Haven well beaten by Table Topping Crusaders
The Crusaders secured a dominant 42-12 victory over Whitehaven R.L.F.C. in their League One clash on Saturday, 26 April 2025. The Crusaders led 26-0 at halftime and continued their strong performance in the second half.
Match Highlights
Crusaders’ Tries: Oliver Davies, Patrick Ah Van, Sam Wilde (x2), Lloyd Roby, Cole Oakley, Oliver Brookes.
Whitehaven’s Tries: Ellis Nixon, Cameron Brown.
Conversions: Crusaders’ Jamie Dallimore (7), Whitehaven’s Kieran Tyrer (2).
Here’s a breakdown of the key moments and standout performances in the Crusaders’ dominant victory over Whitehaven:
Early Pressure: Crusaders started aggressively, pinning Whitehaven deep in their own half with strong attacking sets. Opening Try: Oliver Davies powered over the line in the 8th minute, setting the tone for the match.Sam Wilde crossed twice within a 10-minute span, both from quick offloads near the try line. Whitehaven struggled to make ground, with Crusaders’ pack dominating possession.
Second Half: Whitehaven Fight Back But Crusaders Finish Strong
Ellis Nixon scored early in the second half, giving Whitehaven hope at 26-6.: Lloyd Roby and Oliver Brookes added two more tries in the final 15 minutes, sealing the emphatic victory.
Man of the Match: Jamie Dallimore played a crucial role, converting 7 tries with pinpoint accuracy.
Crusaders’ relentless attacking play overwhelmed Whitehaven, who fought hard but couldn’t contain the hosts’ momentum.