WP beat Free State in thriller to retain Craven Week crown

Western Province overcame a spirited Free State side in the final match of the U18 Craven Week, while Boland and the Pumas secured victories on Saturday to end their respective campaigns on a high.The final day of the Craven Week tournament at Hoërskool Monument in Krugersdorp witnessed a number of exciting, high-scoring contests.

Siyabonga Kenny touched down in the 64th minute to give Free State hope of an epic Craven Week comeback, until a late try by replacement Torren February sealed a 37-24 win for the Cape side. Earlier in the day, the Pumas fought back from a 14-point half-time deficit to edge the WP XV 27-22. Boland continued their impressive run at Craven Week when they beat Eastern Province 35-27, with wing Bernedict George and fullback Howard Ocks scoring two tries apiece.. A second-half blitz by the Sharks earned them a 26-19 win over the Bulls.

Free State fullback Heinz Stockenstrom finished the U18 Stadio Craven Week with the most points , while Griquas fullback Gregan Jansen topped the try-scoring table .CRAVEN WEEK DAY FIVE RESULTS:Valke 30 Griquas 24 Boland 35 EP 27 Western Province in action at the U18 Craven Week tournament. Image: @WPRugby via X.

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