Match Report: The Melbourne Rebels take down the Highlanders
In their third win in as many weeks, the Melbourne Rebels have claimed another victory in their 2024 campaign, with a convincing 47 - 31 win over the Highlanders in front of an energetic home crowd. Young gun, Darby Lancaster came away with a hattrick of tries after the Rebels made the most of their width to secure the bonus point win. The return of Andrew Kellaway, Josh Kemeny and Lachie Anderson proved to be too much for the visiting team, with all three having stand-out performances with their attacking line breaks and solid defence.
Match Report: Rebels finish season strong with Round 5 win over Drua
A comprehensive performance from the Melbourne Rebels Super Rugby Women’s team, saw them beat the Fijian Drua in Round 5 of the Buildcorp Super Rugby Women’s competition. Melbourne played with finesse and aggression on both sides of the breakdown, disrupting possession and forcing turnovers all over the field. Coupled with slick skills and finishing to match, the Rebels controlled the game from start to finish.
The hat trick hero against the Highlanders, Darby was outstanding on Saturday night. Each week head to our social channels to vote for your Rebels MVP!
Super Rugby Women's Round 5 MVP: Cassie Siataga
The booming boot of Cassie Siataga was instrumental in the Rebels' first win of 2024. Kicking for 14 points plus an incredible 50:22, the fly half was all class at AAMI Park.