There was something in the air in Dunedin for their first match of the year – and even in the context of what has been a stunning start to the Super Rugby Pacific season, the Highlanders 29-21 win ...

Highlanders: 1. Ethan de Groot, 2. Soane Mikaele Vikena, 3. Saula Ma'u, 4. Fabian Holland, 5. Mitch Dunshea, 6. Sean Withy, 7. Veveni Lasaqa, 8. Hugh Renton (cc); 9. Folau Fakatava, 10. Taine Robinson ...

DHL Super Rugby Pacific's opening weekend has hinted at a closer contest for honours in the 2025 season. The Crusaders marked their revival with a home town 33-25 win over the Hurricanes, while in the ...