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A late try from Hosea Gear helped the Highlanders win in Dunedin against the Crusaders on Saturday. At half time, they were winning 20-10 after tries from Andrew Hore and Phil Burleigh.
A brilliant individual score from Will Genia was the difference between the two sides as the Reds overcame the Crusaders in a thrilling final to claim their first Super Rugby title.
Brumbies fans will be wondering where this team has been all season after their side produced a superbly committed display to defeat the table topping Reds at the Suncorp Stadium on Saturday
A brilliant individual performance from Quade Cooper and a tremendous defensive effort helped the Reds record their seventh consecutive win of the season