Hyderabad Heroes secured a 29-24 victory against Chennai Bulls in the Rugby Premier League Season 2 semifinals at Gachibowli Stadium in Hyderabad. Captain Manuel Moreno expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance, crediting coach DJ Forbes and the squad for their dedication to the game plan. Forbes, the Head Coach, emphasized the need for preparation and error reduction for the upcoming final match.
The match witnessed an intense battle as Heroes took an early lead with Taitaifono Tavita’s swift try. Chennai Bulls responded with a physical approach, leading to Marika Koroibete’s powerful score. Despite Chennai’s efforts, Hyderabad maintained their lead through strategic play, with players like Maurice Longbottom and Ravuama Seruvakula extending the advantage.
Captain Moreno’s leadership was pivotal as Hyderabad closed the gap to two points, showing resilience and determination. The Heroes’ composed play in the final moments paid off, with Sambit Pradhan and Diego Ardao securing crucial tries to seal the hard-earned victory.
