Week 4 of the 2010 Super 14: Reds Create a Massive Upset

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Published: March 7, 2010

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The fourth week of the Super 14 saw the Bulls remain top of the log with a game in hand!

Both the Lions and Sharks produced important results in denying their Australian opposition bonus points, which will have a telling effect at the end of the season.

Meanwhile in South Africa, the Stormers showed they are still a semi-final prospect, whilst the Cheetahs helped them out by beating the Hurricanes.

The Reds produced the upset of the round, although the Chiefs will be highly disappointed with their efforts.

The Chiefs negated their good work on the road by dropping a home game, showing that once again the Crusaders may be the Kiwi side to lead the way. They certainly look a different side with All Black captain Richie McCaw back.

Overall a good weekend for the Bulls, who keep their top log position and now have a game in hand.

The next few rounds will be crucial to ensure the Bulls get enough log points to ensure the overseas trip doesn't require a full house of points, and bonus points are not vital.

 

Chiefs (18) vs. Reds (23)

The Chiefs started strongly, scoring 3 tries within the first 20 minutes. They played with great width, creating massive holes in the Reds defence, and both wingers finished off superbly.

Perhaps the critical mistake was that Stephen Donald missed all 3 conversions. None were easy, but he should've done better.

Another easy penalty attempt went wide too, and when the Reds hit back with a try against the run of play; the gap was only 8 points.

It shows how opportunities must be taken. The Reds were then able to work their way back into the game with strong defence and slotting their own penalties.

The Chiefs may have been feeling the effects of returning from a 3 week road trip. They looked increasingly lethargic as the match wore on, and the errors increased.

The Reds' att...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Rugby Union

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