Shock substitutions, last-ditch heroics & a legend's farewell: you won't believe what's happening in the ANZ Premiership Grand Final
Synopsis As the second half kicks off, Peta Toeava steps into the goal attack position, while Ellie Bird bids farewell in her final match for the Mainland Tactix. The Mystics are currently navigating the second quarter, but the Tactix are holding strong with a lead. Burger and Watson have successfully seized possession, and Wallam seems to be finding her rhythm. 2025 July 27, 10:26 a.m.
ADVERTISEMENT Peta Toeava at goal attack as the second half begins!?
27 July 2025 10:19 A.M.
With Ellie Bird, scheduled to retire from Mainland Tactix is playing her last game. 27 July 2025 10:16 AMThe Mystics are now in the second quarter and The Tactix holds a good lead.
ADVERTISEMENT Burger and Watson have gained a lot of ball, and the visitors have attacked calmly. He appeared more at ease in the second quarter, Wallam. From this position, the Mystics can still win since they have the quality and can score goals fast.27 July 2025 10:14 A.M.
ADVERTISEMENT The Tactix maintain a solid lead despite the Mystics settling in the second quarter. 27 July 2025 10:10 A.M.
ADVERTISEMENT Wallam was hit by a Toeava bullet!27 July 2025 10:10 A.M.
ADVERTISEMENT Vui fails to make a two-point try.27 July 2025 10:07 AM With the Mystics getting some momentum, the Tactix announce a time-out. Tactix is ahead 25–18.27 July 2025 10:06 AM For the Mystics, a consecutive couple.2025 July 27, 10:06 a.m. Hall receives a much-needed change.27 July 2025 10:05 A.M. When attacking, the Tactix are extremely well-managed.2025 July 27, 10:01 a.m. Sokolich-Beatson has switched to WD, and Holly has joined GD.27 July 2025 9:58 A.M. The Tactix had a 17–8 lead in the beginning, and nobody noticed! Updated at 9:59 AM on July 27, 202527 July 2025 9:54 A.M. Once more, Watson touches the ball.27 July 2025 9:54 A.M. Finally, the Mystics defenders triumph after forcing a held ball that is thrown away at the other end due to Vui's excessive pass.27 July 2025 9:51 A.M. It's super shot time.27 July 2025 9:50 A.M. Lokotui hits the shooting end with a ripper.27 July 2025 9:50 A.M. For the first time in almost five minutes, the Mystics score27 July 2025 9:49 A.M. The guidance given by Mystics coach Tia Winikerei to her attacking end is excellent. The Tactix defenders are heading for the ball, therefore they must take it hard.27 July 2025 9:48 A.M. The Mystics call a team time-out after the Tactix wins 10–4.27 July 2025 9:46 AM Burger and Watson are already on fire! Wallam is forced into a handling error by Watson.27 July 2025 9:45 A.M. Toeava loses the ball to Burger!27 July 2025 9:43 A.M. Watson deflection on the 45! Bird thanks Burger for picking up the ball, and the game's first break begins.27 July 2025 9:42 A.M. Watson and Burger come very close to a turnover once more, but fall short.27 July 2025 9:41 A.M. One-on-one, Watson has come very close to winning the ball!27 July 2025 9:41 A.M. So far, goal after goal.27 July 2025 9:40 A.M. Started at last, and the Mystics score on a centre pass.27 July 2025 9:25 A.M. The Tactix second half in the elimination final was breathtaking, according to Mystics assistant coach Rob Wright.27 July 2025 9:24 A.M. The two lineups aren't very shocking.27 July 2025 9:11 A.M. The Tactix GS Ellie Bird GA Selby-Rickit Te Paea Erikana Pedersen, WA C. Holly Mather WD Paris Lokotui Karin Burger, GD GK Watson, Jane27 July 2025 9:11 A.M. The lineup for Mystics:
WD, C Tayla Earle, WA Peta Toeava, GA Filda Vui, and GS Donnell Wallam
GD's Katie Te Ao Sokolich-Beatson, Michaela, GK Hall, Catherine
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