2023-2024 BKT URC Final: Glasgow Warriors Complete Comeback Win Over Bulls
2023-2024 BKT URC Final: Glasgow Warriors Complete Comeback Win Over Bulls
Scottish side, the Glasgow Warriors, defeated the Vodacom Bulls at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria to claim the 2023-2024 BKT United Rugby Championship title.
Scottish side, the Glasgow Warriors, claimed their first BKT URC title Saturday, defeating the Vodacom Bulls at Loftus Versfeld, 21-16.
Becoming the third different champion in the competition’s three seasons, Franco Smith’s side put in a truly remarkable performance to mount a comeback for the ages.
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Playing front of a sold-out and raucous home support, the Warriors mounted a remarkable comeback, having fallen behind 13-0 down with 40 minutes played.
However, as they have proven all season, they are never out of the fight.
Glasgow landed a crucial blow just before halftime to claim its first points of the match through secondrow Scott Cummings, who barged over for a try in the 40th minute.
As George Horne converted, the Scottish side was firmly back in the contest at 13-7 down, and outside of a lone Johan Goosen penalty, would not concede any further points.
Taking its first lead of the match through center Huw Jones in the 62nd minute, Glasgow meticulously disarmed the Bulls' attacks with precision tackles and timely turnovers.
As the final whistle echoed around Loftus, Glasgow players erupted into celebration. They lifted the trophy aloft, as the home supporters streamed out of the stadium.
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