Crusaders decimate the Cheetahs

The Crusaders have turned around a four-point deficit to completely dismantle the Cheetahs, scoring eight tries and notching a half-century.

Looking set to win their first game on tour, a Willie le Roux yellow card in the 48th minute proved the end of the Cheetahs chances as the Crusaders quickly hit back with four tries in his ten minute absence.



It wasn't the 80-minute performance the Crusaders were looking for, but there was plenty of encouragement for coach Todd Blackadder while contemplating a tough two-match South African tour to take on the Bulls and Sharks.

Both teams were hit…