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Reds' Run over as Chiefs Set up All-Kiwi Super Semis
Damien McKenzie scored two second-half tries as the Chiefs advanced to the semifinals, while Wallace Sititi was taken to hospital after a head knock.
On Saturday night in Hamilton, the Chiefs defeated the Reds 46-24, eliminating the visitors from the Super Rugby Pacific title race.
Australian teams' winless record in New Zealand playoffs stretched to 0-22 following the result, marking another postseason disappointment across the Tasman.
Chiefs loose forward Wallace Sititi was taken to hospital after suffering a head knock in the 17th minute, forcing medical staff to stop play.
Playmaker Damien McKenzie secured the victory with two second-half tries, including a score in the 64th minute that extended the Chiefs' lead beyond reach.
Next week, the Chiefs host defending champions the Crusaders in the Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals, following the Christchurch-based team's 52-31 win over the Blues.