were held in check by the Waratahs’ defence, despite being constantly given field position through penalties. It was all set up well for the Chiefs early on as they cracked the Waratahs’ line just four minutes into the match.

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Chiefs claim ugly 24-14 Super Rugby Pacific win over Waratahs in ... (Stuff.co.nz)

At Allianz Stadium, Sydney: Chiefs 24 (Bryn Gatland try 4min, Emoni Narawa tries 54min, 76min; Damian McKenzie 3 con, pen) Waratahs 14 (Jake Gordon try ...

The Chiefs move to 5-0 and a six-point ladder lead, while the Waratahs slip to 1-4. It came to life in the final half hour, with some see-sawing waves of attack, but don’t quickly go looking for a replay. There were a couple of Waratahs dropped balls in the final quarter, but it had to be the 76th minute try to Narawa. That was one word for it, and 26 scrums tells plenty of the story. Both teams are back in action next Saturday night, with the Chiefs facing a big Battle of the Bombays clash against the Blues in Hamilton and the Waratahs heading to Canberra for a tough encounter against the Brumbies, who are fresh off their first loss of the season, against the Crusaders. No wonder Wallabies coach Eddie Jones looked close to asleep up in the grandstand.

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Five things we learnt from Waratahs-Chiefs (Rugby.com.au)

The grit of the NSW Waratahs held the table-topping Chiefs to their lowest points and try totals for a game this season yet they could not back it up with ...

There was a clear tactic to hold the Chiefs runners up off the ground when the chance arose as No.8 Will Harris did early in the game. He’s always backed his running, stepping and creativity. The Waratahs did well to keep him in check in his 100th Super Rugby game. The defence created a chance but the clunky attack meant there was never really a chance to make anything of it. The Waratahs got in the faces of the Chiefs’ attackers too and forced handling mistakes. The Waratahs did a terrific job in defence in multiple ways.

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Super Rugby Pacific: Chiefs preserve unbeaten start with hardfought ... (Newshub)

Winger Emoni Narawa has scored two late tries - including the eventual match-clincher - to overcome NSW Waratahs 24-14 at Sydney and remain unbeaten in ...

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Chiefs stay perfect, Crusaders hand Brumbies first loss (Reuters)

The Waikato Chiefs stood alone with a perfect Super Rugby Pacific record on Friday after they beat the New South Wales Waratahs 24-14 and the Canterbury ...

Early on in the season we've had a few tough lessons and we've really drilled down to what this team is good at." We had to work really hard for it tonight." "I thought our effort tonight was fantastic," said Gordon.

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Crusaders beat ACT, Chiefs still unbeaten in Super Rugby (Associated Press)

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Leicester Fainga'anuku scored two tries Friday to bring his tally to five in his last two matches as the Crusaders produced a ...

But the Brumbies were better in the second half, hitting the defensive line harder and creating ruptures that lead to tries for scrumhalf Ryan Longergan and winger Corey Toole. The winger scored a try in each half and both from the same set move off a lineout. But Narawa’s second try five minutes from fulltime sealed victory for the Chiefs. Winger Emoni Narawa scored two tries for the Chiefs, including a 54-minute effort that gave the team a 17-7 lead. Taylor again passed to Fainga’anuku and the big, powerful winger waded and twisted his way through tackles to score. He might have been pleased with the result in Christchurch if not the performance: The Crusaders dropped a lot of ball and made several other unusual errors.

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WATCH: Shaun Stevenson sets up try in Chiefs' victory over Waratahs (planetrugby.com)

Watch as Chiefs flyer Shaun Stevenson set up a try for Emoni Narawa in the closing stages of their 24-14 win over the Waratahs in Sydney on Friday.

[Stevenson](https://www.planetrugby.com/tag/Shaun-Stevenson/) gathered a pass from Cortez Ratima before stabbing a grubber kick through which bounced off the leg of Taleni Seu and Narawa gathered the ball on his way over the try-line. Ben Donaldson added the extras which meant the teams changed sides at half-time deadlocked at 7-7. [Chiefs](https://www.planetrugby.com/team/chiefs) holding a slender 17-14 lead, when the visitors launched an attack deep inside the [Waratahs](https://www.planetrugby.com/team/waratahs)‘ half.

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Brave Waratahs go down to Chiefs at Allianz Stadium (NSW Waratahs)

In a disrupted week, Waratahs Head Coach Darren Coleman was missing 13 front-line players and was forced to make multiple changes to his matchday 23. Coleman ...

“We didn’t get too many chances with the ball in the first half. The breakdown was a bit of a mess. You just want to get out of that hole of confidence and form. I’ve just got to coach better to get that clinical nature in our attack. But it was a disappointing transfer into attack. “Defensively both teams put in a really good shift.

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Chiefs remain unbeaten in Super Rugby (RNZ)

The Chiefs stand alone with a perfect Super Rugby Pacific record after they beat the New South Wales Waratahs 24-14.

Early on in the season we've had a few tough lessons and we've really drilled down to what this team is good at." We had to work really hard for it tonight." "I thought our effort tonight was fantastic," Gordon said.

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Ex-Chiefs players lean on 'bromance' ahead of Super Rugby Pacific ... (Stuff.co.nz)

Chase Tiatia and Toni Pulu once shed blood and sweat for NZ teams. Not any more.

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Recap: Waratahs vs Chiefs - Super Rugby Pacific (Stuff.co.nz)

That's all we have for you here at Tribe for this Round 5 clash. I'm Cam Crawford, thanks for tuning in. The Chiefs looked good when they had ball in hand ...

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'I'm proud': Damian McKenzie reflects on 'special' Chiefs milestone (RugbyPass)

Damian McKenzie etched his name into Super Rugby history on Friday night as the playmaker became the latest player to reach a “special” milestone for the ...

It was all one-way traffic for the opening 15 minute or so, but rugby can be a funny game. “Just getting our ball carry right, we were running a little bit too high. I just want to thank the Tahs as well for a hard-fought game. “Obviously, my family has come over as well, so appreciate all the support they’ve shown throughout my whole career. “It’s special,” McKenzie told Sky Sport after the match. 15 jersey for the first time this season, while

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Live Super Rugby Aupiki final: Chiefs Manawa v Matatū (RNZ)

The unbeaten Chiefs Manawa go into the final on their home patch as heavy favourites to claim their second straight crown.

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Live: Chiefs Manawa vs Matatū - Super Rugby Aupiki final (Stuff.co.nz)

The hosts lead at the halftime break after a frenetic 40 minutes as they seek back-to-back titles at Waikato Stadium.

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Super Rugby Aupiki 2023: Chiefs Manawa squad against Matatū ... (New Zealand Herald)

The reigning Super Rugby Aupiki champions, Waikato-based Waitomo Chiefs Manawa will defend their title against Matatū at home this Saturday.

They have each other’s backs on and off the field. Captain Kennedy Simon will be in the No.8 jersey and vice-captain Arihiana Marino-Tauhinu has been named as halfback. Kaua says “As a coaching and management group, we are proud of our entire squad. They have quality players and coaches and every game we have had over the past two years has been an arm wrestle.” Tickets are available online at However, Waitomo Chiefs Manawa head coach Crystal Kaua says the team is not getting complacent. They have five starting players from that World Cup final and we have one. They’ve pushed each other hard, now we are at the big dance and it’s time to go out there play with freedom and expression and enjoy every minute of it.” The Waitomo Chiefs Manawa have led the Super Rugby Aupiki competition scoring the most tries (29), ahead of Matatū (19). Hazel Tubic commands her spot in first five with the backs Azalleyah Maaka and Carla Hohepa in the midfield and Tenika Willison in full back. The effective prop duo of Kate Henwood and Tanya Kalounivale will this week play alongside Connor in the front row. The starting 15 remain the same as throughout much of the competition which reflects the connection and strength of the side.

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Super Rugby Aupiki final: Matatū crowned champions, beating ... (New Zealand Herald)

With just seconds left on the clock in the Super Rugby Aupiki final, Matatū felt their chances of dethroning Chiefs Manawa slip away. Holding a two-point lead ...

“I’ve probably struggled the last few weeks and haven’t put out the performances that I wanted to. It looked like that result was nearly out of the question early in the contest. But they stepped up when it mattered most, with 23 points from fullback Renee Holmes leading the side to their first title.

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Super Rugby Aupiki: Matatū shock defending champions Chiefs ... (Newshub)

Underdogs Matatū have stunned defending champions Chiefs Manawa to claim the Super Rugby Aupiki crown 33-31 in a thrilling finish at Hamilton's FMG Stadium.

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Matatu edge Chiefs Manawa in dramatic Aupiki final (RugbyPass)

The Super Rugby Aupiki seasoned wrapped up Saturday with an exhilarating match between the undefeated Chiefs Manawa and the underdog Matatu.

The dying moments provided edge-of-your-seat action as the Manawa strung phases together to get deep into the Matatu half. The conversion was too challenging of an angle for Tenika Willison though which left a two-point lead for Matatu. The kick was another long one from out wide but Holmes was composed and slotted the three-pointer. Matatu regained the lead as Once in position, the dominant Manawa forwards took their opportunities and had 19 points in the opening 18 minutes. Matatu then roared into life through some dynamic and physical carries from Amy du Plessis.

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'Certainly no back-slapping': Table-topping Chiefs keeping feet ... (Stuff.co.nz)

Clayton McMillan takes a swipe at Waratahs' tactics, but knows his side must be much better at the breakdown for next week's big Blues battle.

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