Rhinos, Hogs sail to rugby finals

Hogs qualified for the final by beating BDF Cheetahs 26-11 in the first semi-final match setting up an opportunity to defend their title. The match between Rhinos and Jwaneng Wildebeests was physical from the first whistle, something that was expected when the two sides met because there was a lot at stake. Rhinos went in the game with a point to prove while Wildebeests had believed that they can pull a surprise although they were making their debut for the top flight league. Wildebeests also wanted to revenge for the loss they suffered at the hands of Rhinos in the first leg.

Wildebeests were the first to break the ice and score the first try by Admire Shonhiwa in the third minute after intercepting the ball while their opponents were still settling in the game. By end of the game, Shonhiwa had scored two tries with another try coming from Tumelo Fembo who came in from the bench. Wildebeests coveted through Tlotlo Seitlamo to take the lead. Chips fell apart for Wildebeests when Scotty Patson was red carded after a dangerous tackle on a Rhinos player during a point when the ball was already in motion. The two sides continued battling it out with tries being scored interchangeably by the two sides.