Moana Pasifika came up with the wettest of sails as they demolished the NSW Waratahs in the second half for the win.
Six second half tries proved the difference as they overcame a 14-point deficit for a 45-28 win.
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So what did we learn?
The Waratahs are at a crossroads after what seemed like a bounce-back win was on the cards.
They looked sensational in the first half for a 21-7 lead at the break, but fell apart to allow Moana Pasifika to get back into the game and secure the win.
It doesn’t get any easier with the Chiefs coming to Sydney next weekend.
But they need to step up and respond if they are to be a serious finals team.
The Waratahs will have a tough review on Monday after a sudden capitulation in the second half cost them the win.
They were all at sea as Moana Pasifika diced apart with ease for three tries in seven minutes.
In total, the Waratahs missed 17 tackles and gave up four tries as they fell off tackles far too easily.
Semisi Tupou Ta’eiloa’s effort summed it up, beating five of the Waratahs as they just peeled off.
Moana Pasifika went into the game as one of the best second half teams and it showed, unstoppable as they found a way to win.
They were their worst enemy in the first half, giving up every coach killer you can imagine to gift Waratahs tries.
But suddenly, they flipped a switch, and their bench was massive. Fine Inisi was a welcome return and stepped up while Jackson Garden-Bachop set up several changes
It was a crucial win after their excellent performance against the Crusaders, securing back-to-back victories for the first time in their history.
Feleti Sae-Ta’ufo'ou couldn’t believe his luck as the tight-head prop crossed for a rare hat-trick.
The young prop has been solid in his debut season but broke out for a remarkable three-try effort in 50 minutes.
He was rightfully cramping after the third, backing up a break to power over the line to keep Moana Pasifika in the game.
He is one of several unheralded names who have stepped up for Moana Pasifika in 2025.
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii was at his brilliant best at fullback for the Waratahs despite the defeat.
It may have taken a while to get into full speed after the toe injury but his effort from his own five metre line to beat two and set up Triston Reilly from nothing was sensational.
He looked calm at the back and found the necessary time and space to impose himself on the game, throwing a beauty for Reilly’s first try along with setting up Teddy Wilson in the second half.
His presence caused Moana Pasifika all kinds of headaches, setting up the space for Andrew Kellaway to score unmarked as they raced up on him before half-time.
