Chiefs upset Reds
March 3, 2001

In an enthralling game of rugby in Rotorua tonight, the Chiefs held on to beat a much-fancied Reds side, 32-29. This was a triumph for coach John Mitchell and the spirit he has instilled in his side.

The set plays of the Chiefs were superb, veteran Mark Cooksley dominating at the lineout, his makeshift front row holding its own against a more experienced unit and skipper Deon Muir playing his heart out to inspire his side. Behind the forwards, fly half Glen Jackson had a superb game with the boot , kicking a total of 22 points and controlling the field position of his team.

The Reds' Elton Flatley was in similarly devastating from , scoring 19 points of his own and putting in an immaculate all round effort.Always looking dangerous and well-organised, the Reds will be disappointed to have come away with just one bonus point , bot tonight they were up a very determined and organized Chiefs side which is going to give many sides plenty to think about this season.

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