Super 14 Week 12: No Kiwi Sides in the Semifinals

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Published: May 2, 2010

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The 12th week of the Super 14 was great for South African sides as an all South African final looms as a distinct possibility.

The Highlanders severely dented the Waratahs hops, proving they will not hand any side favors as the desperation semifinal places heat up.

The Stormers could have killed the Crusaders title hopes, as the Crusaders face two tough, must win games.

With three Australian sides in contention there is a strong possibility two South African sides along with two Australian sides meet in the semifinals.

Since super rugby began, there's never been a New Zealand side not qualify for the semifinals.

What is going on with New Zealand rugby?

The Bulls have won 17 games in a row at Loftus.

Can they be beaten at home (although their semi and final will be played in Soweto at Orlando Stadium)?

Highlanders (26) v Waratahs (10)


The Highlanders have a fairly good record in Invercargill and the Waratahs missed out on crucial log points. Conditions were extremely tough for both sides with torrential rain and a chilly wind to contend with.

The Highlanders dealt with conditions better and it was the explosive magic of Israel Dagg that proved to be the difference as he set up tries for Adam Thomson.

It also showed that playing catch up rugby in wet conditions is always tough as the Waratahs could only watch the game slip further and further away, possibly alongside their semifinal aspirations.

Stormers (42) v Crusaders (14)

This match was almost a quarterfinal for both sides and the Stormers dominated showing how good they have become.

The Stormers dominated almost all aspects, while the Crusaders failed to adapt to the referee, and for once Stuart Dickinson was nice to a South African side.

After the early exchanges the Stormers only had two penalties to show for their efforts. A Da...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Rugby Union

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