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FNB CPUT trampled previously unbeaten FNB TUT to record a fourth consecutive bonus-point win (54-20). A clash between two unbeaten contenders ultimately swung the way of the Tekkies as they dominated their opponents throughout the match, attacking the gain line at will while stifling the majority of the Vikings' attempts on the attack.
The first half dished up six tries to the defending champions as they ran rampant. Hooker Siyasanga Ngubelanga bagged a brace while No 8 Sesona Macala, flank Ché Klaasen and wings Asisipho Malotana and Nathan Nkutu crossed to record a bonus point before half-time.
FNB TUT flyhalf Lusanda Xakwana registered two penalties to ensure they went into the break with something to show for their efforts.
The second half proved to be a more balanced affair as FNB CPUT struggled to get back into the swing of things but they did rectify the ship in the 52nd minute as Macala scored his brace followed by lock Anenceba Salman six minutes later. Synders and replacement utility back Imibongo Vabaza added the extras.
FNB TUT was thrown a lifeline when the Tekkies lost replacement hooker Damian Isaacs to a yellow card. The Vikings pounced on their one-man advantage as No 8 Handro Horn and Xakwana crossed the chalk to add some respectability to the scoreboard.
FNB Player that Rocks: Sesona Macala (FNB CPUT)
FNB CPUT: Tries: Siyasanga Ngubelanga (2), Sesona Macala (2), Ché Klaasen, Asisipho Malotana, Nathan Nkutu, Anenceba Salman. Conversions: Feghon-Leigh Snyders (3), Imibongo Vabaza. Penalties: Snyders, Vabaza.
FNB TUT Vikings: Tries: Handro Horn, Lusanda Xakwana. Conversions: Lusanda Xakwana (2). Penalties: Lusanda Xakwana (2).