The ACT Brumbies will end the weekend on top of Super Rugby Pacific after a 24-14 win over the Queensland Reds.
The win makes it five straight over the Reds as they closed out the win in the second half.
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With the game locked up at half-time, winger Andy Muirhead and fullback Tom Wright scored back-to-back tries for a big lead.
The Reds tried to hit back after Josh Nasser crossed for the rolling maul try.
However, it was the Brumbies night once again as they ensure they will play at home come the opening round of the finals.
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A golden chance for a bonus point has gone begging for the Reds.
Kalani Thomas and Dre Pakeo carve the Brumbies open but that final pass with an overlap hits the deck and that sums up their night
24-14 Brumbies: Ryan Lonergan kicks an easy penalty as the Brumbies are all but home.
Lonergan winds down the clock and slots it for a ten point lead with less than dive left.
The Brumbies aren't ready to play defensive and light up the Reds with a classy backline move.
They spread it wide and Andy Muirhead puts it on the toe, with the ball out for a five metre lineout that they pinch.
They are held up twice over the line as the warning comes from Nic Berry that the next Red who is penalised is off for an early shower
The visitors have plenty of chance to strike but can't make that final stick.
They try to launch from a midway scrum as the ball travels forward and into touch.
The Reds are full of confidence and find space up the middle through Fraser McReight.
The visitors spin it out wide but the pass can't find its mark to Tim Ryan and the Brumbies hold on
21-14 Brumbies: Josh Nasser pilots the maul home and the Reds are back in this game.
Nasser and the Reds stay patient and the space eventually opens for the hooker to dive over.
The Reds are refusing to die as they return to 15 on the field.
They are camped inside the Brumbies' 22 and earn another penalty for a five metre maul
21-7 Brumbies: Tom Wright finally has a try in 2025 and don't the Brumbies players celebrate in style!
Wright takes the line on and powers his way through the defence to slam it down and open his account.
14-7 Brumbies: Andy Muirhead puts the Brumbies in front as the hosts make use of the numbers.
Declan Meredith continues his fine game as throws the cut-out ball for the winger to swan-dive over for the try.
It comes as a cost as Allan Alaalatoa comes off in pain with an ankle injury.
Hunter Paisami is in strife after a clear high tackle draws the ire of the Canberra faithful.
The centre sits down for ten as the tackle goes under review
The Reds are shutting down the Brumbies at breakdown time as they force another turnover.
The Brumbies start the half strong, only for flyhalf Harry McLaughlin-Phillips to pick his moment and turn the ball over
Declan Merdeith shrugged off any thoughts of a concussion as he broke the line.
The flyhalf just can't find his support and the Reds survive and work their way into the hosts' half
Billy Pollard is set for a stint in the sidelines after a high shot.
The hooker fails to drop his body height as he collects John Bryant high, with the incident under review.
The Brumbies are feeling the momentum and nearly find themselves in front
Rob Valetoini runs a great line but the visitors muscle up and dump him over the sideline, leading to some words and pushing from the two sides.
The Reds work their way into solid field position but are left with nothing after fierce defence.
The Brumbies halt their rolling maul and eventually Rob Valetini gets a rare pilfer penalty on their line.
7-all: Allan Alaalatoa continues his freakish try-scoring run for the Brumbies.
Alaalatoa makes it seven for the year as he dives over from close for a big try.
The Brumbies are starting to find their feet in a repeat of the last encounter between these two sides.
Andy Muirhead has slotted into ten but it hasn't halted their attack as they create a couple of half-chances.
The ACT Brumbies have been forced into an early change with Declan Meredith off for a HIA.
The flyhalf doesnt seem too concerned but has to come off for Ollie Sapsford.
7-0 Reds: The Reds slience the home crowd with a great effort from Tate McDermott.
The scrumhalf beats two and races away, drawing the fullback for Tim Ryan, who picks up the tough pass for the try.
The Queensland Reds are enjoying early terrritory as they hunt for first points.
In trademark fashion, they turn down three and opt for the line, with the Brumbies scrambling for the goal-line dropout
Welcome to the second game in Canberra as the ACT Brumbies face the Queensland Reds.
Conditions are colder than the Queenslanders will like, with the chance of rain potentially later in the night.
Big game for both sides, with home finals on the line.
Tries: Alaalatoa, Muirhead, Wright
Cons: R. Lonergan 3/3
Tries: Ryan, Nasser
Cons: McLaughlin-Phillips 2/2
BRUMBIES (1-15): James Slipper, Billy Pollard, Allan Alaalatoa (c), Nick Frost, Lachlan Shaw, Rob Valetini, Rory Scott, Tom Hooper, Ryan Lonergan, Declan Meredith, Corey Toole, David Feliuai, Len Ikitau, Andy Muirhead, Tom Wright
Replacements: Lachlan Lonergan, Lington Ieli, Rhys van Nek, Cadeyrn Neville, Tuaina Taii Tualima, Harrison Goddard, Hudson Creighton, Ollie Sapsford
REDS (1-15): Sef Fa'agase, Richie Asiata, Zane Nonggorr, Josh Canham, Ryan Smith, Joe Brial, Fraser McReight, John Bryant, Tate McDermott (c), Harry McLaughlin-Phillips, Tim Ryan, Hunter Paisami, Filipo Daugunu, Lachie Anderson, Jock Campbell
Replacements: Josh Nasser, Jeffery Toomaga-Allen, Massimo De Lutiis, Angus Blyth, Connor Vest, Kalani Thomas, Dre Pakeho, Heremaia Murray
Referee: Nic Berry
Assistant Referees: Damon Murphy, Jordan Kaminski
TMO: James Leckie
The Brumbies' clash with the Reds will be shown LIVE on Stan Sport and the Nine Network.
Coverage will be live and ad-free on Stan Sport, slated to start at 7:00 pm with kickoff expected at 7:35 pm.
The game will also be shown on free-to-air television on 9Gem, with coverage beginning at 7:00 pm
