Fekitoa with a great tackle

Hodge gets the game underway

Aaron Smith leads his side out on his 100th game

The sides are on their way out

A late change has seen Ben Smith withdrawn from the starting XV, with a minor injury. He has been replaced by Matt Faddes.

Welcome to opening game of Super Rugby round 6 that sees the Highlanders face the Rebels. The Highlanders beat the Brumbies 18-13 last time out, while the Rebels fell victim to a late onslaught by the Waratahs as they lost 32-25. The last time these 2 sides met the Highlanders beat the Rebels 27-3. Good luck to both teams

Highlanders by 36

Highlanders to run away with this