Highlanders

'Fakatava cannot carry you': Ex-All Black's message to the Highlanders pack

Ex-All Black great Sir John Kirwan has put the onus on the Highlanders’ tight five in the wake of the 60-20 defeat at the hands of the Blues in the opening round of Super Rugby Pacific. Facing a...

Return of All Black Sam Whitelock could help Crusaders rebound from loss to Chiefs

Sam Whitelock didn't ask to be anyone's saviour. Given the way the Crusaders performed last weekend, when the Chiefs pumped them 31-10 at Orangetheory Stadium in Christchurch, the All Blacks test centurion...

Law variations make for fast-paced opening round

Time restrictions on goal kicks, set pieces and rucks and a streamlined TMO process have made for a fast-paced start to Super Rugby Pacific.  Not the least was how the Blues used the assured fast...

BLUES RAISE THE BAR HIGH IN DUNEDIN ROUT

The Blues have made a huge statement in their opening game of Super Rugby Pacific 2023, defeating the Highlanders 60 - 20 under the roof in Dunedin.   The powerful running of winger Mark Telea was...

VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS: Highlanders v Blues

Super Rugby Countdown Day 1: Every Try Scored During the 2022 Season

Super Rugby returns tomorrow, starting with a New Zealand derby between the reigning champion Crusaders and Chiefs in Christchurch on Friday night.   The rematch of last year’s semifinal...

Super Rugby Countdown Day 4: Most Super Rugby wins by country

There are four days until the 2023 Super Rugby season begins.   The tournament will follow a similar schedule to the 2022 season, with 91 matches played in a round-robin, followed by finals in a...

Super Rugby Countdown - 2022 Super Rugby Most Prolific Runners

With Super Rugby just 9 days away we take a look back at last year and the top defenders beaten over the tournament   Timoci Tavatavanawai (Moana Pasifika) Timoci Tavatavanawai is known for...

Super Rugby Countdown Day 14: Most tries scored in a match by a team

Whether it's too much power, too much precision or simply put, too much prowess, some teams have produced wrecking balls who've managed to be regular visitors of the try-line.   Here's a look at...

Super Rugby Countdown Day 16: Most Penalty Goals in a Match

Some players' boots are more generous than others. Here's a look at the players who've scored the most penalty goals in a single match:     Elton Jantjies (9) 25/02/2012 Lions vs Cheetahs     A...