There's no place like home for Rebels

They've conquered Christchurch and Perth, but the Melbourne Rebels know they've got to take care of business at home if they're going to make an impact this Super Rugby season.

The Rebels overcame a host of injuries to key players to beat the Western Force 21-17 in enemy territory on Friday night.



It followed their shock round-one win over the Crusaders in New Zealand.

In between those games, the Rebels lost to the Brumbies and Waratahs at home in tight affairs.

The Rebels will be back in action on Friday night when they host the Lions in Melbourne.



A win there would give the Rebe…