Super Rugby Highlights Week 18: Reds vs Rebels
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The Queensland Reds notched up just their fifth victory of the season with a 37-23 home win over the Melbourne Rebels in round 18 of Super Rugby. The sides traded early penalties before a penalty try saw the Reds lead 10-3. The Rebels hit back with two tries in quick succession to lead 17-10. However, the Reds would finish the first half strongly, with two tries in the final few minutes seeing them take a 24-17 advantage into the break. Two early second half penalties saw the Rebels reduce the deficit to just a single point. The Reds then picked up a yellow card, but the Rebels failed to capitalize on their numerical advantage. A Reds penalty with ten minutes to play saw the hosts make it a four pointball game. Shortly after, the Reds crossed for their fourth try to take control of the match, with a late penalty sealing the win.