Super Rugby LIVE: Waratahs host Reds in must-win match to keep finals hopes alive We’re sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. We’re working to restore it. Please try again later. DismissSkip to sections navigationSkip to contentSkip to footer Our network Open NavigationMenu Brisbane Times Brisbane Times Search Site Show subsections Federal election 2025 Western Australia Show subsections Bulls N' Bears The economy Banking & finance Small business Show subsections North America Middle East South America Show subsections Western Australia Show subsections Show subsections Rugby union Show subsections Tips & advice Show subsections Art & design Live reviews Show subsections Health & wellness Life & relationships Show subsections Destination guides Inspiration Reviews & advice Travel news Good Weekend Sunday Life Show subsections Super & retirement Planning & budgeting Environment Show subsections Conservation Climate change Sustainability Show subsections Video games The Sydney Morning Herald Brisbane Times The Australian Financial Review Commercial Real Estate Advertisement Rugby Union Super Rugby LIVE: Waratahs host Reds in must-win match to keep finals hopes alive By Tom Decent Updated May 9, 2025 — 7.19pmfirst published at 6.55pm Log in, register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Normal text size Larger text size Very large text size Go to latest Pinned post from 4.04pm How will tonight’s match play out? Latest posts Latest posts Key stats ahead of this Waratahs and Reds clash Courtesy of the good folk at Opta. Reds’ dominance Over Waratahs: Queensland have won seven of their last eight meetings with NSW, including each of the past three. Their most recent win in Sydney was a 27-26 nail-biter in 2024. Waratahs’ losing momentum: NSW have lost four of their last five matches, including their last two. This comes after starting the season winning four from five. They haven’t managed to score more than 17 points in their past two outings. Waratahs strong at home: Despite recent struggles, the Waratahs have won their last five home games, with an average winning margin of 8.4 points. Their last longer home streak was in 2014 when they won all 10. Reds’ away woes: The Reds have lost three of their last four away games, including the last two. They haven’t lost more than two away games in a row since a four-match streak between 2023 and 2024. Tackling Trends: Queensland are the most efficient tackling side in the competition, averaging just 2.2 missed tackles that lead to line breaks per game. The Waratahs, by contrast, average a competition-worst 7.6. A word from Drennan at Allianz Stadium “It’s a perfect night for rugby with fans already in the stadium for an entertaining opener between Shore and Barker. “Onto the main event, the Waratahs have played ten games, winning five at home and losing five on the road. Tonight they face the Reds and will be hoping that home comforts help them home. The major ins for NSW are Dave Porecki coming back at hooker from an achilles to provide leadership and some physicality for a pack that was beaten up last week in Canberra by the Brumbies. “The Reds have their own injury concerns, with No.8 Harry Wilson still nursing his broken arm, but the return of second-rowers Lukhan Salakaia-Loto and Josh Canham could be crucial.” A big crowd is expected tonight at Allianz Stadium Advertisement How will tonight’s match play out? Hello and welcome G’day rugby fans. Welcome to our live coverage of today’s Super Rugby clash between the Waratahs and Reds in Sydney. It’s Tom Decent in the blogging bureau ready to take you through this evening. Fascinating game in store tonight. Kick-off is at 7.35pm AEST. Expect plenty of spice in this one. Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii.Credit: Getty Images Most Viewed in Sport Advertisement Back to top Brisbane Times Brisbane Times The Sydney Morning Herald The Australian Financial Review Classifieds Commercial Real Estate Brisbane Times Contact & support Advertise with us Newsletters Accessibility guide Photo sales Content licensing Work with us Terms of use Privacy policy Press Council Charter of Editorial Independence AI Editorial Guidelines Products & Services Subscription packages Subscriber FAQs Copyright © 2025