Fijiana Drua shock NSW Waratahs with inspiring 20-17 comeback win to reach Super W final
Fijiana Drua earned the opportunity to defend their Super W title with the win over the Waratahs.(AAP: Mark Evans)
Fijiana Drua secured their place in the Super W final after a dramatic 20-17 victory over the New South Wales Waratahs. The Drua recovered from a 17-0 deficit to seal their spot in the final, thanks to a late try from Vani Arei. The Waratahs had been aiming for their fifth championship in six years but fell short in the semi-final after a spirited comeback from the Drua. The Fijian side will now face the Queensland Reds in the final. In the second semi-final, the Reds also came from behind to secure their place in the final with a 23-20 victory over the ACT Brumbies. Carys Dallinger's late penalty secured the win for the Reds, who will now face the Drua in the final.