For much of this United Rugby Championship (URC) match the Bulls appeared burdened and dispirited.
Prone to imprecision and lacking lustre the Bulls plodded for much of the first two thirds before reeling in Benetton to record a 46-29 win that sustains their URC play-off challenge.
The popular, devil-may-care backrower played 20 Tests, which seems a little short of par, given his vast skill set in jerseys six to eight. Wannenburg's immense physical presence on the field was matched only by his warmth off it.In the first half the hosts were frustrated in the ruck, where Benetton were able to relieve pressure with timely penalties when the Bulls ventured into attacking positions.
From one incursion they went all the way, albeit a little chaotically. After some deft handling, including by loose head prop Ivan Neme, Benetton ventured into the Bulls 22 but lost possession before the hosts returned the favour. It was left to centre Tommaso Menoncello to hack the ball ahead and get to it first inside the Bulls' in-goal area.
A change of direction from Bulls flyhalf Chris Smith and a nifty pass for lock Ruan Nortje helped set up a try for flank Cyle Brink who barged over in the 25th minute.
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