MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) -- All Blacks flyhalf Tom Taylor kicked six penalties and Ben Funnell scored the only try for the Crusaders as the New Zealand side beat the Melbourne Rebels 25-19 in Super Rugby on Friday.
The seven-time champion Crusaders led 12-9 at halftime and the Rebels scored their only try with two minute remaining through Scott Fuglistaller, giving them a bonus point for losing by fewer than seven points.
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Scores:
Crusaders 25 (Ben Funnell try; Tom Taylor conversion, 6 penalties), Melbourne 19 (Scott Fuglistaller try; Bryce Hegarty conversion penalty, Jason Woodward 3 penalties). HT: 12-9.
