In a nail-biting encounter at the Diamond City, Kimberley, Suzuki Griquas clinched a dramatic 41-38 victory over the Toyota Cheetahs to book their place in the 2025 SA Cup final.
The match was an incident-packed affair, with both sides locked at 24-24 after a frenetic first half. The second half saw the lead change hands multiple times, with the scores level on three occasions. However, a late penalty goal proved decisive as Griquas held their nerve to secure the win.
The Airlink Pumas await Griquas in next weekend’s final, set to take place in Nelspruit. Both teams will be eager to claim the title in what promises to be an exciting showdown.
Griquas’ triumph continues their impressive campaign, while the Cheetahs will rue missed opportunities in a match that could have gone either way. Rugby fans can expect another high-stakes clash when the final kicks off.
Scorers:
Suzuki Griquas 41 (24) – Tries: Cameron Hufke, Janco Uys (2), Gurshwin Wehr (2). Conversions: George Whitehead (5). Penalty goal: Whitehead (2).
Toyota Cheetahs 38 (24) – Tries: Michael Annies (2), Ali Mgijima, Prince Nkabinde, Gideon van der Merwe, Louis van der Westhuizen.
Conversions: Tiaan Swanepoel (3), Cohen Jasper.
