Saturday Super Rugby Top Performers

We take a look at the Top Performers from the opening Super Rugby matches on Saturday.

Lomano Lemeki

Lemeki was one of the Sunwolves most dangerous weapons in their match against the Blues.

The Speedster gained 104 running metres beating 8 defenders and won 5 turnovers.

Akira Ioane

Ioane's impressive form continued for the Blues as he dotted down for yet another try.

He carried the ball 15 times for his side beating 7 defenders, gaining 65 running metres and made 1 clean break.

He made 5 tackles and two turnovers as the Blues went onto win the match 24-10.

Lappies Labuschagne

Labuschagne put in a massive defensive effort for the Sunwolves making 27 tackles and 3 turnovers.

His work at the breakdown got the Sunwolves out of a number of testing situations throughout the match.

Amanaki Mafi

Another huge performance for the Japanese international against the Jaguares. 

Mafi made 109 running metres from his 22 carries, he beat 5 defenders and made 1 clean break.

He also made 8 tackles and 1 turnover.

Marcos Kremer

Kremer had a busy game against the Rebels making 15 tackles and carried the 6 times.

His lineout and breakdown work was exceptional as his side were able to hold the Rebels out for a 22-25 win.

Ramiro Moyano

Moyano was key to the Jaguares win today as he made over 100 running metres beating 9 defenders and made 3 clean breaks.

He was rewarded for his efforts in the 57th minute with a try.

His work on defence was also brilliant with Marika Koroibete running at him throughout the game. He made 9 tackles missing only one and won one turnover.