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Super Rugby AUS: Western Force to host final after beating Waratahs 17-12

Western Force will host the Super Rugby AUS grand final for the second year running after running down the Waratahs late to triumph 17-12 in Sydney.

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 9:10 AM
Super Rugby AUS: Western Force to host final after beating Waratahs 17-12
Key Things to Know
  • Western Force defeated the NSW Waratahs 17-12 in Sydney.
  • The victory secures home hosting rights for the Force at Hale School in the grand final.
  • Nic Dolly, Boston Fakafanua, and Nathan Hastie scored tries for the Western Force.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Western Force earned the right to host the Super Rugby AUS grand final after defeating the NSW Waratahs 17-12 in Sydney. The victory secures hosting rights for the decider at Hale School, setting up a rematch of last year's final between the two teams.

Ethan Dobbins scored two tries for the Waratahs to give them a 12-7 halftime lead. The Force responded with early second-half tries from Nic Dolly and Boston Fakafanua, building on a first-half try from Nathan Hastie to secure the victory.

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