Semi-Final Shake-Up: Blues Stun, Brumbies Survive

· Lynn McConnell · action press
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There are just four teams left standing in DHL Super Rugby Pacific after a Qualifying Finals weekend full of thrills and surprises.

Full story and highlights to come. 

DHL Super Rugby Pacific Semi-Finals

Friday 13 June, 7.05pm NZT

Crusaders v Blues, Apollo Projects Stadium, Christchurch

Saturday 14 June, 7.05pm NZT

Chiefs v ACT Brumbies, FMG Stadium Waikato, Hamilton

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