The highly anticipated opening round of the Helderberg Rugby CommCup got underway on Sunday (28 September) with a blockbuster set of fixtures that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
In an unconventional Sunday afternoon kick-off, Riverside Park was packed to capacity as the Helderberg community came out in full force to celebrate their clubs, their heritage, and the rising stars of the game.
From the first whistle, the rugby was nothing short of scintillating.
The day opened with a thriller as Strand RFC and Eersteriver RFC went head-to-head in a tightly contested battle. The clash was forced into sudden-death extra time with the scoreboard locked, before Strand held their nerve to slot a last-minute penalty and secure a 31-28 victory in dramatic fashion.
Next up, St George’s RFC reminded everyone why they remain one of the premier clubs in the basin, producing a commanding performance to overwhelm Strand United RFC with a resounding 54-13 win.
Recently promoted back into Super League B, All Saints RFC showcased both confidence and flair as they swept past Raithby Universals in a 40-7 triumph.
The final match of the afternoon saw hosts Macassar RFC take on Sir Lowrians RFC, who is also fresh from promotion into Super League C. With passionate home support behind them, the MC Boys proved too strong, sealing a hard-fought 21-11 victory to close out an unforgettable day.
With the first round complete, all eyes now turn to Helderzicht Sports Ground tonight (Wednesday 1 October), where the semi-finals promise even more drama, intensity, and excitement as the road to the CommCup final heats up.
The Helderberg Rugby CommCup started with a bang, and the best is yet to come.
๏ฎTickets for the semi-finals can be bought online at www.quicket.co.za. Fixtures can be found on the Macassar RFC Facebook page.
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