Ten years after NSW Waratahs won the Super Rugby title and brought glory back to Australian rugby, the Tahs’ dismal 2024 season has been dealt its death blow with a 27-12 mauling by Moana Pasifika in Auckland.
The defeat – NSW’s eleventh from 13 games this season – ensures Australia’s biggest rugby province will stay anchored to the bottom of the Super Rugby Pacific ladder. Next week’s clash against Queensland Reds at Allianz Stadium will be their final chance to salvage some pride from a hellish season of injury and disarray.