Lomu fails to sparkle as Reivers survive Cardiff rally

Border Reivers 26 Cardiff Blues 23

Cardiff’s problems began when Lomu spilled the ball under no pressure, allowing the Reivers to sweep up field. Lock Scott MacLeod could have reached the line himself but unselfishly unloaded to McGee, who was left with a stroll. Hore added the extras.

Cardiff hit back positively to repair some of the damage with a simple penalty by Nicky Macleod. But Hore replied in identical fashion to restore the advantage for the hosts.