Sean Maloney: Dissecting Teddy Wilson’s sensational try that ‘rocked the SFS’

Typically, I kick off this weekly column with a brief introduction, a hint at what lies ahead, a touch of foreshadowing if you will.

However, there’s no time for that this Masters Monday.

We’re diving straight in, starting with the events that unfolded at the Sydney Football Stadium.

THE TRY THAT RATTLED THE SFS

Waratahs scrumhalf Teddy Wilson’s breathtaking try against the Chiefs has rightly entered the discussion for the finest ever scored at the SFS.

Sure, All Blacks great Christian Cullen dazzled us with his zig-zagging brilliance in 1996, but what Wilson delivered was in a league of its own.

I wasn’t exactly a Pythagorean scholar—math never really clicked for me.

But if we calculate the angles and dimensions on the pitch, it appears the ball travelled over 140m.

Within that span, it changed hands SEVEN times amongst FIVE players.

This miraculous moment came after the Waratahs valiantly defended their try line through SEVEN consecutive phases, with the Chiefs relentlessly applying the pressure.

It was truly remarkable.

The commentary box cam, which ‘Director Hamish’ saves for special occasions, was perfectly utilised on Friday.

And boy, did he make a fine choice.

If you catch the replay, you’ll see former NSW captain Matt Burke going wild, hands raised in adoration for the Waratahs’ heroics.

Morgan Turinui, a true rugby aficionado, manages to hold back his excitement for the crowd’s roars, only to deliver a stunning recap of the unbelievable coast-to-coast effort.

Pals in the crowd have told me the atmosphere was electric, with everyone losing their mind.

My teenage daughter, Yas, who was right in the thick of it, declared: “Dad, I’ll never forget it.”

Wilson’s remarkable try has now become the most viewed clip this year on Super Rugby’s social media channels.

The 2025 Super Rugby season really is proving to be a treasure trove of excitement.

NEW PODCAST! Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh joins the conversation to dissect the historic broadcasting deal with Stan and Nine

WARATAHS WOMEN TRIUMPHS ONCE MORE

Since the inception of Super W, the NSW women have set the standard for Australian women’s XVs, and they’ve claimed the championship title once again.

Facing a strong and well-prepared Reds side, Piper Duck and her compatriots found themselves under significant pressure before pulling away late at North Sydney Oval to secure the win.

As expected, centre Georgina Friedrichs demonstrated her hard-hitting prowess and running ability, while Desiree Miller dazzled with every touch, and young Caitlyn Halse left her mark in the second half.

You might recall Halse made her debut for the Tahs at just 16 before stepping up to play for the Wallaroos.

The women’s next destination is North Harbour Stadium in Auckland, where they’ll compete against the New Zealand champion Blues this Thursday.

Be sure to catch all the action live on Stan.

BIG GAME BOBBY V

It seemed the Brumbies were determined to make a statement regarding the attention the Reds have been receiving of late, delivering a resounding win over their northern rivals.

After trailing by 14 early on, the Brumbies fought their way back, scoring 21 consecutive points, largely thanks to Rob Valetini’s explosive performance.

The reigning John Eales Medallist executed two remarkable runs, one of which resulted in a try over a brave but overmatched Tim Ryan, whilst the other dwarfed Test forwards Seru Uru and Zane Nonggorr.

That last run resembled a Mack truck steaming through two hatchbacks.

Valetini’s return to the scrum shifted Tom Hooper to the second row, where he also put in a standout performance.

On our show Between Two Posts this week, we joked about hoping his contract with Exeter in the UK goes missing or accidentally burnt.

Everyone wants him to stay, given his stellar form and commanding presence this season.

Unfortunately, the evening didn’t end as well for powerhouse prop Blake Schoupp, who Morgs and I encountered back at the team hotel.

He remained his upbeat self despite suffering a season-ending Achilles injury, as he planned to remain in Brisbane for surgery.

SUAALII AND LEVI STEAL THE SPOTLIGHT

Sevens sensation Maddi Levi’s profile in the sport continues to soar, with Stan and Rugby Australia selecting the World Player of the Year as the face of last week’s broadcast deal announcement.

Proudly standing alongside Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii, Levi confidently navigated her media obligations while fronting the five-year extension.

The 22-year-old’s appearance followed a successful tournament in Singapore, where she became the fastest woman to score 200 tries in the series.

A key highlight of this new deal is the renewed commitment to coverage of the Hospital Cup and Shute Shield.

This initiative will keep fans connected to their local communities, complete with match replays and highlights—a fantastic enhancement.

Staying on the topic of the Shute Shield, hats off to the Western Sydney Two Blues, who managed a rare victory against my beloved Manly Marlins over the weekend.

Catch you tonight for Between Two Posts with Matt Burke and Morgan Turinui.