Chiefs Manawa v Matatū result: Luka Connor hat-trick lifts Chiefs Manawa to third Super Rugby Aupiki win

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Description: A lot goes on behind the scenes for reporters covering the 2023 Rugby World Cup. The NZ Herald and Beyond the Game's Cheree Kinnear gives a sneak peek into life on tour. Video / NZ Herald / Getty Images

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16 Mar, 2024 05:31 AMQuick Read

A lot goes on behind the scenes for reporters covering the 2023 Rugby World Cup. The NZ Herald and Beyond the Game's Cheree Kinnear gives a sneak peek into life on tour. Video / NZ Herald / Getty Images

- Chiefs Manawa continue to set the tone in Super Rugby Aupiki, claiming their third win of the season with a 38-22 triumph over Matatū.

- Hooker Luka Connor scored a hat-trick, with two tries in the first half.

- Matatū led early through a penalty goal, but Chiefs Manawa scored four first-half tries to hold a comfortable lead at the break.

- Matatū fought back well in the second half with tries through Winnie Palamo, Alana Bremner and Charlotte Woodman, but a late charge from Krystal Murray sealed the win for the hosts.

- Matatū remain winless in three games this season.