Top Performers: Highlanders v Crusaders

After another fantastic contest in the Zoo we take a look at the Top Performers from the clash.

Lima Sopoaga

The All Black first five had an all-round outstanding match for the Highlanders. He controlled the Highlanders attack throughout the match and managed to grab a try with some exceptional footwork. 

Sopoaga's kicking game was on point out of hand as he continued to question the Crusaders defence throughout the match. 

Tevita Li

Tevita Li was brilliant for the Highlanders as he beat 8 defenders made over 130 running metres and made 4 clean breaks.

The lively winger was brilliant in the air and was also able to complete 5 offloads.

Codie Taylor

The All Black hooker had a massive 69 minutes for the Crusaders as he made 12 tackles, a turnover and kept a 100% record at scrum and lineout time.

He also ran brilliant supporting lines to break through the Highlanders defence. He made  2 clean breaks, 43 running metres and beat 3 defenders from 8 carries.

Codie Taylor has had a busy first 40 💪 pic.twitter.com/DJZQxSUyzC

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Dillon Hunt

Dillon Hunt, alongside his loose forward partner Luke Whitelock, put big hit after big hit in against the Crusaders. 

Hunt made an impressive 16 tackles missing only one. Hunt also put the Crusaders' breakdown under serve pressure throughout the match.

Tom Franklin

The Maori All Black second rower hand a busy 80 minutes for the Highlanders as he reached double digits in the carries and tackles made categories.

He made 14 tackles, 10 carries and collected 13 running metres.