1st XV Rugby | Michaelhouse vs Hilton College | 22 June 2025 | Hilton Take 29–20 Win to Complete Derby Sweep The Midlands rivalry delivered its customary drama as Hilton College clinched a 29–20 victory over Michaelhouse at Hilton, securing a perfect 2‑wins‑from‑2 series sweep this season . Key Phases & Turning Points: • Fast Start: Hilton seized early momentum, with tactical dominance in the breakdown and mid-field phases that allowed them to open a strong lead in the first quarter. • Home Response: Michaelhouse hit back with a couple of powerful forward drives and a well-executed set-piece try, tightening the scoreline by halftime. • Second Half Surge: Hilton reasserted control post-break, crossing for two more tries and executing clinical backline moves. • Closing Strength: Late-game discipline under pressure helped Hilton withstand a final Michaelhouse surge and protect the win . This result continues Hilton’s ascendancy in the 209th derby, with the visitors demonstrating composure and tactical edge when it mattered . ⸻ #Michaelhouse #HiltonCollege #1stXVRugby #MidlandsDerby #SchoolboyRugby #SouthAfricanRugby #RugbyHighlights #BaileysField #DerbyDay #Rugby2025 #DerbySweep #TacticalRugby #PhysicalRugby #RugbyDrama #RugbyTradition #BuzzerBeater #DerbyRivalry #GrassrootsRugby #FutureBoks #RugbyFans #rugby

1st XV Michaelhouse vs Hilton College Rugby🔥 | 209th Derby Clash | Full Match Highlights The 209th edition of the Michaelhouse vs Hilton College derby delivered another absolute classic in one of South Africa’s fiercest schoolboy rugby rivalries. Michaelhouse came out firing in the first 20 minutes, dominating physically and putting Hilton on the back foot with a convincing early lead. But Hilton responded in style with two quickfire tries, swinging momentum and heading into halftime 19-13 up. The second half was a nail-biter. House looked shaky at first but found their rhythm, pushing Hilton all the way. The score tightened to 22-20, and a crucial Hilton penalty stretched the lead to 25-20 with minutes to play. Michaelhouse surged back in the dying stages and got within metres of the try line — but heartbreak followed as the ball was knocked loose. Final whistle. Hilton take it by 5 points in a thriller, extending their recent run with a second consecutive win in the derby series. Michaelhouse 101 wins | Hilton 98 wins | One of SA’s greatest rugby rivalries continues… #Michaelhouse #HiltonCollege #1stXV #209thDerby #SchoolboyRugby #SouthAfricanRugby #HighSchoolRugby #RugbyHighlights #RugbyDerby #BaileysField #RugbyTradition #MichaelhouseRugby #HiltonRugby #PrivateSchoolRugby #RugbyRivalry #SAHighSchoolRugby #ClassicRugby #RugbyCulture #FutureBoks #RugbyPassion #FirstXV #GrassrootsRugby #BigHits #RugbyDrama #DerbyDay #RugbyHistory #Nailbiter #Rugby2025 #BattleOfTheMidlands #LastPlayDrama #rugbt

1st XV Rugby Highlights from the second match between Michaelhouse & Hilton College 2024. Hilton won the game 26-25 to claim their first win against their rivals since 2023’s game 1. Subscribe & like for more!

1st XV Rugby Highlights from the first match between Michaelhouse & Hilton College 2024. Michaelhouse won the game 24-23 to claim a second consecutive win against their rivals and extend their KZN winning streak to 9 games! Apologies in advance regarding the glitching & video cut outs. The match was not streamed well! Subscribe & like for more!

Michaelhouse vs Hilton College Rugby match extended highlights 2023 - Game 2. This was the second match between the 2 rivals where Michaelhouse were victorious over Hilton 18-15 at Gilfillan. #michaelhouse #hilton #hiltonmichaelhouse Like & subscribe for more!

Michaelhouse vs Hilton College Rugby match extended highlights 2023 - Game 1. This was the first match between the 2 rivals where Hilton were victorious over Michaelhouse 20-17 at Meadows. #michaelhouse #hilton #hiltonmichaelhouse Like & subscribe for more!

Michaelhouse vs Hilton College Rugby match extended highlights 2022 - Game 2. This was the second match between the 2 rivals where Hilton were victorious over Michaelhouse 30-22 at Meadows. #michaelhouse #hilton #schoolboyrugby #hiltonmichaelhouse Like & subscribe for more!

Michaelhouse vs Hilton College Rugby match extended highlights 2022 - Game 1. This was the first match between the 2 rivals where Hilton were victorious over Michaelhouse 32-17 at Gilfillan. Like & subscribe for more!

Michaelhouse Hilton 2020/2021 teams face each after missing their derby due to Covid-19. These two sides were old boys who were not able to play during the pandemic and had a rematch in 2022 against each other in 10’s format. Michaelhouse were victorious over Hilton 48-00 at Meadows. #michaelhouse #hilton #schoolboyrugby Like & subscribe for more!