Rugby Union Thriller: Benetton Stuns Edinburgh with Shock Win

Blair Kinghorn bid farewell to Edinburgh Rugby on a bittersweet note as his two tries were not enough to secure victory against an impressive Benetton side in a thrilling United Rugby Championship clash.

The talented Scotland full-back, who is set to embark on a new journey with French giants Toulouse for a substantial fee, opened the scoring for the hosts. Matt Currie also found the try line, showcasing their attacking prowess.

However, Ignacio Mendy’s score kept the resilient Italians within touching distance throughout the match. In what can only be described as an unexpected twist of fate, Marco Zanon’s well-executed double secured a shock win for Benetton.

To add another layer of frustration for Kinghorn and his teammates, it was ultimately his misplaced pass that led to Benetton’s crucial winning try. Moreover, Eli Snyman’s late red card gave rise to dramatic moments when Ben Healy narrowly missed out on sealing victory with a drop goal in overtime.

This triumph marks Benetton’s first win in Scotland since defeating Edinburgh back in 2017. The result propels them into fifth place in the league standings, one spot ahead of their vanquished opponents.