BUCKS (AUS)SHARKS1 (ZAF) 2019-11-10 17 - 5 Full Time SHARKS1 (ZAF)

After dominating the Group / Pool Stages (3W – 0L), the Brimbank Bucks look to continue their form against the Westcoast Sharks #1. Westcoast Sharks #1 were able to unlock their speed in this game and kept the game close. However, the Bucks switched to straight-line running using their heavier ball carriers and keeping possession well.

BLACKHAWKS (MYS)VIPERS (NZL) 2019-11-10 19 - 7 Full Time VIPERS (NZL)

Free  Flow Play against Structured Play reflected each teams strengths. With both teams relentless at the contact, it was scoreless until a lapse in discipline had the Blackhawks given a yellow card. Vipers struck immediately taking the lead. The Vipers looked to pile on the pressure but could not capitalise. Blackhawks switch in strategy to kick deep and force the ball into open play paid dividends.

COBRA (MYS)POLIS (MYS) 2019-11-10 24 - 0 Full Time POLIS (MYS)

The Set-piece execution has been solid for COBRA and the excellence continues. Polis were on the backfoot and stayed there for most of the game. It was COBRA all the way to advance to the next round.

LIONS (NZL)NNK (ZAF) 2019-11-10 12 - 24 Full Time NNK (ZAF)

Global Lions who have been physically dominant throughout the group stages were very much surprised with a far different NNK team. NNK operated on a another gear matching the physicality via their own Brandon Grant. Things simply clicked for NNK scoring at every available opportunity given. Global Lions worked well to return some points but fell short against the pace set by NNK.

BUCKS (AUS)BLACKHAWKS (MYS) 2019-11-10 10 - 14 Full Time BLACKHAWKS (MYS)

The Blackhawks started out strong making use of every available possession to move the ball quickly and pressuring the bucks line of defense. The 1^st half showed the Blackhawks quickness to the breakdown forcing penalties and the Buck found themselves 2 tries down. The Buck mounted a comeback and came back with 2 tries. However, the conversion kicks making the difference. Blackhawks advance to the Finals.

COBRA (MYS)NNK (ZAF) 2019-11-10 26 - 5 Full Time NNK (ZAF)

COBRA came out of the gates firing going 3 tries up within 4 minutes of the game. NNK held out to bring it a try back. In the 2^nd half, the pace of play by both team went up another gear. The pace forced an error in defense by NNK which resulted in a penalty and a yellow card. COBRA immediately capitalised to score.

BLACKHAWKS (MYS)COBRA (MYS) 2019-11-10 12 - 15 Full Time COBRA (MYS)

Great execution at the set piece have provided COBRA with Great attacking platform. The results: 2 tries. Blackhawks with good line-speed, kept COBRA at bay. After soaking the pressure, Blackhawks displayed their ability to attack from deep within their territory. A kick and Chase, no-look pass, a quick step and smooth flow, levelled the scores going into 2^nd half.

The 2^nd half was an increase in intensity by both teams. Be it a possession, a set-piece or at the breakdown, everything was contested and not a single inch went unchallenged. Tries opportunities came and went with desperate defense.

10 meters away with 2 minutes left, COBRA had possession and pressuring the Blackhawks try-line hard. It took 1 error. With the clock running out, a Blackhawk player strayed offside.

The result: Penalty.
Penalty Drop Kick. Between the Posts.

COBRA WINS the 49th COBRA 10s International 2019!