Crusaders take thriller

line with Donald taking play to the other half.

A penalty on the 50 metre line allowed Donald to take a shot at goal to reduce the points deficit to a converted try, a kick he expertly guided between the sticks to give the Chiefs a chance with seven minutes remaining.

After a missed dropped-goal from Carter, a freakish Donald 22 restart took play all the way down to within metres of the Crusaders line.

The Crusaders were able to clear however and drag the game out to claim the 26-19 win, claiming four points for the win while the Chiefs had to settle for a consolation bonus-point.

Chiefs 19

Try: Kahui
Con: Donald
Pen: Donald 4

Crusader 26

Tries: Fotuali'i 2
Con: Carter 2
Pen: Carter 4

HT: 23-16