Super Rugby Semi-Final 2025 Live
Super Rugby Semi-Final 2025 Live Score Here’s the lowdown on the Super Rugby Pacific 2025 semi-finals:
Semi-Final Line-up & Venues
Canterbury Crusaders (1st) will host the Auckland Blues (4th) on Friday, 13 June, in Christchurch
Waikato Chiefs (2nd) host the ACT Brumbies (3rd) on Saturday, 14 June, in Hamilton
Road to the Semis
Blues vs. Crusaders
The Blues edged out the Chiefs 20–19 in an epic qualifying match, thanks to a last-minute try by Josh Beehre and a Beauden Barrett conversion
The Crusaders reclaimed the top seed with a dominant 32–12 win over the Reds in the last qualifier.
Chiefs vs. Brumbies
The Brumbies secured a 35–28 win over the Hurricanes, displaying strong forwards and effective finishers.
Meanwhile, the Chiefs advance as a “lucky loser” despite the Blues loss, thanks to their stellar regular-season form.
Preview & Analysis
Matchup Key Strengths Potential Edge
Crusaders v. Blues Crusaders: 30-match home playoff unbeaten record.
Blues: momentum and tenacity. Crusaders’ home playoff dominance; Blues’ resilience could spark an upset
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Chiefs v. Brumbies: Chiefs have a potent attack and a high-caliber season.
Brumbies: clinical quarter-final performance. Chiefs’ attacking flair vs Brumbies’ structured power game
⏱️ What’s Next?
Canterbury vs. Auckland kicks off Friday, June 13, in Christchurch.
Chiefs vs. Brumbies follows on Saturday, June 14, in Hamilton.
📺 Both matches promise high-intensity rugby as national bragging rights are on the line.
🏆 Path to the Final
Winners will meet in the Grand Final on June 21, hosted at the highest remaining seed’s home ground—making venue advantage and final positioning crucial.
