Wellington Koru fight back to defeat Logan Wildfire 26–24
Wellington Koru held their nerve in golden point to defeat Logan Wildfire 24 after a gripping contest.
Logan Wildfire
24
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26
Wellington Koru
Half-time: Logan Wildfire 18–16 Wellington Koru
Wellington Koru held their nerve in golden point to defeat Logan Wildfire 24 after a gripping contest.
Wellington Koru opened the scoring through Baptiste Richard in the 3′ minute, setting the early tone for the contest.
Logan Wildfire led 18–16 at half-time, but Wellington Koru turned the match around in the second half.
Momentum shifted repeatedly, with the lead changing hands 4 times before Wellington Koru took control.
Wellington Koru led by as many as 10 points before Logan Wildfire reduced the final margin.
Match Facts
- Competition
- 3 Match Series
- Venue
- Logan Alliance Park
- Half-time
- Logan Wildfire 18–16 Wellington Koru
- Winning margin
- 2 points
Scoring Summary
- 3′Try: Baptiste Richard — Wellington Koru
- 5′Try: Hugh Harrison — Wellington Koru
- 5′Goal: Brandon Webb — Wellington Koru
- 9′Try: Jai Hale — Logan Wildfire
- 9′Goal: Nate James — Logan Wildfire
- 14′Try: Levi Smith — Logan Wildfire
- 14′Goal: Nate James — Logan Wildfire
- 17′Try: Baptiste Richard — Wellington Koru
- 17′Goal: Brandon Webb — Wellington Koru
- 26′Try: Nate James — Logan Wildfire
- 27′Goal: Nate James — Logan Wildfire
- 51′Try: Tui Watene — Wellington Koru
- 51′Goal: Brandon Webb — Wellington Koru
- 59′Try: Zac Armstrong — Wellington Koru
- 64′Try: Jai Hale — Logan Wildfire
- 64′Goal: Nate James — Logan Wildfire
Team Statistics
| Statistic | Logan Wildfire | Wellington Koru |
|---|---|---|
| Completion % | 45% | 58% |
| Runs | 146 | 173 |
| Run metres | 1506 | 1636 |
| Line breaks | 30 | 23 |
| Offloads | 5 | 8 |
| Errors | 11 | 6 |
| Penalties | 3 | 4 |
| Tackles made | 173 | 146 |
| Missed tackles | 17 | 16 |
| Kick metres | 534 | 617 |
⭐ Standout Performers
Match Context
Wellington Koru demonstrated resilience by recovering from a deficit to secure the result.