The NSW Waratahs produced an epic bounce-back to take down the Queensland Reds 47-19 in Narrabri.
The Waratahs defied a late Reds fightback as fullback James Hendren announced himself to Australia Rugby.
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So, what did we learn?
NSW Waratahs fans need to learn the name of James Hendren after his four-try haul.
The Randwick fullback was exceptional for the visitors, showcasing the type of talent that tore apart the Shute Shield.
His third try was the pick of the bunch - burning notable speedster Tim Ryan to race away and wrestle back momentum on the 50 minute mark.
Hendren has been around the Waratahs squad but injury cruelled his chance to debut in Super Rugby Pacific.
With Harry Potter joining the group, it adds to the insane talent in the back three at Daceyville.
Narrabri may be traditionally Brial country, but the Harveys (and Fowlers) have bragging rights for the night.
Joe Brial was one of the Reds’ best in the loss, starting and finishing a decisive move early in the half.
Ultimately, it’s a pair of future guns from the region that will enjoy the win as Joey Fowler and Sid Harvey get to celebrate the victory at home.
Harvey kicked strong and nearly produced a magic chip and chase try while young half Fowler will be better for the run after an early 50/22 calmed the nerves.
It capped off a perfect day for the Harveys as emerging scrum half Martha helped the Waratahs women to a comeback win, while the Brials could yet celebrate victory tomorrow when younger sibling Toby plays in the U19s - albeit in sky blue.
There’s nothing like a match with Queensland to fire up the Waratahs.
NSW were outclassed at home last week but really stepped up physically against their rivals.
The injection of Isaac Kailea into the starting side was a shrewd move, stepping up alongside Miles Amatosero.
Their final quarter made the difference amid a late Reds comeback, keeping their calm and blowing away the Reds.
Aidan Ross relished the vice-captaincy and continues to show his class.
The prop’s still in his infancy at the Reds but will quickly become a cult hero with his scrummaging ability, one-upping the Waratahs throughout his stint.
He once again pressed his claims for a Wallabies call-up alongside returning hooker Matt Faessler.
Faessler’s impact was instant with a line break and a try, and the Toowoomba boy could've had another were it not ruled a double movement.
The Waratahs' bonus point win over the Reds threw Super Rugby AUS into a tailspin heading into the final round.
The Western Force secured their spot in the final, but from here it’s a three-team shootout.
NSW (five points) has the upper hand thanks to its vastly superior points difference, sitting clear of the Reds (four) and Brumbies (zero).
The Brumbies need to replicate the Waratahs’ efforts to have a chance, while a ‘Tahs defeat and Reds win over the Force will book their spot in the Final.
