Published: February 02, 2020
The opening round of the Super Rugby season suggested it will be a long and difficult campaign for Australian teams
It is only one round, but the early signs indicate it will be a long season for Australia’s Super Rugby teams. That is scary for a code battling to maintain its relevance in a hyper-competitive sporting environment.
The Waratahs’ 43-25 loss to defending champions the Crusaders in Nelson was oh-so predictable; the Rebels’ upset 36-27 defeat to the Sunwolves in Fukuoka was hugely disappointing; and the Brumbies’ 27-24 win over the Reds in ridiculously hot and smoky conditions in Canberra was difficult to gauge.
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