In a highly anticipated Super Rugby Pacific matchup on Saturday night, Andrew Kellaway of the Waratahs exchanged playful banter with his Wallabies teammate Harry Wilson, who was bloodied but unbowed. The incident escalated early in the game when Kellaway received a yellow card for lifting Wilson in a dangerous tackle, prompting a heated exchange as he left the field, with Wilson visibly frustrated.
Commentator Justin Harrison noted the competitive tension on the sidelines, highlighting Kellaway’s cheeky remarks to Wilson, reminding him that as a forward, he should be tougher. Despite the playful hostility, Wilson managed to turn the tables on Kellaway moments after the latter’s return from the sin bin by scoring a try, showcasing his resilience and determination.
The match saw an early shock with Waratahs winger Triston Reilly scoring a try in just the third minute. However, the Reds, led by their fullback Heremaia Murray, quickly responded with a clever chip-and-chase try, followed by another from reserve hooker Richie Asiata, who capitalised on a dominant rolling maul, handing Queensland a solid 21-8 lead at halftime. The Reds continued to dominate, ultimately securing a 35-15 victory over NSW, marking the Waratahs’ first defeat of the season.