The Christchurch-based Crusaders will play in a Super Rugby final for the 16th time in 26 years after a magnificent defensive effort Friday in a 20-7 semifinal win over the Hamilton-based Chiefs. The Crusaders overcame a heavy penalty count and a red card to former Argentina captain Pablo Matera to retain an unbeaten record in 26 home playoff matches since the tournament began in 1996.
Comment - And then there were four: The good thing for Super Rugby Pacific is that it's the right four; the semifinalists are the competition's top performing teams.
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WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) Scrumhalf Brad Weber scored a try in each half to help the Hamilton-based Chiefs to a 39-15 win over the New South Wales Waratahs on Saturday to advance to the Super Rugby Pacific semifinals.