FNB UFH managed to claim their second victory of the season when they beat FNB UKZN 30-10 at the Davidson Stadium in Alice.
It was a high-intensity encounter from the outset with UKZN initially relying on their pace. The home team then found their rhythm, testing their opponents’ defence with relentless pressure. The visitors however were the first to score with a penalty by flyhalf Khanya Kama.
UFH's dominance began to show when captain and hooker Kamvelihle Fatyela scored two tries in the space of ten minutes through their powerful driving mall. The half-time score was 10-3.
UFH continued their momentum in the second half with Okuhle Pangwa and Salisiwe Gekwa adding tries, showcasing skilful play and quick hands. Lakheni Majali also contributed with a try, demonstrating strength and pace. Despite UFH's failure to convert any conversions, they maintained control of the game.
UKZN attempted a comeback through a try by Wela-Aphumile Mnata Takata, but UFH's quick follow-up play secured their final try by Cyril Mphatsoe, sealing the victory.
Scorers;
FNB UFH: Tries: Kamvelihle Fatyela (2), Okuhle Pangwa, Salisiwe Gekwa, Lakheni Majali, Cyril Mphatsoe.
FNB UKZN: Try: Wela-Aphumile Mnata Takata. Conversion: Khanya Kama. Penalty: Khanya Kama.
FNB Player That Rocks: Kamvelihle Fatyela (FNB UKZN)
Teams
FNB UFH: 1 Mesuli Sinovuyo Samkele Nzima, 2 Kamvelihle Fatyela, 3 Bulela Magopeni, 4 Cinga Nqotyana, 5 Kamvelihle Gcweka, 6 Anda Simanga, 7 Mpho Kensly Jnr Ramahala, 8 Yanga Gazi, 9 Sinalo Jivana, 10 Apiwe Sidloyi, 11 Okuhle Pangwa, 12 Ryan Kelly Maree, 13 Lakheni Majali, 14 Salusiwe Gxekwa, 15 Cyril Mphatsoe.
FNB UKZN: 1 Benjamin Maseko, 2 Sikhona Ndulini, 3 Ulrich Cameron Walker,4 Mthomboyolo Buzani, 5 Nhlakanipho Ntando Hleloluhle Mathonsi, 6 Wela-Aphumele Mnata Takata, 7 Tinotenda Mazhindu, 8 Amahle Dlamini, 9 Thando Sphesihle Cele, 10 Khanya Junior Kama, 11 Thato Tshepang Matsoso, 12 Siso France, 13 Singele Mihlayenkosi Mkhize, 14 Jarryd Nicholls, 15 Cham Zondeki.