Top Performers: Rebels v Reds
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Dave Wessels and Brad Thorn took charge of their new sides for the first in this match and in the end it was the former's side who came out on top.
Will Genia
Genia was outstanding for the Rebels with a top-notch attacking performance. Genia bossed the Rebels attack and picked up 3 try assists on his return to Super Rugby.
What a @MelbourneRebels debut Will Genia had 🔥#REBvRED 📲 https://t.co/fq4gggYUvV pic.twitter.com/LErolPyzKK
— Ultimate Rugby (@ultimaterugby) February 23, 2018
Jono Lance
Lance played a great game for despite his side going down 45-19. The busy first five made 78 metres (the second highest of the match), beat 5 defenders, made 2 clean breaks and turnovers.
Dane Haylett-Petty
The Wallaby outside back made a fantastic returned from injury, having last played in August last year. He scored 2 tries for his new side and made 137 metres.
Amanaki Mafi
Mafi was named the Australian conference Player of the Year last year and started the season the way he ended last. He carried the ball 12 times collecting over 50 metres doing so.
Tom English
English was deadly on attack today as he went over for one try and assisted another. He beat 7 defenders (2 more than any other player) and made 3 clean breaks. On defence he made 2 turnovers for his side.