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The Brumbies suffer a staggering 66-12 loss to the Hurricanes, marking a humiliating exit from the Super Rugby Pacific play-offs. Here’s a breakdown of how each player fared in this dismal performance.
Tom Wright stands out with a match-high 77 metres gained, but his defensive effort leaves much to be desired. Andy Muirhead struggles offensively and misses three tackles, while Hudson Creighton remains largely invisible. David Feliuai makes minimal impact but contributes defensively with 10 hits. Corey Toole scores the Brumbies' only try, yet his defensive shortcomings show with three missed tackles.
Declan Meredith, the chief playmaker, battles against the Hurricanes’ dominance and fails to make an impact. Ryan Lonergan shines as the 'best of a bad bunch,' showcasing his skills with a clever kick leading to Toole's try and winning a crucial turnover. Luke Reimer impresses defensively with a match-high 18 tackles, while Rob Valetini and Cadeyrn Neville struggle to influence the game significantly.
Lachlan Shaw emerges as a bright spot, excelling in lineout possession and defense with 15 tackles. Captain Allan Alaalatoa puts in a solid defensive effort but comes second best in the scrums. The Brumbies face tough questions ahead after this defeat.
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