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The Waikato Chiefs came from behind to beat the ACT Brumbies 27-11 in the Super 15 final Saturday, to reinforce their standing as the southern hemisphere rugby powerhouse.
The Chiefs claimed their second Super crown in as many years with a 15-point closing burst, after trailing 12-22 with 17 minutes to go.
Before a packed crowd of 25,000 at Waikato Stadium, the Chiefs outscored the Brumbies two tries to one.
Liam Messam and Robbie Robinson both crossed the line while Aaron Cruden landed one conversion and five penalties.
Christian Lealiifano scored all the Brumbies points with a converted try and five penalties.
