Southern Kings 30-31 Cheetahs: Rhyno Smith inspires remarkable comeback
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An incredible finish to Saturday's Pro14 game saw Rhyno Smith's late double lift Cheetahs to a stunning 31-30 win at rivals Southern Kings.
The two South African sides clashed at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium and, for much of the contest, the struggling Kings looked certain to claim their first derby win.
Bader Pretorius, who also kicked three conversions and three penalties, Stefan Ungerer and JT Jackson crossed for the home side.
Kings' lead was a handsome 30-17 with just six minutes remaining, but a remarkable late show from Rhyno Smith proved their undoing – the Cheetahs star crossing in the 76th and 81st minutes.
Replacement scrum-half Ruan Pienaar still had to keep his cool with the conversions, but his second successful kick clinched an improbable victory.
80' | Incredible kick by Ruan Pienaar and what a JUMP by Rhyno Smith.
— Toyota Cheetahs (@CheetahsRugby) January 25, 2020
Pienaar gets the winning point for @CheetahsRugby!
FINAL SCORE 3️⃣0️⃣ - 3️⃣1️⃣#GUINNESSPRO14 pic.twitter.com/k463R8IwGq
