Drua miss out on win against Reds

Brisbane, 31 May 2025 — The Queensland Reds concluded their Super Rugby Pacific regular season with a commanding 52–7 victory over the Fijian Drua at Suncorp Stadium. This emphatic win not only secured the Reds' place in the finals but also served as a resounding statement of intent.

Winger Lachie Anderson was the standout performer, crossing the try line four times in the first half. His remarkable feat places him alongside Australian rugby greats Joe Roff and Drew Mitchell as the only players to score four tries in a Super Rugby match for an Australian team .

The Reds established dominance early, with Anderson's tries in the 12th, 18th, 22nd, and 39th minutes. Additional first-half tries from Josh Canham and conversions by Tom Lynagh extended the lead to 33–0 at halftime.

In the second half, the Drua managed a solitary try through Haereiti Hetet, converted by Isaiah Armstrong-Ravula. However, the Reds continued their onslaught with tries from Josh Flook, Filipo Daugunu, Joe Brial, and Ryan Smith, culminating in a comprehensive 52–7 scoreline .

This victory propels the Reds into the finals with significant momentum, while the Drua conclude their season with a disappointing performance.