Three penalty tries may make headlines but the real story is the Blues cementing the notion they have turned a corner under Tana Umaga.
Another turbulent season concluded on a memorable note last night, with the Blues securing a 34‑28 five‑tries‑to‑four victory over the Waratahs.
It was a rollercoaster of a match that saw the emotions of those Blues fans at Eden Park ride a familiar unpredictable journey.
In the end, they left happy with the knowledge there is more to come in 2017, though slightly disappointed the Blues season is over without playoff action.
In other matches Rebels edged the Reds 31-28 and the Sharks beat the Sunwolves 40-29.
Eight teams will play in the Super Rugby quarter finals next week.
The top team from each conference will make the top four teams while the remaining four teams will come as the best qualifiers.
In tonight’s matches, the Hurricanes will take on the Crusaders at 5.15 while the Highlanders will face the Chiefs at 7.35pm.
Source: stuff.co.nz
