The Crusaders spoiled Moana Pasifika’s Round 6 homecoming, running out 50-21 winners at North Harbour Stadium last night.
Moana fought hard in the opening half despite losing Julian Savea after just four minutes - they trailed 17-14 at oranges before the defending champions shifted gears.
Rob Penney's side were ruthless in the second half, scoring five tries to ensure a bonus point result.
All Blacks tighthead prop Fletcher Newell was immense in his 50th Crusaders appearance while Sevu Reece extended his lead atop the all-time Super Rugby tries list.
Meanwhile, the NSW Waratahs are licking their wounds after being consigned to an unwanted place in the history books with a despairing 35-20 loss to the Blues.
Dan McKellar was unable to hide his frustrations in the NSW coaches' box as his Waratahs squandered endless first-half try-scoring chances and then blew a 12-point lead in front of equally rueful home fans
Source: Super Rugby
