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WATCH: Alberton wins the Kevin de Klerk cup

Lifestyle Alberton Rugby Club retained the Kevin de Klerk Chairman Cup on Saturday by beating Union Rugby Club 32-15 at home.

This is the third time in a row the cup is retained by Alberton.

The day started early, with the junior sides of the two clubs facing off.

Union winning the ball at a line out.

The Madalas were up next, with players over 35 years of age facing each other on the field. The third teams played after, which was a tough physical game, with Alberton winning the match 17-10.

The second teams’ match was stopped due to bad weather. When the match continued, however, it was one-way traffic. Alberton won the match comfortably with 25-10.

Some madalas in action at Alberton rugby club.

The last match of the day was that of the first teams. Union scored first, with a try being scored by Adolf Vosloo from a set-piece and the try was converted.

Union defence held Alberton at bay for most of the first half.

A lot of pressure and a red card for Wentzel Niemand of Union helped Alberton score their first try just before half-time, making the score 7-5 for Union.

Union rugby club taking the field.

Alberton was the first to score in the second half, giving them the lead for the first time, making the score 10-7.

A few minutes later, Union levelled the score with a penalty. A break from Alberton made the score 15-10 before the penalty gave Alberton an 18-10 lead.

Union hit back and scored, making the scores 18-15.

Union had more opportunity to score in the last few minutes, but Alberton made the most of their chances and a stolen ball and bad bounce gave Alberton their fourth try, making the score 25-18.

Lifestyle Alberton taking the field during the First XV match.

Alberton scored one last try when Thorn Khumalo scored a solo try, winning with 32-15.

Lifestyle Alberton grouping behind the posts.

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