NSW Waratahs coach Dan McKellar praised star Wallabies winger Max Jorgensen for his rapid rise to prominence, particularly after his electrifying try at half-time turned a seemingly losing match against Fiji’s Drua into a comprehensive 36-13 victory. The exceptional performance secured the team’s second consecutive bonus point win and positioned them atop their standings.
On that fateful Friday evening in Sydney Football Stadium, Jorgensen played with unparalleled skill and agility to outmaneuver his Fijian counterparts. Despite limited space, he sidestepped a key defender named Taniela Rakuro before breaking free from the pack for a spectacular touchdown. McKellar described it as “a moment that would be etched in everyone’s memory; he’s beaten him in what feels like a phone booth.”
This came just after halftime and marked Jorgensen’s second try of his Super Rugby career, expanding on his reputation rapidly building a highlight reel. The winger’s contributions have already earned the Waratahs their best start to a season in years.
Jorgensen, who played only six rounds of Super Rugby last year before suffering an ankle injury that sidelined him for much of the season, is now expected to provide consistent match-changing moments as he recovers fully from his injury. His return has already been vital, allowing teammates like Ioane Moananu and Charlie Gamble to step up and contribute significantly in their debuts with the Waratahs.
For Jorgensen, it’s about more than just winning matches; it’s about maintaining a consistent performance that propels the team forward. “When you’ve got players like him,” McKellar said, “they come up with match-changing moments.”
The victory was a stark contrast to their opponents, the winless Drua, who remain at the bottom of the competition ladder after conceding six tries in just one game. This performance is set to propel Jorgensen and his teammates towards even greater heights this season.