In the final four we saw the Crusaders and the Brumbies cruise, the Hurricanes edge the Bulls and the Jaguares grind down the Chiefs.
This is the team that shone in the quarter-finals.
15. David Havili
Scored a try, beat five defenders – more than anyone else on the pitch – and made two clean breaks, along with a game-high 71 metres. The Highlanders unsurprisingly struggled to handle him.
14. Cornal Hendricks
Two tries for the Bulls flyer, who was a force of nature. His knock-on at the very end of the game was the only blemish on an outstanding performance.
13. Rob Thompson
The outside centre took it to the Crusaders and gave it everything. Tough for the 27-year-old to be on the losing side.
12. Teihorangi Walden
Thompson’s centre partner broke tackles all night and picked up a try. Another Highlander who can hold his head up high despite the elimination.
11. Matias Moroni
The Jags wing man bagged a try, beat three defenders and made a clean break. Was a real problem for the Chiefs to solve.
10. Richie Mo’unga
Two tries and perfect kicking from the playmaker as he broke a Crusaders record with 23 points in a semi-final match. Simply sensational.
9. TJ Perenara
An all-action 80 minutes from the scrum-half. Crossed for a try, created another and seemed to be everywhere at the Cake Tin.
TJ Perenara of the Hurricanes makes a break. (Photo by Hannah Peters/Getty Images)
8. Pete Samu
A brace and another bullocking display from the Melburnian. Surely he has to be the Wallabies starting No.8. Let’s hope his hammy is OK.
7. Ardie Savea
The best open-side in world rugby? If not, he’s certainly in contention. Was phenomenal for the Hurricanes as they won their quarter-final. Snagged a crucial turnover at the death as well.
6. Pablo Matera
One try, a team-high 58 metres, a team-high 17 carries and a team-high six defenders beaten. Oh, and made a team-high 15 tackles as well. Just a pure freak.
5. Guido Petti Pagadizabal
Stole two turnovers and made ten tackles in a real shift from the lock. Will be a threat for the Brumbies next weekend.
4. Rory Arnold
Continues his great season. His ability to disrupt opposition mauls, as well creating line-breaks for team-mates with his deft passing game, is second to none.
3. Allan Alaalatoa
Was massive for the Brumbies on Saturday night. Ripped in with defence, making a team-high 19 tackles, and anchored a dominant scrum.
2. Dane Coles
A strong ball-running game, combined with some good set-piece work and effective defence by the All Black.
1. Scott Sio
A key part of the Brumbies’ fearsome forward pack. Brilliant scrimmaging helped lay a platform in Canberra, though he will have his work cut out for him in Buenos Aires.
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