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Super 15: Rennie names Chiefs side for final

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Hamilton News·
2 Aug, 2012 04:00 AM2 mins to read

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Chiefs coach Dave Rennie has named an unchanged side from last week's semifinal victory over the Crusaders to meet the Sharks in Saturday night's Super Rugby final in Hamilton.

There was an injury cloud over lock Craig Clarke but the workhorse second-rower has overcome his knee complaint to be fit
for selection.

The Chiefs toppled the Crusaders 20-17 in Hamilton last weekend to make their way to the big dance, while the John Plumtree-coached Sharks beat the Stormers 26-19 to book their place in the showpiece game.

Transplanted Kiwi Steve Walsh will referee the game, which will be his second Super Rugby final after he controlled the decider between the Sharks and the Bulls in 2007.

"It hasn't really sunk in, but obviously I am pleased, you always want to be recognised for strong performances," Walsh said.

"I suppose it is always nice that people appreciate the work you put out there."

Kick-off is at 7.35pm on Saturday.

Chiefs: Robbie Robinson, Tim Nanai-Williams, Andrew Horrell, Sonny Bill Williams, Asaeli Tikoirotuma, Aaron Cruden, Tawera Kerr-Barlow, Kane Thompson, Tanerau Latimer, Liam Messam, Brodie Retallick, Craig Clarke, Ben Tameifuna, Mahonri Schwalger, Sona Taumalolo Reserves: Hika Elliot, Ben Afeaki, Michael Fitzgerald, Sam Cane, Brendon Leonard, Jackson Willison, Lelia Masaga

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