Crusaders

The red-hot Chiefs have surged into a fourth-straight decider, knocking off the Crusaders in ruthless fashion.

There will at least be some Australian presence in the Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals.

Malachi Wrampling’s 19th minute red card sunk the Blues as the Crusaders improved their perfect home finals record to a remarkable 33-0 on Saturday.

TEAMS: The rubber is about to meet the road as the Super Rugby Pacific qualifying finals kick off in New Zealand and live on Stan Sport this weekend.

TEAMS: The defending champion Crusaders have lost two All Blacks stars to injury for the rest of the Super Rugby season.

Rob Penney did not appear happy for most of an awkward and uncomfortable three minutes at a press conference confirming his successor.

Crusaders captain David Havili set up his match-winning try with a booming 50-22 to lead his team to a pulsating victory over the Chiefs.

The NSW Waratahs will again be without Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii for the crucial clash with the ACT Brumbies in Sydney on Friday night.

Concerning scenes came in Super Rugby when Stephen Perofeta was put in a horrible position after a kick contest.

The Hurricanes have gone clear at the top of the Super Rugby standings, edging the defending champion Crusaders after a controversial try.